Historically black colleges and universities

PepsiCo Announces Expanded Tailgating Experience for the Orange Blossom Classic Gameday Fan Fest with Special Performances at the Pepsi Zero Sugar Sound Stage

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Friday, September 1, 2023
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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla., Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Orange Blossom Classic (OBC) is excited to announce the triumphant expansion of PepsiCo as the exclusive soft drink, sports performance product, and salty snacks partner for its highly anticipated third year, affectionately known as The Reunion. This exciting partnership amplifies the energy and excitement surrounding the historic match-up between the Florida A&M University Rattlers and the Jackson State University Tigers, set to take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL, on September 3, 2023, at 3 PM.

Key Points: 
  • At the heart of the "The Reunion" is the highly anticipated Gameday Fan Fest, a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and community.
  • This year, the Pepsi Zero Sugar Sound Stage takes the spotlight at the festivities, promising a dynamic lineup of performances including rapper Jermaine Dupri, R&B group 702, and singer Sevyn Streeter that will create an exciting vibe before the big game.
  • Embrace this time-honored HBCU tradition by joining the Orange Blossom Classic for an exciting pre-game gathering with the Pepsi Zero Sugar Sound Stage at the OBC Gameday Fan Fest.
  • Soak in the vibrant atmosphere before taking your seat inside the stadium for the thrilling HBCU football match-up that defines the Orange Blossom Classic.

'The Big Homecoming' and Wells Fargo Kick-off Year Two of Relationship To Create Ongoing Impact For HBCUs

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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The Big Homecoming authentically celebrates the culture of HBCUs while creating ongoing impact for scholars.

Key Points: 
  • The Big Homecoming authentically celebrates the culture of HBCUs while creating ongoing impact for scholars.
  • Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) and The Big Homecoming were able to provide over $100,000 in scholarships to students during the 2022-2023 TBH365 Impact Tour.
  • Wells Fargo's team led financial empowerment workshops to financially equip students to build wealth, start businesses and learn more about investing.
  • The Big Homecoming Music & Culture festival is slated for May 4, 2024
    "The Big Homecoming was created to be more than an annual festival.

CYBER.ORG Partners with Amazon to Improve Diversity in the Cybersecurity Industry, Build the Talent Pipeline Starting with K-12

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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As a result of CISA’s support, the program has expanded to include minority-serving institutions (MSIs).

Key Points: 
  • As a result of CISA’s support, the program has expanded to include minority-serving institutions (MSIs).
  • “CYBER.ORG is making a significant impact in expanding access to K-12 cybersecurity education nationwide and diversifying the talent pool pursuing cybersecurity careers,” said Jenny Brinkley, Director, Amazon Security.
  • “We are extremely grateful to Amazon for its support and partnership as we work together to ensure that future cybersecurity careers are accessible to all students.
  • Expanding Project REACH and our partnerships is pivotal to diversifying the industry.”
    To learn more about Project REACH and become a partner, visit www.cyber.org/initiatives/project-reach .

National Football League and Enthusiast Gaming Launch Season 2 of NFL Tuesday Night Gaming Premiering September 12

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Football League (NFL) and Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EGLX; TSX: EGLX) announced the second season of the popular video gaming series, NFL Tuesday Night Gaming (NFL TNG), premiering Sept. 12, 2023 on NFL TNG’s Twitch, YouTube and X channels. The weekly live show will launch with a special Play Day episode hosted by Grammy-Award-nominated rapper Quavo Sept. 5, live from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons.

Key Points: 
  • Top content creators including SypherPK, NickEh30, Swagg and Fuslie join NFL players Jamaal Williams, Fred Warner and more for popular video gaming series
    NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Football League (NFL) and Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EGLX; TSX: EGLX) announced the second season of the popular video gaming series, NFL Tuesday Night Gaming (NFL TNG), premiering Sept. 12, 2023 on NFL TNG’s Twitch , YouTube and X channels.
  • “Coming off the success of our inaugural season of NFL Tuesday Night Gaming, we are excited to bring the series back for another season jam-packed with more entertaining gaming content and competition,” said Ed Kiang, VP of Video Gaming at the NFL.
  • By bringing together icons in sports, content creation, and competitive gaming, NFL Tuesday Night Gaming continues to bridge fan communities and create a unified viewing experience that meets young audiences where they are.
  • Their experience includes virtual learning sessions with NFL TNG broadcast and production talent and culminates with an on-air appearance live from WePlay Studios in Los Angeles, CA, home of NFL Tuesday Night Gaming.

