Historically black colleges and universities

TikTok Partners with Cyversity to Offer Cybersecurity Training Scholarship for Under-Represented Communities

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  Cyversity, a 501(c)3 non-profit association dedicated to the academic and professional success of minority cybersecurity students and professionals, today announced its partnership with TikTok to create a scholarship program to help women, minorities, and other under-represented start or advance their career in the cybersecurity industry.

Key Points: 
  • The scholarship offers Cyversity members the choice of 1 of 3 cybersecurity cohorts: Application Security, Network Security, or Cloud Security.
  • Scholarship recipients will also be enrolled in Cyversity's mentorship program and have access to resume writing workshops, mock interviews, and private sessions with TikTok cybersecurity professionals.
  • Recipients will also qualify for potential internship or full-time opportunities within TikTok, upon completion of their training.
  • Cyversity tackles the 'great cyber divide' with scholarship opportunities, diverse workforce development, innovative outreach, and mentoring programs.

Virginia State University Adopts InScribe's Digital Community Platform to Connect and Support Next Generation of Educators

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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DENVER, and PETERSBURG, Va., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, today announced a partnership with Virginia State University (VSU) to provide students in its College of Education with more opportunities to connect with faculty and staff, seek help, and build relationships with peers. This virtual community will provide VSU students access to the people and tools they need. It also will demonstrate firsthand how a virtual support system can positively impact the learning experience, knowledge they can leverage as future teachers and education professionals.

Key Points: 
  • Developing well-rounded individuals who understand the importance of connection and support is critical to teaching and learning," said Dr. Willis Walter, College of Education Dean, Virginia State University.
  • Students can access their digital community directly through VSU's Learning Management System (LMS), which integrates seamlessly with InScribe.
  • InScribe is a digital student support platform that leverages the power of community and artificial intelligence to connect students with the answers, resources, and individuals they need to succeed.
  • Virginia State University is a public historically black land-grant university featuring a 231-acre main campus plus Randolph Farm, a renowned 412-acre agricultural research facility.

BYRON ALLEN'S ALLEN MEDIA GROUP HIRES OLIVER DE LA HOZ AS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER OF ALLEN MEDIA DIGITAL

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Over the past year, Allen Media Digital launched several new products including The Weather Channel Streaming App--a direct-to-consumer product providing users the ability to subscribe and watch The Weather Channel television network, The Weather Channel en Español Streaming App--the first 24/7 Spanish-language free-streaming weather news network in the United States, the Sports.TV free-streaming service--which provides the most number of free sports channels found anywhere, TheGrio Streaming App--which expands the number one digital news/entertainment platform for Black America into a free-streaming service, as well as HBCU GO--the cultural lifestyle destination and leading sports media provider that embraces and represents the voice and cultural experiences at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Earlier this year, AMG announced a long-term, comprehensive strategic partnership with Google that leverages Google's technology to further bolster all Allen Media Digital platforms and other Allen Media Digital streaming services currently in development.

Key Points: 
  • De La Hoz comes to AMG from his recent position as Chief Financial Officer of ITV Studios U.S. (ITV).
  • "Oliver De La Hoz is a great addition to the Allen Media Group family as Chief Financial Officer for Allen Media Digital, where he will be valuable in overseeing all financial planning, accounting, and business operations for the division," said Byron Allen, Founder/Chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group.
  • "Oliver will now play a vitalrole in helping Allen Media Group continue to grow our digital streaming platforms and initiatives worldwide."
  • "The media business continues to evolve as technology changes the way we watch content and engage audiences," said Oliver De La Hoz, Chief Financial Officer of Allen Media Digital.

A New MLK Educational Initiative Featured Today at Harvard

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Today, the Harvard Breakfast club hosted a talk by leaders of the MLK Educational Initiative, an educational campaign to raise up a new generation of champions for the non-violent principles of Dr. King at a time of rising violence in our nation.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Harvard Breakfast club hosted a talk by leaders of the MLK Educational Initiative, an educational campaign to raise up a new generation of champions for the non-violent principles of Dr. King at a time of rising violence in our nation.
  • Matthew Daniels, JD, PhD, the founder of the MLK Educational Initiative warned that events such as the tragic domestic terrorist attack in Buffalo are warning to America:
    "Buffalo recently witnessed a mass shooting committed by a racist who was inspired, recruited, and weaponized online.
  • The MLK Educational Initiative is an investment in the education of those who aspire to emulate Dr. King's example and lead our nation towards a better future.
  • For more information on the MLK curricula or scholarship program: www.mlkcurriculum.org and GoodOfAll.org
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HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands is Back at the Benz for its 18th Appearance in Atlanta

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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ATLANTA, October 11, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands, the largest Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) marching band and dance team exhibition in the world, will return to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Feb. 4, 2023. The event-packed, family-friendly day will be filled with marching band performances from six premier HBCUs and for the first time ever, two local high school powerhouses representing homegrown talent.

