Men’s Institute For Leadership And Education
MILE supports its scholar in overcoming the unique challenges that men face inside and outside of the classroom. MILE strives to increase college completion rates among male students in the Salinas Valley. With the support of the MILE Program, MILE Scholars at Hartnell College will achieve their leadership potential and attain personal, academic, and professional success.
About
In 2015, Hartnell College founded the Men’s Institute for Leadership and Education (MILE) Program. The MILE program honors men’s commitments to their families and communities MILE supports its scholars in overcoming the unique challenges that men face inside and outside of the classroom. While 50% of Hartnell students are men, only 30% of Hartnell degrees are earned by males.
The MILE program consists of a summer of intensive leadership training, connections to on-campus support services, an invaluable mentorship with community leaders, and a $2,000 financial award per student. Thus, being a MILE scholar is a life-changing experience. Since its inception, the MILE program has awarded 50 scholars and has engaged 25 community leaders as volunteers.
Mission
MILE strives to increase graduation rates and guides male students in the Salinas Valley to achieve their full potential through leadership development, mentorship, and financial support.
Vision
With the support of the MILE Program, MILE Scholars of Hartnell College will achieve their leadership potential and attain personal, academic, and professional success.
How to Get Involved/Your Impact:
What is a MILE Mentor?
- A MILE mentor is someone who cares about supporting men in achieving personal, educational, and professional goals
- A MILE mentor is an individual who is open to sharing experience and expertise
- A MILE mentor is a person who models the need to continue learning as a life-long adventure
