A2MEND has established its first two out-of-state student charters at North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and Normandale Community College in Bloomington, Minnesota. The charters were officially onboarded on Nov. 4, 2024, marking a significant milestone in A²MEND’s mission to empower African American male students in higher education.
“A²MEND’s expansion of the student charter program to Normandale Community College and North Hennepin Community College marks a significant milestone in our mission to empower African American men in higher education,” said Herbert L. English, president of A²MEND.
“By fostering leadership, academic success, and community engagement, we are excited to extend our transformative impact to these campuses, building a stronger foundation for student achievement and equity.”
With the addition of these two charters, A²MEND now boasts 50 active charters nationwide, a growth milestone from the 48 charters previously established exclusively within California.
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“I’m excited about the expansion of the A²MEND Student Charters to Minnesota. This is a testament to their support of student success and investing in intentional, strategic, and impactful programming,” Dr. Scott Thayer said.
“I graduated from Normandale Community College, and it was instrumental in my success; this is a full circle moment for me, and this is really special. I am a founding member of A²MEND and this is why we started this organization, to create a lasting impact.
The chartering process for A²MEND ensures each institution demonstrates strong institutional support, robust resources, and commitment to equity for African American male students. Applications must include a letter of support from the college president or vice president of student services, ensuring alignment with the institution’s leadership and goals.