African-American Male Initiative (AAMI)
The University System of Georgia’s (USG) African-American Male Initiative (AAMI®) is a system-wide initiative designed to increase the number of students who complete their postsecondary education from any USG institution. Its mission is to provide an integrated program model of academic, leadership and life skills that supports any participating student to successfully complete each academic level and graduate.
AAMI is committed to significantly increasing the performance of program participants in each key area measured by the University System.
This is achieved through customized programming that aligns with the AAMI Integrated Program Model that prepares students for careers and life post-graduation. The model includes four key components:
- Academic Skills Enrichment
- Student Support Services
- Adult & Peer Mentoring
- Leadership Development
Board Members
| Member Name | Title |
| Dr. Dominique A. Quarles | Associate Vice President for Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development, and Inclusive Excellence |
| Dr. Kevin Reese (Co-Chair) | Director, Office of Mulitcultural Affairs |
| Jazzkia Jones (Co-Chair) | Director, Office of Inclusive Excellence |
| Corine Ackerson-Jones | Director, TRIO Student Support Services (Armstrong/Liberty) |
| Dr. Jodi Caldwell | Executive Director, Counseling Center |
| Dr. Aileen Dowell | Associate Vice President of Student Affairs & Dean of Students |
| Pamela Goodman | Associate Director of Employee Relations |
| Dr. Reggie M. Simpkins | Associate Vice President for Student Success |
| Andrew Lash | Coordinator, Alumni Relations |
| Dr. Dina Walker-DeVose | Assistant Dean for Engagement and Belonging & Associate Professor, College of Behavioral and Social Sciences |
| Dr. Calvin Walton | Director of Call Me Mister Program & Lecturer, College of Education |
| Keshawn Harris | Alumni Representation |
| LeGregory Dykes (Civic Partner) | Second Vice President, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated |
Last updated: 9/13/2024