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Mission Statement
College Cultured empowers inner-city high school students by providing guidance on the college application process, scholarship opportunities, and cultural experiences through campus and international tours, enhanced by innovative AI technology.
Vision
To create a future where every student, regardless of their background, has access to higher education and the tools necessary to succeed, leveraging AI to personalize their educational journey
Goals
- Serve at least 200 students annually within the first three years.
- Facilitate 50 college applications and secure $100,000 in scholarships for participants within the first year.
- Integrate AI tools into at least 50% of programs and services within two years.
- Provide volunteer opportunities for students and help them to develop the leadership skills needed to compete in today's job market while guiding them through the college acceptance process.
Meet the College Cultured Team
Meika Cole-Executive Director
Meika Cole-Executive Director
Meika Cole-Executive Director
Meika Cole is the founder and executive director of College Cultured, empowering inner-city high school students in Oakland County, Michigan. Through AI-driven guidance on college applications, scholarships, and cultural experiences, she simplifies the college selection process for families.
With a background as the owner of Travel N Bags
Meika Cole is the founder and executive director of College Cultured, empowering inner-city high school students in Oakland County, Michigan. Through AI-driven guidance on college applications, scholarships, and cultural experiences, she simplifies the college selection process for families.
With a background as the owner of Travel N Bags LLC and a former Lead Contract Specialist for the Department of Defense. Meika is a graduate of Pontiac Northern High School (1998). She holds an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts from Oakland Community College (2006), a Bachelor's in Communication (2009), and a Master's in Communication with a minor in Critical Cultural Communication (2015) from Oakland University. Meika has served as a panelist for the State of Michigan Mothering Justice and was the Top Paper winner at the 2015 Michigan Communication Conferences at Central Michigan University.
Passionate about education, Meika founded College Cultured in 2025 to help urban students navigate the complexities of higher education successfully.
Dorothy Cole-Treasurer
Meika Cole-Executive Director
Meika Cole-Executive Director
Dorothy Cole brings over 40 years of expertise in tax preparation and bookkeeping to her role as Treasurer of College Cultured.
Dorothy Cole is a graduate of Pontiac Central High School (1972), Oakland Community College (1982) and William Tynsdale (Trinity International University). Dorothy attended the Tax Institution in 1992. She bega
Dorothy Cole brings over 40 years of expertise in tax preparation and bookkeeping to her role as Treasurer of College Cultured.
Dorothy Cole is a graduate of Pontiac Central High School (1972), Oakland Community College (1982) and William Tynsdale (Trinity International University). Dorothy attended the Tax Institution in 1992. She began Cole's Income Tax and Notary in 1993, and currently serves as a substitute teacher with Oakland Schools. With a deep commitment to financial stewardship, she oversees the organization’s financial management, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing critical insights into budget development and financial strategy.
Dorothy's extensive experience enables her to effectively manage financial reporting and audits, contributing to the overall growth and sustainability of the organization. Her passion for supporting educational initiatives and empowering youth aligns seamlessly with the mission of College Cultured.
More Team Being Named
Meika Cole-Executive Director
More Team Being Named
College Cultured is currently vetting more leaders for this organization and more will be named in October 2025.