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UNCF Jacksonville and Edward Waters University hosts Third Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball raising Vital Funds to Support HBCUs and Students

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火曜日, 4月 2, 2024
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Jacksonville, F.L., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Third annual Jacksonville Mayor’s Masked Ball benefiting Edward Waters University was a smashing success.

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  • Jacksonville, F.L., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Third annual Jacksonville Mayor’s Masked Ball benefiting Edward Waters University was a smashing success.
  • “The Mayor's Masked Ball has once again showcased the unwavering support for Edward Waters University and the UNCF's mission to uplift HBCUs and their students.
  • UNCF and HBCUs matter now more than ever as our students and institutions need ongoing support.
  • Events like the Jacksonville Mayor’s Masked Ball help us do just that,” said Dr. Lomax.

The Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice publishes first volume in new book series

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水曜日, 3月 27, 2024
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Washington, D.C., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) recently published its first volume in The Payne Center Book Series , which focuses on pragmatic policy ideas related to social justice.

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  • Washington, D.C., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) recently published its first volume in The Payne Center Book Series , which focuses on pragmatic policy ideas related to social justice.
  • “This first volume sets the bar for the upcoming series, as we continue to examine the intersectionality of educational, economic and environmental justice in American society,” Dr. N. Joyce Payne , founder of TMCF, said.
  • The Payne Center is responsible for producing innovative social justice research; leveraging social justice research to inform public policy; supporting the research and educational missions of HBCUs; and advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workforce.
  • The Payne Center for Social Justice and Gallup recently released “ Black Thriving in America 2023 ,” which assessed Black life experiences in the United States and produced the groundbreaking Black American Social Justice Dashboard.

Eastside Golf Teams Up with Mercedes-Benz USA to Launch Capsule Collection and Activations to Increase Inclusivity in the Sport

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月曜日, 4月 8, 2024
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Brands will support local community golf, spotlight Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and golf, and release a co-branded women's capsule collection to celebrate women in the game.

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  • Brands will support local community golf, spotlight Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and golf, and release a co-branded women's capsule collection to celebrate women in the game.
  • The initiatives are part of the multi-year partnership between Eastside Golf and Mercedes-Benz to address access and equity issues in golf.
  • Eastside Golf has transformed public perceptions of golf through its apparel line which has been embraced by golf professionals, celebrities, fashion influencers, and professional athletes alike.
  • Eastside Golf is deeply committed to supporting and spotlighting HBCU golf through events and partnerships and has donated a cumulative $150K to support the Morehouse College golf team.

Bowie State Students in London See Myles Frost in MJ: The Musical UK

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木曜日, 3月 21, 2024
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London, England, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- London – March 21, 2024 -- Twenty Bowie State students and faculty members are in London and had the opportunity to see Tony Award winner and Bowie State University alum Myles Frost star in MJ: The Musical UK at the Prince Edward Theater in the city's West End on Monday evening as part of a university sponsored week-long alternative spring break excursion.

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  • London, England, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- London – March 21, 2024 -- Twenty Bowie State students and faculty members are in London and had the opportunity to see Tony Award winner and Bowie State University alum Myles Frost star in MJ: The Musical UK at the Prince Edward Theater in the city's West End on Monday evening as part of a university sponsored week-long alternative spring break excursion.
  • "It was absolutely exhilarating for the students to see Myles on stage in London performing and demonstrating the reason his acting, singing and dancing skills are held in such high esteem," said Bowie State President Aminta Breaux.
  • In addition to seeing Myles Frost perform, students will also dedicate a day to community service with London non-profit Journey to Justice, visit Buckingham Palace and see the Crown Jewels.
  • "This trip epitomizes what experiential learning is all about and I'm grateful our students are able to participate," said Breaux.

It’s That Time Of Year: UNCF’s Version of March Madness—Seven Events in Four Days, Coast-To-Coast

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火曜日, 3月 19, 2024
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UNCF is hosting seven fundraising events over four days in major cities across the country as part of its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration.

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  • UNCF is hosting seven fundraising events over four days in major cities across the country as part of its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration.
  • The organization believes that education is the key to unlocking opportunities and creating a brighter future for everyone.
  • Here’s a rundown of our seven events coming to a city or region near you this month.
  • To learn more about UNCF’s fundraising events, visit UNCF.org/events .