Key Points: 
  • HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands, the largest Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) marching band and dance team exhibition in the world, will return to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Feb. 4, 2023.
  • ATLANTA, October 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands , the largest Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) marching band and dance team exhibition in the world, will return to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Feb. 4, 2023.
  • About HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands:
    The HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands is the original and largest Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) marching band and dance team showcase in the world.
  • Visit the HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands website for more information: AllStarBattleoftheBands.com .

AUNT JACKIE'S SURPRISES FISK UNIVERSITY WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS TEAM WITH $25,000

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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TUCKER, Ga., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, while on the Jennifer Hudson Show , the newly formed FISK University women's gymnastics team was surprised with a $25,000 check from Aunt Jackie's Curls & Coils.

Key Points: 
  • TUCKER, Ga., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, while on the Jennifer Hudson Show , the newly formed FISK University women's gymnastics team was surprised with a $25,000 check from Aunt Jackie's Curls & Coils.
  • This team is the first intercollegiate gymnastics team in HBCU (Historically Black Colleges & Universities)history and will compete against colleges across the country.
  • "Having the first HBCU gymnastics team means making history," trumpets Coach Corrinne Tarver.
  • "Aunt Jackie's is dedicated to the ongoing support of HBCU students, and we're thrilled FISK has launched the first ever women's gymnastics team," says HBCU graduate Kendria Strong,Chief Marketing Officer at House of Cheatham, parent company to Aunt Jackie's.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE'S BUREAU OF EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS ANNOUNCES 43 FULBRIGHT HISPANIC-SERVING INSTITUTION LEADERS

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is recognizing 43 Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) as 2022 Fulbright HSI Leaders for their noteworthy engagement with the Fulbright Program during the 2021-2022 academic year.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is recognizing 43 Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) as 2022 Fulbright HSI Leaders for their noteworthy engagement with the Fulbright Program during the 2021-2022 academic year.
  • ECA has established this designation to acknowledge the strong partnerships between the Fulbright Program and HSIs, and to encourage the entire network of HSIs to increase their Fulbright engagement.
  • For more information on the Fulbright Program, visit http://eca.state.gov/fulbright or contact the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Press Office by e-mail [email protected] .
  • Stories about the positive impact of the Fulbright Program over its first 75 years can be found at: https://fulbright75.org .

HCA Healthcare Announces $1.5 Million Donation to Fisk University

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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In 2019, HCA Healthcare partnered with Fisk to create the HCA Healthcare Scholars at Fisk University program to provide scholarships, career planning support and internship opportunities for high-achieving undergraduates.

Key Points: 
  • In 2019, HCA Healthcare partnered with Fisk to create the HCA Healthcare Scholars at Fisk University program to provide scholarships, career planning support and internship opportunities for high-achieving undergraduates.
  • To date, HCA Healthcare has supported many Fisk University students through the program, including a few who are current HCA Healthcare colleagues.
  • This partnership between Fisk University and HCA Healthcare marks the latest stage in our long-term relationship around students pursuing exciting careers in the healthcare industry, said Frank Sims, acting president of Fisk University.
  • All references to Company, HCA and HCA Healthcare as used throughout this document refer to HCA Healthcare, Inc. and its affiliates.

More Than $6.3 Million Raised During TMCF’s 35th Annual Awards and Fundraising Gala

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Board Chairman, Charlie Merinoff announced today that more than $6.3 million was raised on Saturday, October 1 as part of the TMCF 35th Anniversary Awards & Fundraising Gala.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Board Chairman, Charlie Merinoff announced today that more than $6.3 million was raised on Saturday, October 1 as part of the TMCF 35th Anniversary Awards & Fundraising Gala.
  • Her vision formed a movement after starting TMCF in 1987 in New York, which is one reason why the 35th anniversary event was held in New York City.
  • In a surprise announcement, actor Michael B. Jordan in conjunction with the Invesco QQQ Legacy Classic announced a donation of $250,000 to TMCF.
  • Established in 1987, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is the nations largest organization exclusively representing the Black College Community.

SAS Championship partners with HBCUs for inaugural invitational

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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CARY, N.C., Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sixteen golf teams from leading Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) will compete in the inaugural HBCU Invitational Oct. 14-16. The first-of-its-kind tournament will take place alongside the 22nd annual SAS Championship, one of the premier tournaments on the PGA Tour Champions.

Key Points: 
  • The first-of-its-kind tournament will take place alongside the 22nd annual SAS Championship , one of the premier tournaments on the PGA Tour Champions.
  • The SAS Championship HBCU Invitational includes tournament play, Career Day and Champions Dinner with PGA Tour legends.
  • Men and women from each school will break up into 16 teams in search of claiming their very own SAS Championship trophy.
  • The student-athletes will also join PGA Tour legends for an exclusive dinner at the annual SAS Championship "Champions Cookout."