Within City Colleges of Chicago, each college is motivated, propelled, and differentiated by unique aspects of their community and the services they offer. This is reflected in Malcolm X’s culture drivers, which distinguish us from the other members of the system and build upon the system-wide strategy the Malcolm X brand is rooted in.

System culture

All-empowering access  
On your side, every-step-of-the-way support  
World-ready, world-class learning

Malcolm X culture

Disciplined decisiveness 
From the moment you walk in the door, it’s clear that every detail is given the utmost attention. From leading-edge equipment to immersive training, we acknowledge, “tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” 

Never-ending advocacy and activism

We “forge the future with the past.” Inspired by the legacy of Malcolm X, we question assumptions, challenge the status quo, and defy expectations. In everything we do, so our students can go anywhere in this world. 

Character

The boundary-breaker 
Advancing  •  Bold  •  Demonstrative