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The City University of New York School of Law Expands Partnership with Kaplan to Provide All Students with Free Prep Courses for the Bar Exam

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Montag, Juni 3, 2024
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The City University of New York School of Law announces that it will provide all of its graduating students with free comprehensive test prep for the bar exam through an expanded partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.

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  • The City University of New York School of Law announces that it will provide all of its graduating students with free comprehensive test prep for the bar exam through an expanded partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.
  • 2024 CUNY Law graduates will be the first to benefit from the partnership.
  • In addition to comprehensive bar review for all CUNY Law students, Kaplan will also provide the school with enhanced curriculum support to benefit all students throughout their law school journey.
  • “CUNY Law is immensely proud to offer all students bar exam preparation at absolutely no cost to them.

Fast Company Names Kaplan’s All Access License as a Winner in its 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards

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Dienstag, Mai 14, 2024
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Fast Company has named Kaplan’s All Access License as a winner in its 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards , in the Large Business: 1,000+ Employees category .

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  • Fast Company has named Kaplan’s All Access License as a winner in its 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards , in the Large Business: 1,000+ Employees category .
  • Additionally, students can prepare for a number of business and financial-focused products at no cost to them.
  • This year’s World Changing Ideas Awards showcase 50 winners, 127 finalists, and 172 honorable mentions — with health, education, energy, and AI among the most popular categories.
  • A panel of Fast Company editors and reporters selected winners from a pool of more than 1,300 entries.

University of Detroit Mercy Partners with Kaplan to Offer Students Free Comprehensive Test Prep for Graduate-Level Admissions and Licensing Exams

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Montag, Mai 6, 2024
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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 UDM graduates.

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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 UDM graduates.
  • Kaplan has prepared students for standardized tests for more than 85 years, and University of Detroit Mercy is Kaplan’s latest All Access partner, joining Cleveland State University , Xavier University of Louisiana , Howard University , Delaware State University , Talladega College , Stillman College , Fisk University , Hampton University , Spelman College , and Alabama A&M University .
  • “Kaplan’s All Access License breaks down barriers and instead creates pathways for students striving to excel on crucial exams.
  • For college and university leaders who want to explore partnering with Kaplan, learn more about the company’s exam prep programs .

Fisk University Announces Deborah Roberts and Al Roker as Co-Speakers for Historic 150th Commencement Ceremony

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Mittwoch, Mai 1, 2024
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Fisk University , one of the nation's oldest historically Black universities (HBCUs), is proud to announce award-winning ABC News correspondent Deborah Roberts, co-anchor of the prestigious news magazine, "20/20" and veteran weatherman and Today Show co-anchor Al Roker, as co-speakers for the university's historic 150th commencement ceremony on Monday, May 6th, 2024.

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  • Fisk University , one of the nation's oldest historically Black universities (HBCUs), is proud to announce award-winning ABC News correspondent Deborah Roberts, co-anchor of the prestigious news magazine, "20/20" and veteran weatherman and Today Show co-anchor Al Roker, as co-speakers for the university's historic 150th commencement ceremony on Monday, May 6th, 2024.
  • Her thorough coverage of current events led to her receiving a prestigious Peabody Award for the "20/20" special "Say Her Name: Breonna Taylor."
  • Dr. Agenia Clark , President of Fisk University, has fostered a longstanding relationship with both Roker and Roberts.
  • “They are now cherished friends of Fisk University, and their dedication to excellence and social responsibility mirrors our core values.

R.H. Boyd Hosts Third Annual Legacy Ball Honoring Influential Leaders and Supporting Scholarships and Grants

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Freitag, April 19, 2024
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Honorees are conferred the prestigious R.H. Boyd Humanitarian, Service, and Excellence Awards in recognition of their outstanding contributions.

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  • Honorees are conferred the prestigious R.H. Boyd Humanitarian, Service, and Excellence Awards in recognition of their outstanding contributions.
  • The Legacy Ball founding chairs are Dr. LaDonna Boyd and Dr. (posthumously) and Mrs. T. B. Boyd III.
  • The 2024 Legacy Ball chairpersons are Dr. and Mrs. André and Doreatha Churchwell as well as Mr. and Mrs. Herbert and Michelle Brown.
  • The fifth-generation president/CEO of the nation's oldest African-American printing and publishing company, Dr. LaDonna Boyd, established this annual black-tie affair to benefit the R.H. Boyd Family Endowment Fund, though the R.H. Boyd Company, a 501(c)(3) organization.

