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UNCF Celebrates 80 Years of Empowering Students and Transforming Lives

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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UNCF New York Scholar Kiara Nicole Brown, a graduate of Howard University, Class of 2023, will serve as the bell ringer.

Key Points: 
  • UNCF New York Scholar Kiara Nicole Brown, a graduate of Howard University, Class of 2023, will serve as the bell ringer.
  • Throughout its eight-decade history, UNCF has played a pivotal role in helping thousands of students achieve their dreams of obtaining a college degree.
  • By providing scholarships, internships and fellowships, UNCF has empowered students to overcome financial barriers and pursue their educational aspirations.
  • As UNCF celebrates 80 years of empowering students and transforming lives, it reaffirms its mission to build a robust pipeline of diverse, talented and well-prepared graduates who contribute to the economic and social fabric of our nation.

Great-granddaughter of Booker T. Washington Releases Latest Book

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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CLAYTON, N.C., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Sarah Washington O'Neal Rush, great-granddaughter of Booker T. Washington, releases her fourth book, "Blueprint to Excellence: Being, Growing, Leading, Soaring" (BTE). She states, "I strive to follow in my great-grandfather's footsteps by accomplishing just a fraction of what he was able to achieve in his brief lifetime." She believes the privilege of being born into this lineage comes with an obligation to continue his legacy of uplifting others. She explains, "Since I first learned about the depth of his work, which unfortunately didn't happen until I was a young adult, I have been on a mission to keep his legacy alive and his name honored. I've also made it my life's purpose to encourage as many as I can to be, to grow, to rise, and to soar."

Key Points: 
  • CLAYTON, N.C., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Sarah Washington O'Neal Rush, great-granddaughter of Booker T. Washington, releases her fourth book, "Blueprint to Excellence: Being, Growing, Leading, Soaring" (BTE).
  • She believes the privilege of being born into this lineage comes with an obligation to continue his legacy of uplifting others.
  • The book was created to enhance the future of individuals, groups, and especially rising and aspiring leaders.
  • Booker T. Washington once said, "A man's position in life is not measured by the heights which he has attained, but by the depths from which he has come."

LIFT Academy and Tuskegee University Join Together to Launch First-ever Tuskegee University Flight School

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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Leadership in Flight Training Academy (LIFT) – a flight school committed to providing affordable training for aspiring aviation professionals of all backgrounds – joined in partnership with Tuskegee University to establish the first-ever Tuskegee University Flight School.

Key Points: 
  • Leadership in Flight Training Academy (LIFT) – a flight school committed to providing affordable training for aspiring aviation professionals of all backgrounds – joined in partnership with Tuskegee University to establish the first-ever Tuskegee University Flight School.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417468664/en/
    Through this collaboration, students at Tuskegee University have the opportunity to enroll in a comprehensive course that includes both classroom instruction and hands-on flight training.
  • Upon finishing the 4-year program, students acquire a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Science from Tuskegee University and a private pilot license, having completed 120 credit hours.
  • Tuskegee University Flight School will also offer an 18-month Certificate Curriculum tailored for non-degree students.

PROPEL and Southern Company Announce Launch of Inaugural HBCU-Focused Cybersecurity Consortium

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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ATLANTA, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PROPEL, a first-of-its-kind innovation hub for 2-year and 4-year Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), announces the launch of a pioneering cybersecurity consortium. The PROPEL HBCU Cybersecurity Consortium (HCC), created in partnership with Southern Company, was founded on the principles of collaboration, leadership, innovation and foresight.  

Key Points: 
  • Consortium advances future-focused workforce opportunities, unlocks cyber career pathways
    ATLANTA, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PROPEL, a first-of-its-kind innovation hub for 2-year and 4-year Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), announces the launch of a pioneering cybersecurity consortium.
  • The PROPEL HBCU Cybersecurity Consortium (HCC), created in partnership with Southern Company, was founded on the principles of collaboration, leadership, innovation and foresight.
  • "PROPEL's consortium will set a benchmark for developing a future workforce that is well equipped to address and solve the cybersecurity needs of today and tomorrow," said chairman, president and CEO of Southern Company Chris Womack.
  • PROPEL is proud to launch HCC's first two programs both aimed at elevating HBCU faculty and student expertise and skills in cybersecurity.

New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston and Procter & Gamble-Gillette Vice President Karan Dyson to Deliver Commencement Addresses at Bentley University

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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WALTHAM, Mass., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 105th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.