Clark Atlanta University Art Museum's "Woman in Blue" Is Signature Marketing Image for MET's "Harlem Renaissance" Exhibition

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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ATLANTA, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University Art Museum is among several HBCU museums and galleries to have artwork featured in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's upcoming exhibition, "The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University Art Museum is among several HBCU museums and galleries to have artwork featured in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's upcoming exhibition, "The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism.
  • The MET News Release
    CAU Art Museum's Woman in Blue, a painting by William H. Johnson, is the signature image for all media and banners for the exhibition.
  • "The colors are striking," said Danille K. Taylor, director of the Clark Atlanta University Art Museum, in an article appearing in the New York Times announcing the exhibition.
  • Fisk University Galleries, Hampton University Art Museum, and Howard University Gallery of Art Howard, Fisk also loaned pieces to the exhibition.

Sixty Years After the March on Washington, TMCF Continues The Fight For Equity and Inclusion With Annual Leadership Institute presented by Wells Fargo

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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The theme of this year’s Institute is “Claim Your Flame.”

Key Points: 
  • The theme of this year’s Institute is “Claim Your Flame.”
    This 23rd annual Leadership institute comes 60 years after the iconic March on Washington.
  • The march was also four years before Marshall was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by then-president Lyndon B. Johnson.
  • TMCF advances racial equity and social justice by ensuring Black students can access high-quality education and life-changing career opportunities.
  • These are the many ways that TMCF honors Marshall and continues the fight for equity, access, and inclusion.

All HBCUs Stand with Edward Waters University

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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Today, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) issued the following official response to the recent racially motivated mass shooting in Jacksonville, FL, near UNCF-member Edward Waters University campus.

Key Points: 
  • Today, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) issued the following official response to the recent racially motivated mass shooting in Jacksonville, FL, near UNCF-member Edward Waters University campus.
  • “Racially motivated loss of life must end,” said Dr. Michael L. Lomax, president and CEO, UNCF (United Negro College Fund).
  • “While we are thankful the students and employees of Edward Waters University were spared this weekend, we still condemn the attempt and lift up prayer for the families of those who lost a loved one.
  • This program must administer the funds directly to HBCUs, not by the state governments.

Danille Taylor, Professor of African American Studies at Clark Atlanta University, Named New Director of University's Historical Art Museum

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University recently named Danille Taylor, Ph.D., as the Director of its art museum (CAUAM).

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University recently named Danille Taylor, Ph.D., as the Director of its art museum (CAUAM).
  • Taylor is a professor of African American Studies at the University and has served as interim museum director since August 2022.
  • "Danille was instrumental in bringing the collective works of Basquiat, one of the museum's most successful exhibitions, to Clark Atlanta University.
  • Dr. Taylor earned her bachelor's degree in English and African American Studies, a Master of Arts degree from Boston University in African American Studies, and a Master of Arts and Ph.D. degrees in American Studies from Brown University.

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.

Amagi Powers Urban Edge Network's Premium Sports Content

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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UEN is a Black-owned media company focused on publishing and distributing content from HBCUs.

Key Points: 
  • UEN is a Black-owned media company focused on publishing and distributing content from HBCUs.
  • Their mission is to connect brands with content and culture, while also providing the institutions with monetization opportunities.
  • Srinivasan KA, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Amagi remarked, "Urban Edge Network has consistently championed the expansion of HBCU content's influence throughout the nation.
  • At Amagi, we take immense pride in our role of enhancing its accessibility across a diverse spectrum of content consumption models."