Black Star Project

Congratulations to Amir as the May 2026 Student of the Month!

Congratulations! Dear Jacob and Gloria ! I’m excited to share that you’ve been selected by the University Community Service Center (UCSC) for this year’s inaugural Outstanding Student-Community Collaboration Award! This award recognizes collaborations between University of Chicago students and off-campus organizations, and celebrates the positive outcomes those partnerships create for our shared communities.. You were nominated by someone who has seen that commitment up close, and selected by our team to receive this year’s honor.

Learn more and apply before the June 15, 2026 deadline: ilhumanities.org/odyssey
https://ilhumanities.org/el-proyecto-odisea

Applications are now open for Illinois Humanities’ Odyssey Project/El Proyecto Odisea!

The Odyssey Project/El Proyecto Odisea offers the opportunity to explore the humanities, build confidence, strengthen critical thinking skills, and earn up to 11 free college credits from the University of Illinois Chicago — all at no cost.

Learn more and apply today at ilhumanities.org/odyssey

Grateful to WGN News for covering the Mass Male Graduation!

The Black Star Project celebrated the achievements of boys and young men in the Black community with a special graduation ceremony, recognizing the importance of education and the support of parents and community members.

Full story: https://tinyurl.com/yxajxthv

Join us tomorrow!

🎓✨ Mass Male Graduation 2026 ✨🎓
Join us as we celebrate every boy and man graduating this year—from Pre-K to PhD! Whether it’s a first milestone or a final walk across the stage, we are proud to honor your journey and accomplishments. Register all the young men in your life who are graduating this year below!

📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Blackwell-Israel Samuel A.M.E. Zion Church
3956 S. Langley Ave, Chicago
This is a FREE community celebration with lunch provided, but space is limited—don’t wait!

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/MassMaleGrad2026

Save the date ~ June 20, 2026 ~ Make Bronzeville one of your Juneteenth Stops!