Key Points: 
  • WALTHAM, Mass., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 105th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.
  • "Joe Preston and Karan Dyson represent values-led leadership that makes a positive impact in their industries and the communities they serve.
  • Joe Preston has demonstrated an innate understanding of the global consumer retail and manufacturing industry in his 29 years at New Balance.
  • Karan Dyson is an experienced engineering executive who has held leadership roles at Procter & Gamble for 27 years.

Cellipont Bioservices Appoints Edwin Beale as Chief Commercial Officer

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellipont Bioservices, a leading cell therapy Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), today announced the appointment of Edwin Beale as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellipont Bioservices, a leading cell therapy Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), today announced the appointment of Edwin Beale as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately.
  • Edwin's leadership will be instrumental in further establishing Cellipont as a leading partner for CDMO services in the rapidly growing cell therapy market.
  • In his new role, Mr. Beale will oversee all commercial operations at Cellipont, playing a pivotal role in driving strategic growth and expansion.
  • I look forward to serving our clients and surpassing their expectations," said Edwin Beale, Chief Business Officer.

Conroe Family Law Office, The Bihm Law Firm, Awards $1,000 Scholarship to College Freshman

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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CONROE, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Known for their passionate representation of their clients, The Bihm Law Firm offers $1,000 to an incoming college freshman who has experienced and overcome conflict in their life. This worthwhile scholarship opportunity allows a student who is starting their collegiate journey with financial assistance as they seek a fulfilling college experience.

Key Points: 
  • Kashmere Miller, a Tuskegee University freshman, wins The Bihm Law Firm's $1,000 Conflict Conqueror Scholarship, supporting her journey toward becoming a veterinarian.
  • CONROE, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Known for their passionate representation of their clients, The Bihm Law Firm offers $1,000 to an incoming college freshman who has experienced and overcome conflict in their life.
  • Accordingly, The Bihm Law Firm is thrilled to announce Kashmere Miller , a freshman at Tuskegee University, as the first-ever winner of our Conflict Conqueror Scholarship for Spring 2024.
  • The Bihm Law Firm is proud to establish this scholarship for college students who go above and beyond in resolving a conflict.

Overcoming 'Otherness' in Scientific Research Commentary in Nature Human Behavior

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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Dr. Delgado explains further, "True scientific excellence requires all voices, and varied experiences and perspectives.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Delgado explains further, "True scientific excellence requires all voices, and varied experiences and perspectives.
  • To harness the full potential of our society, we must recognize and actively address the biases that 'otherness' introduces into scientific research."
  • The commentary highlights the detrimental impact of 'otherness' in scientific methodologies and outcomes, particularly in health-related research.
  • For the full commentary, please visit Nature Human Behavior: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-024-01821-y

Honda Launches 'Drive the Legacy' Initiative to Advance its Long-term Commitment to HBCUs

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda has launched a new, multifaceted initiative called "Drive the Legacy" to advance the company's longstanding commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and attract top talent to Honda careers.

Key Points: 
  • TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda has launched a new, multifaceted initiative called "Drive the Legacy" to advance the company's longstanding commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and attract top talent to Honda careers.
  • This unique four-day experience provided TMCF scholars with educational and career development opportunities, as well as an immersion into Honda operations and culture.
  • "While the FASTRAC Program is just one example, it highlights the broader impact of Honda's commitment to HBCUs.
  • To advance its leading investment in HBCUs, Honda is a member of the HBCU Partnership Challenge, a Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus initiative that brings together government, industry and HBCUs to create strategic, more sustainable HBCU partnerships.

LOWE'S INVITES COMMUNITIES TO NOMINATE PROJECTS FOR LOWE'S HOMETOWNS GRANT PROGRAM

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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MOORESVILLE, N.C., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Lowe's continued work to make communities better for all, the home improvement company is accepting project nominations for Lowe's Hometowns. Now in its third year, the five-year, $100 million impact program revitalizes community spaces including food pantries, veteran support programs, first responder facilities, affordable housing services and community gardens.

Key Points: 
  • Now through Feb. 19, people across the country are encouraged to go to Lowes.com/Hometowns to nominate a project to be part of Lowe's Hometowns.
  • This year, Lowe's associates will complete nearly 1,800 projects to improve their communities, including 100 signature grant projects selected through nominations and 1,700 selected by Lowe's associates.
  • "Lowe's Hometowns projects are helping to improve millions of lives across the country, and I'm excited to see the meaningful impact this program will make in 2024."
  • "This program creates a powerful and needed platform to build connections that serve to strengthen and benefit communities for years to come."