Welcome to the Student Success Center (SSC) at Benedict College. We are a comprehensive one-stop-shop for academic support services on campus dedicated to providing academic and technological support to all Benedict students to promote student retention and graduation.
All of our programs and initiatives are free to students in all classifications.Â
Through its integrated services, the Student Success Center provides both group and personalized instructional assistance designed to develop the academic and personal skills needed for collegiate success. The unit offers services that are appropriate for students at all levels of matriculation, from first-year to senior-level and graduate students.
We understand that college is both exciting and challenging and we are available to help you as you navigate your academic journey.Â
The Student Success Center is located in the lower level of the Learning Resource Center (formerly known as BC Cares). Our dedicated and engaged staff members are available Monday–Friday 8:30 am-5 pm or by appointment. Our email address is [email protected].Â
The Student Success Center (SSC) is dedicated to providing academic and technological support to all Benedict students to promote student retention and graduation. Through its integrated services, the SSC provides both group and personalized instructional assistance designed to develop the academic and personal skills needed for collegiate success. The unit offers services that are appropriate for students at all levels of matriculation, from first-year to senior-level and graduate students.
Cynthia Duncan Joseph is the Director of Student Success & Retention at Benedict College. She leads student success initiatives while working cooperatively with various college units regarding retention efforts. She also serves as an assistant professor of political science. Cynthia is an innovative, energetic and passionate educator and administrator. With more than 20 years of experience in academic and student affairs, she is committed to improving the academic and socio-cultural development of students, particularly first-generation, underrepresented populations and students in transition. She strives to connect students, colleagues, families, and other stakeholders in meaningful dialogue and engagement towards greater collaboration and cooperation for the benefit of student success and access. Cynthia received her M.A. in Political Science from The Ohio State University and a B.A. in Political Science and East Asian Studies from Colgate University, Hamilton, NY.
When not working, Cynthia enjoys long walks, short runs, listening to music, and spending time as a track & field and band mom!
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| Tonya Ceasar | [email protected] |
| Garrick Rivers | [email protected] |
| Jaquanda Lee | [email protected] |
We look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward academic and personal success. Let us help you be #TheBESTofBC.