Statement Of Purpose: The 100 Black Men

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I am writing to express my interest in joining Collegiate 100. I strongly admire the work of your sponsoring chapter, The 100 Black Men. The 100 Black Men of Chicago, Inc. (my hometown's chapter) continues to be a dominant presence and uplifts the community through events such as their scholarship and job fairs. Upon moving to Houston this past August, I was thrilled to see that The 100 Black Men had established an extension of their efforts within the college community. Furthermore, I admire Collegiate 100's dedication towards internal and external mentoring. I have been working with African American youth for over 2 years, and know how important guidance and encouragement is for their success. If I am selected as conditional member, I will

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