HACU and TMCF Partner on Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program

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月曜日, 3月 18, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) have announced they will host the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) have announced they will host the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program.
  • This experience will bring together students from HACU-member Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and TMCF Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs).
  • Sophomore, junior, or senior college students who have participated in leadership of campus activities or comparable groups are encouraged to apply.
  • “Our partnership with HACU and TMCF will ultimately allow us to produce long lasting relationships with these HBCUs and HSIs.”
    “We are thrilled to partner with HACU and TMCF on the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program.

City Year Announces Historic Partnership with Paul Quinn College, its First-Ever Partnership with a Historically Black College and University

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火曜日, 3月 12, 2024
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The partnership with Paul Quinn College represents a first-of-its-kind collaboration with an HBCU, making higher education more accessible and affordable and opening direct access to corporate internships for City Year AmeriCorps members, alums, and staff.

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  • The partnership with Paul Quinn College represents a first-of-its-kind collaboration with an HBCU, making higher education more accessible and affordable and opening direct access to corporate internships for City Year AmeriCorps members, alums, and staff.
  • "To be in best service to our AmeriCorps members and alumni, it is critical to have HBCU partnerships, like this new partnership with Paul Quinn College, partnerships that create strategic pathways to opportunity for our Black and brown AmeriCorps members.
  • This shows our BIPOC community our deep investment in them,” said Stephen Spaloss (Boston, ‘91), City Year executive.
  • Watch this video from Dr. Lola Esmieu, Paul Quinn College Chief of Staff and a City Year alum, to learn more about the City Year and Paul Quinn partnership: https://library.cityyear.org/asset/6419e794-7660-41fb-ab41-b4c206652708/...
    For more information on City Year’s University Partnerships: https://www.cityyear.org/alumni-life/career-resources/university-partner...

Transformative Justice Coalition Announces its 2024 Fellows And Spring GenZ/Young Millennial Voting Rights Leadership Training

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月曜日, 4月 1, 2024
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Transformative Justice Coalition (TJC) will host its 2024 Spring GenZ/Young Millennial Training in Scottsdale, AZ.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Transformative Justice Coalition (TJC) will host its 2024 Spring GenZ/Young Millennial Training in Scottsdale, AZ.
  • The training is part of TJC's ongoing efforts to provide 18 – 35-year-old leaders with the tools to enhance their leadership skills.
  • This training will also improve their critical thinking skills through a voting rights immersion series.
  • The substantive panels feature the nation's top voting rights advocates, civic engagement organizations, racial justice advocates, scholars, leaders, and community activists.

STARRY® Teams Up with Rapper Lil Durk to Give HBCU Students a Shot at More Than $333,000 in Scholarships and Prizes

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木曜日, 3月 28, 2024
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PURCHASE, N.Y., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coming off a strong rookie year, STARRY®, a great-tasting soda bursting with lemon lime flavor that delivers the crisp, refreshing bite, is bringing a refreshing twist to basketball. The official soft drink of the NBA, WNBA, and NBA G League is teaming up with rapper and basketball fan Lil Durk to help fans unlock their on-the-court passion by bringing a different kind of basketball skills competition to college campuses with STARRY FIZZ FEST.

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  • The winner will get an all-expenses paid trip to Kia NBA Tip-Off later this year.
  • And like a true star with an NIL deal, their name, image and likeness will be featured on promotional materials for STARRY FIZZ FEST 2.0.
  • This initiative is about rewarding students for their grind on and off the court, showing love and supporting our people while chasing their dreams," said Lil Durk.
  • For the stars off the court, STARRY is also partnering with the PepsiCo Foundation to unlock $80,000 in scholarships across the four universities.

SOUR PATCH KIDS® Brand Seeks HBCU Students Who Inspire Transformative Change to Apply for its Fourth Annual Mischief for Change Scholarship

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火曜日, 3月 26, 2024
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The Mischief for Change scholarship is now live for the 2024-2025 academic year.

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  • The Mischief for Change scholarship is now live for the 2024-2025 academic year.
  • Funded by the SOUR PATCH KIDS Brand in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), current or prospective students at Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) can apply for one of 10 Mischief for Change scholarships.
  • The SOUR PATCH KIDS brand committed $1 million in scholarships over five years for eligible students attending HBCUs.
  • The Sour Patch Kids brand's partnership with TMCF helps connect HBCU students with financial support, which can be transformative for families and communities.