Delaware State University

The HBCU Esports League Partners with Discover Financial Services to Empower HBCU Entrepreneurs with Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson for 3rd Annual Discover Bowl

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 17th, Discover Financial Services is teaming up with Cxmmunity Media for the 3rd Annual Discover Bowl.

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  • ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 17th, Discover Financial Services is teaming up with Cxmmunity Media for the 3rd Annual Discover Bowl.
  • The HBCU Esports League's Discover Bowl is an annual entitlement event for Discover where students from the HBCU Esports League will compete head-to-head for a total prize pool of $60,000.
  • This year's Discover Bowl is set to have a special guest appearance by NFL Legend, and HBCU advocate - Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson.
  • For the past three seasons, Discover has played a pivotal role as a strategic partner in the HBCU Esports League.

North Carolina A&T State University Partners with Kaplan to Offer Students Free Comprehensive Test Prep Courses

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is providing all of its undergraduate students with free test prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE ®, GMAT ®, LSAT ®, and MCAT ®, and professional certifications, through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.

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  • North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is providing all of its undergraduate students with free test prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE ®, GMAT ®, LSAT ®, and MCAT ®, and professional certifications, through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.
  • Kaplan has prepared students for standardized tests for 85 years, and North Carolina A&T is its newest HBCU partner, joining Xavier University of Louisiana , Howard University , Delaware State University , Talladega College , Stillman College , Fisk University , Hampton University , Spelman College and Alabama A&M University .
  • Also in September, Rutgers Law School signed up to offer all of its students free Kaplan bar exam prep courses.
  • North Carolina A&T students who are interested in enrolling in a Kaplan test prep course should contact their academic advisor.

Alabama A&M University Partners with Kaplan to Offer Students Free Comprehensive Test Prep for Graduate-Level Admissions Exams and Professional Certifications

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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The new partnership aims to improve matriculation to graduate and professional schools, improve professional licensing passage rates, and improve employability for AAMU graduates.

Key Points: 
  • The new partnership aims to improve matriculation to graduate and professional schools, improve professional licensing passage rates, and improve employability for AAMU graduates.
  • Kaplan has prepared students for standardized tests for 85 years, and Alabama A&M is its newest HBCU partner, joining Xavier University of Louisiana , Howard University , Delaware State University , Talladega College , Stillman College , Fisk University , Hampton University and Spelman College .
  • And most recently, Rutgers Law School signed up to offer all of its students free Kaplan bar exam prep courses .
  • For college and university leaders who want to explore partnering with Kaplan, learn more about the company’s exam prep programs .

Rutgers Law School Partners with Kaplan to Provide All Students with Free Prep Courses for the Bar Exam

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Rutgers Law School will begin providing all of its graduating students with free comprehensive test prep for the bar exam through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.

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  • Rutgers Law School will begin providing all of its graduating students with free comprehensive test prep for the bar exam through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.
  • Rutgers Law students in the Class of 2024 will be the first to benefit from the partnership, which extends through the 2025-2026 academic year.
  • Kaplan will also provide the school with curriculum support to benefit all students throughout their Rutgers journey.
  • Rutgers Law School Dean Johanna Bond, said, “Rutgers Law School students will benefit tremendously from our partnership with Kaplan.

Barclays Donates $300,000 to the HBCU Week Foundation and Funds Scholarships to Five Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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Barclays is endowing a $300,000 scholarship fund that will support the HBCU Week Foundation and students attending five historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs): Delaware State University, Hampton University, Spelman College, Morehouse College, and Howard University.

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  • Barclays is endowing a $300,000 scholarship fund that will support the HBCU Week Foundation and students attending five historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs): Delaware State University, Hampton University, Spelman College, Morehouse College, and Howard University.
  • The endowment is being made as part of the seventh annual HBCU Week with activities scheduled in Wilmington from September 17-24.
  • "We are incredibly grateful for Barclays' generous donation and continued support," said Ashley Christopher, Esq., founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation and a double HBCU alumna herself.
  • To date, the HBCU Week Foundation has awarded more than 6,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and more than $60 million in scholarships directly from HBCUs and corporate partners.

