Men of Color Achievement Program (MoCAP)
Supporting Men of Color at Pima Community College
Welcome to MoCAP! We are a community for men of color at Pima Community College dedicated to helping you succeed. Through mentoring, workshops, and campus events, we’re here to build your confidence, foster academic success, and create a brotherhood where you can thrive.
Why Join MoCAP?
- Open to All Men of Color at PCC (Asian, Black, Latino, Native American etc.)
A welcoming space built for your success. - Build Community Cultural Wealth
Discover and leverage your unique assets to thrive. - Tuition Awards
Earn multiple tuition awards each semester:
- $500 MoCAP Essay Award
- $400 Academic Excellence Award
- $300 MoCAP Resiliency Award
- $300 MoCAP Semester Award
- Shared Mentorship
Learn from mentors who understand your lived experiences. - Campus Events
Participate in workshops, celebrations, and activities designed to build community and brotherhood.
Key Activities and Support
- Personalized Coaching & Check-Ins
- Pre-Semester Check-In Meetings.
- 1:1 Pláticas tailored to your goals.
- Guided support through the MoCAP Portfolio.
- Engagement Opportunities
- Fall and Spring Kick-Off Events.
- End-of-Semester Celebrations.
- Monthly Workshops focusing on college readiness, leadership, and career preparation.
- Academic Support
- Success Coaches for real-time help in your courses.
- Access and connection to campus resources (e.g., tutoring, office hours).
- Thriving Surveys to track progress and adjust strategies.
Expected Outcomes
- Academic Success:
- Higher GPA and course completion rates.
- Improved persistence and retention.
- Cultural and Community Growth:
- Increased sense of belonging and campus connectedness.
- Strengthened use of community and campus resources.
- Thriving Students:
- Better emotional well-being, social connections, and financial stability.
Learn more about MoCAP's guiding framework.
What Students Are Saying
“The program’s greatest strength is giving students opportunities with more resources and tuition rewards to help us get through if students are not able to get financial aid.”
“It gives men of color the freedom and confidence to speak their minds and pursue whatever they want to do.”
“I love the events and getting to meet other students and staff. I look forward to seeing Men of Color grow, and I’m here to stay.”
Join Us Today!
Let's work together to achieve your goals and create a legacy of success.
Contact MoCAP
- Email: pggonzalez@pima.edu or
flizarraga3@pima.edu - Phone: 520-206-4500
- Instagram: @mocap_pcc
Stay Connected
- Access MoCAP resources anytime: Pima Connect, Pima Engage, Instagram, Virtual Advisor, and more.