Men of Character Academy
Where Potential Meets Purpose
Who We Are
The Men of Character Academy (MoCA) is a four-year, comprehensive retention initiative with a mission to support undergraduate students through a framework grounded in identity development, academic excellence, personal growth and professional advancement.
Benefits and Community Engagement
Membership Benefits
MoCA members receive access to a variety of exclusive benefits including a free tailored signature MoCA blue blazer, experiential opportunities via the KC Chiefs x º£½ÇÂÛ̳ Higher Education Partnership and more.
Improving the Community While Improving Ourselves
MoCA’s community engagement program helps members learn how to lead with integrity, compassion and commitment to excellence, while positively impacting the communities we serve.
What Members Are Saying
As a MoCA scholar, I have had the opportunity to grow through mentorship, professional development and exposure to leadership roles, allowing me to be more confident in my identity and purpose.
Victor-Daniel Olatunji
B..S, Computer Science
MoCA has been a game changer for me. It’s given me the confidence, community and clarity to lead with purpose and show up fully in every space I’m in.
Amir Walton
BBA, Health Administration
MoCA has truly changed how I viewed college as a whole. It has made me more aware of opportunities and allowed me to grow academically, financially and mentally.
Montaye Wiseman
B.A., Biology
MoCA Leadership
JaVon Hill Program Director Email: j.hill@umkc.edu
Brandon Martin Vice Chancellor, Director of Athletics Email: martinbran@umkc.edu Note: Please email Dr. Martin for all sponsorship inquiries.
Noah Sims Graduate Assistant Email: nesh2k@umkc.edu