Kaplan’s All Access License Named to Tech & Learning’s Best of 2023 List, Citing Its Ability to Expand Opportunities

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Dienstag, Februar 13, 2024
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Tech & Learning magazine has named Kaplan’s All Access License as a winner of its Best of 2023 contest , which recognizes educational technology that exceptionally supports teachers and students.

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  • Tech & Learning magazine has named Kaplan’s All Access License as a winner of its Best of 2023 contest , which recognizes educational technology that exceptionally supports teachers and students.
  • This can potentially save a school’s students hundreds of thousands of dollars, cumulatively.
  • Cleveland State University is also a partner and recently expanded its license to alumni because of the success it’s had with current students.
  • Test names and other trademarks are the property of the respective trademark holders.

UNCF Inviting All HBCU Alumni, Students to Attend Three-Day Leadership Conference

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Dienstag, Februar 6, 2024
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“This is the 80th anniversary of UNCF so it is a special time for the National Alumni Council Leadership Conference.

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  • “This is the 80th anniversary of UNCF so it is a special time for the National Alumni Council Leadership Conference.
  • “There is no better opportunity to get acquainted with key decision makers and engage students who are on the path forward to leadership.
  • This powerful three-day leadership conference provides interactive and energizing workshops for alumni to learn why it is so important to give back and support their institutions.
  • Highlights of the three-day conference include the UNCF Legacy Gala, Miss National UNCF Coronation, and an alumni summit luncheon.

SheaMoisture Launches 1st Ever Deodorant Range for Rich Melanin Skin with Sponsorship of Trailblazing Fisk University Gymnastics Team

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Dienstag, Januar 16, 2024
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SheaMoisture Launches 1st Ever Deodorant Range for Rich Melanin Skin!

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  • SheaMoisture Launches 1st Ever Deodorant Range for Rich Melanin Skin!
  • SheaMoisture's 1st Ever Deodorant Range for Rich Melanin Skin Includes Eight Products:
    Six distinct Black dermatologist approved stick deodorants for long-lasting antiperspirant underarm protection and skin solutions which evens tone, moisturizes, and smooths skin.
  • SheaMoisture's 1st ever deodorant range for rich melanin skin will be available starting February 2024 at Walmart, Target, Walgreens and CVS with a suggested retail price of $9.99 each.
  • SheaMoisture will feature the Fisk University Gymnastics Team throughout its Shea deodorant launch campaign, provide a $25,000 grant in support of their 2024 season, provide career resources to team gymnasts and special products.

ROCK THE BELLS AND M&M'S® PARTNER FOR HBCU SCHOOL OF MUSIC CAMPAIGN

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Montag, Dezember 18, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock The Bells, the global platform dedicated to elevating Hip-Hop culture from its roots to the modern day, announced a new initiative as part of a tiered partnership with M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars. The collaboration introduced Rock The Bells' HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) School of Music Campaign to celebrate and honor the impact of HBCU culture on the development of Hip-Hop.  

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  • The HBCU School of Music campaign and Mars provided production and mentorship experiences to HBCU students and featured an intimate performance by GRAMMY-nominated artist Cordae.
  • The collaboration introduced Rock The Bells' HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) School of Music Campaign to celebrate and honor the impact of HBCU culture on the development of Hip-Hop.
  • Rock The Bells is committed to championing HBCUs and providing opportunities to spotlight the incredible talent within their campuses.
  • We're thrilled to be partnering with him and Rock The Bells to help further the impact of HBCU culture on the development of Hip-Hop."

Sallie Mae Appoints New Members to Its Board of Directors

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Donnerstag, November 16, 2023
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Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced the appointments of Dr. Janaki Akella, Christopher T. Leech, and Shannon Watkins to its board of directors, effective Jan. 2, 2024.

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  • Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced the appointments of Dr. Janaki Akella, Christopher T. Leech, and Shannon Watkins to its board of directors, effective Jan. 2, 2024.
  • Dr. Akella also currently serves on the board of directors of Southern Company.
  • Akella, Mr. Leech, and Mrs. Watkins are each phenomenal leaders who will broaden the expertise, skills, and diversity of our Board,” said Carter Franke, Chair of the Board of Directors, Sallie Mae.
  • Commonly known as Sallie Mae, SLM Corporation and its subsidiaries are not sponsored by or agencies of the United States of America.