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“A Mind Is…”® New York Gala to Celebrate UNCF’s 80th Anniversary

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

New York, NY, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will celebrate its milestone 80th anniversary during “A Mind Is…”® Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

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  • New York, NY, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will celebrate its milestone 80th anniversary during “A Mind Is…”® Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City on Thursday, March 21, 2024.
  • The New York “A Mind Is…”® Gala will recognize outstanding partners who help the organization effectuate this mission.
  • Proceeds from the gala will support UNCF-member HBCUs and college students from across New York and the United States.
  • Events like our ‘A Mind Is…’ New York Gala help us do just that,” said Lomax.

American Council of Learned Societies Names Inaugural ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellows and Grantees

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to announce the awardees of the new ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship and Grant Program. The program provides flexible support that attends to the research, teaching, and service commitments at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This year, the program will support 20 HBCU faculty scholars pursuing exceptional research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to announce the awardees of the new ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship and Grant Program .
  • The ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellows and Grantees represent 16 HBCUs and a wide range of disciplines and scholarly approaches.
  • "We are thrilled to award these outstanding scholars the inaugural ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowships and Grants," said ACLS President Joy Connolly.
  • Formed a century ago, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is a nonprofit federation of 80 scholarly organizations.

UNCF Report Creates Blueprint to Activate HBCU Leadership in Climate Change and Sustainability

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Monday, February 12, 2024

“ The HBCU Climate Action Blueprint: Sustainable Campuses, Empowered Communities ” utilizes an eight-part framework to develop a foundational understanding of current climate and sustainability practices at HBCUs.

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  • “ The HBCU Climate Action Blueprint: Sustainable Campuses, Empowered Communities ” utilizes an eight-part framework to develop a foundational understanding of current climate and sustainability practices at HBCUs.
  • Supported through an unprecedented investment by Waverley Street Foundation, the report also develops a blueprint for activation of a network of HBCU Climate Action Hubs.
  • Hosted by the Intentional Endowments Network and Second Nature, the Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit is the premier annual gathering of higher education leaders committed to addressing inequity and the climate crisis.
  • The report also details a call to action and blueprint for HBCUs to develop climate hubs.

MIELLE EXPANDS SUPPORT FOR ATHLETIC QUEENS TO REDEFINE BLACK BEAUTY STANDARDS IN WOMEN'S SPORTS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Mielle announces new partnerships with two breakout athletes - A'ja Wilson, a two-time WNBA Champion and accomplished author, and JuJu Watkins, USC record-setting powerhouse. Mielle has long been committed to breaking beauty stereotypes for women of color. By collaborating with A'ja and JuJu, the brand aims to continue celebrating and uplifting aspirational women of color as positive figures of high performance and meaningful change.

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  • "For a decade, Mielle has led with purpose in the beauty space, providing superior products for textured hair consumers and redefining traditional beauty stereotypes.
  • A'ja Wilson and JuJu Watkins embody everything Mielle stands for - ambition, beauty, health, sisterhood, and strength.
  • We are excited to welcome them to the Mielle family," said Monique Rodriguez, Chief Executive Officer, and Founder of Mielle.
  • Last year, Mielle launched its first-ever campaign, "From One Queen to Another," showcasing Black women's empowerment through sisterhood and the importance of dismantling beauty secret "gatekeeping."

APTIM Partners with Three Science-Focused Youth Organizations

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Baton Rouge, La., Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- APTIM has formed partnerships with three organizations focused on developing the next generation of environmental and sustainability scientists, professionals, and thought leaders.

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  • Baton Rouge, La., Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- APTIM has formed partnerships with three organizations focused on developing the next generation of environmental and sustainability scientists, professionals, and thought leaders.
  • APTIM shares and celebrates the missions of these organizations through the firm’s daily work and will continue to support them through volunteer and engagement opportunities in 2024.
  • The FAMU School of Environment’s Sustainability Institute provides experiences that inspire students to advance sustainable solutions to food security.
  • These programs are designed to engage, increase confidence, and introduce STEM careers to girls by providing meaningful, hands-on learning.

Tourism Minister to Promote The Bahamas for Meetings & Conferences at Alpha Phi Alpha Conference in Tallahassee, FL

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Monday, January 29, 2024

In a bid to boost the country's groups business, DPM Cooper will promote The Islands of The Bahamas as an ideal destination for the fraternity's meetings and conferences.

