Description of a student success program to increase support, coping, and self-efficacy among under-represented minority nursing students in the wake of the dual pandemics of COVID-19 and racial violence

•Diversity is a major objective in educating the next generation of nursing students.•Students underrepresented in nursing may face challenges entering and completing nursing education programs.•Social issues represent barriers to underrepresented students beyond traditionally considered educational challenges.•Student success initiatives must consider unique challenges in providing supports to promote success in nursing education.