Football Legend Chad "OchoCinco" Johnson Tapped as Ambassador for Season Four of the HBCU Esports League

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Friday, September 15, 2023
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ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Cxmmunity Media, a Black-owned media technology company dedicated to future-proofing minority representation and equity in the gaming industry, announces the fourth season of its annual HBCU Esports League kicking off on Sunday, September 17th. Football legend, Chad "OchoCinco'' Johnson joins the ranks this season as the league's ambassador with additional surprise guest appearances slated by some of the biggest names in gaming culture throughout its duration. Verizon, Discover, MTN Dew and Hot Pockets also return as continued brand partners and champions of Cxmmunity Media's mission to future-proof diversity in gaming.

Key Points: 
  • Football legend, Chad "OchoCinco'' Johnson joins the ranks this season as the league's ambassador with additional surprise guest appearances slated by some of the biggest names in gaming culture throughout its duration.
  • "I'm excited to be working with the HBCU Esports League and help them grow to new heights in their fourth season, " says Chad "OchoCinco'' Johnson.
  • Season four of the HBCU Esports League can be streamed on Twitch at https://www.twitch.tv/cxmmunity with the Fall term culminating with the return of Discover Bowl on December 17th.
  • Stay tuned for additional details and more announcements from the HBCU Esports League by following from Cxmmunity Media @cxmmunity.co and the HBCU Esports League @hbcuesports.gg on Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter).

HBCU Week 2023 on a Mission to Change Students' Lives with Scholarships and On-the-Spot College Acceptances

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its seventh annual HBCU Week with activities scheduled in Wilmington, Del., from September 17-24 and Atlanta, Ga., from October 5-7. HBCU Week will include a variety of events and opportunities for students to engage in the HBCU experience, understand the admissions process, potentially receive on-the-spot college acceptance and scholarships, discuss social issues impacting students of color, and connect with current HBCU students and leadership. To date, the HBCU Week Foundation has awarded more than 6,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and more than $60 million in scholarships directly from HBCUs and corporate partners.

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  • To date, the HBCU Week Foundation has awarded more than 6,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and more than $60 million in scholarships directly from HBCUs and corporate partners.
  • "HBCU Week is the week that changes lives because this type of exposure for high school seniors and middle schoolers gives them a sense of belonging they might not otherwise experience.
  • HBCU Week events are curated to help students imagine the joy and limitless possibilities of attending an HBCU."
  • This year's HBCU Week in Atlanta will focus primarily on the HBCU College Fair presented by Sallie Mae.

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with Dana Distributors of New York to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner Dana Distributors to help combat drunk driving during the U.S. Military Academy West Point's 2023 football season.

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  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • "Planning ahead for a safe ride is critical to making our roads safer, a priority for everyone here at Dana Distributors."
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Commonwealth Creates Connections Between Advisors and Next-Gen CFP® Professionals Through New Talent Exchange Initiative

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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Commonwealth Financial Network®, a national firm dedicated to providing financial advisors with holistic, integrated business solutions, announces the expansion of its Talent Exchange Initiative to connect skilled, work-ready students from top-tier universities offering CFP® programs with its affiliated advisors.

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  • Commonwealth Financial Network®, a national firm dedicated to providing financial advisors with holistic, integrated business solutions, announces the expansion of its Talent Exchange Initiative to connect skilled, work-ready students from top-tier universities offering CFP® programs with its affiliated advisors.
  • Through this initiative, Commonwealth will foster connections between students and its affiliated advisors, cultivate relationships with next-gen talent across the U.S., and support the needs of its affiliated firms.
  • The results of this study illustrate that educating the next generation of financial planners is critical to closing the gap.
  • “With a sharp focus on eliminating barriers in the student-to-advisor pipeline, we developed the Talent Exchange Initiative to build strategic partnerships with higher-learning institutions and connect students and alumni with our advisors,” said David Israel, vice president, field outreach, at Commonwealth.

HBCU Bobblehead Series 2 Unveiled

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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MILWAUKEE, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This morning, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled the second HBCU Bobblehead Series, which features 16 officially licensed bobbleheads for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This morning, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled the second HBCU Bobblehead Series, which features 16 officially licensed bobbleheads for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
  • In February, the Museum released the first HBCU Bobblehead Series featuring the first bobbleheads for 13 HBCU schools.
  • The HBCU Bobbleheads in Series 2 are scheduled to arrive between now and November depending on the school, and the bobbleheads from Series 1 recently arrived.
  • "We're excited to be expanding the HBCU Bobblehead Collection with the addition of 16 additional bobbleheads," National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum co-founder and CEO Phil Sklar said.