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  • In a bid to boost the country's groups business, DPM Cooper will promote The Islands of The Bahamas as an ideal destination for the fraternity's meetings and conferences.
  • DPM Cooper will promote The Islands of The Bahamas as an ideal destination for the fraternity's meetings and conferences.
  • DPM Cooper said: "I embraced this opportunity to speak to a gathering that encompasses representatives from all Florida chapters of Alpha Phi Alpha.
  • "Meetings, Incentive, Conferences & Exhibitions, what we call the MICE industry, accounts for 40% of all tourism business to The Bahamas.

Bloomberg Expands Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Trading Challenge In Its Second Year

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg for Education and Bloomberg Human Resources have expanded the reach of this year's Bloomberg and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Trading Challenge to new universities and shifted to evaluate participant investment performance against a developed market (DM) index.

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  • The Bloomberg and HBCU Trading Challenge exercises the financial acumen of college participants through a virtual investment competition on the Bloomberg Terminal.
  • The winner was decided based on the trade performance of participants, benchmarked against real DM indices on the Bloomberg Terminal.
  • Participating universities included Clark Atlanta University, Howard University, Hampton University, Morehouse College, Morgan State University, Spelman College and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU).
  • Bloomberg plays a role in that training process," said Dr. Inger M. Daniels-Hollar, Assistant Professor of Finance at FAMU.

WELLS FARGO PARTNERS WITH AWARD-WINNING FAN-ATHLETE COMMUNITY, HANG, TO CONNECT HBCU FANS AND STARS FOR THE CELEBRATION BOWL

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wells Fargo, in partnership with the award-winning fan-athlete community, HANG, will bring a one-of-a-kind watch-party game experience to HBCU fans for the storied match-up between Howard University and Florida A&M at the Celebration Bowl on December 14, 2023. Actor and former NFL linebacker Isaac Keys (Morehouse); NFL Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams (Southern); Miami Dolphins star Terron Armstead (UAPB), Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman Nick Leverett (North Carolina Central) and pro basketball player Shakyla Hill (Grambling) will be among the HBCU notables who will celebrate the HBCU experience while discussing the game with fans around the country who register for free via www.LetsHang.live.

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  • "Wells Fargo looks forward to partnering with the HANG team for the second straight year to bring a unique virtual game experience to HBCU fans during the Celebration Bowl broadcast," said Dewey Norwood, Senior Diversity and Inclusion Consultant.
  • "Our Celebration Bowl HANG will be a virtual reunion for the entire HBCU family – personifying Wells Fargo's commitment to enriching peoples' lives."
  • Wells Fargo is a longtime supporter of HBCUs.
  • Since 2011, they have given more than $40 million in scholarships and programming to HBCUs and organizations that support them.

PepsiCo Donating $250,000 to Help Tackle Food Insecurity at Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of PepsiCo's ongoing efforts to support and elevate Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), the company is announcing $250,000 in grants towards tackling food insecurity at HBCU campuses, as the student attendance rates at these institutions continue to rise. Five universities will receive $50,000 each, kicking off with Morgan State University and Prairie View A&M University this weekend and also including Florida A&M University, Jackson State University, and Bethune-Cookman University.

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  • With the rate of food insecurity among college students growing nationally, those at HBCUs are historically impacted the most.
  • The funds will support existing on-campus efforts, from expanding food pantry capacities to arming students with the long-term skills to avoid pitfalls of food insecurity in the future.
  • "As a longtime supporter of HBCUs, PepsiCo has always aimed to help students thrive, both on campus and beyond.
  • "Our donation to tackle food insecurity is another example of our commitment to empower students and ensure their success in every aspect of their educational journey."

Class of 2024 Tillman Scholar Applications Open Today

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Pat Tillman Foundation opened the annual application process for the Tillman Scholars program. Eligible military service members, veterans and spouses can apply to join the 2024 class of Tillman Scholars until Friday, February 1, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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  • Eligible military service members, veterans and spouses can apply to join the 2024 class of Tillman Scholars until Friday, February 1, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PT.
  • "As we begin to celebrate 20 years as the Pat Tillman Foundation, we could not be more thrilled to open the process of identifying the next generation of leaders we call Tillman Scholars," says Marie Tillman-Shenton, board chair and co-founder.
  • "The 60 individuals we identify as our 2024 class of Tillman Scholars will not just receive a scholarship, but a lifetime investment in their future as the leaders of tomorrow," says Katherine Steele, Programs Director and 2014 Tillman Scholar.
  • University Partners are established on an invitation-only basis, and help identify and select qualified Tillman Scholar candidates on their campus and help grow the Tillman Scholar community.