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

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Wednesday, March 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.

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

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Monday, March 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.

Women in Technology Presents SAIC’s Toni Townes-Whitley with Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington metropolitan area technology community, today announced its first-ever Lifetime Achievement award for SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley.

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  • Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington metropolitan area technology community, today announced its first-ever Lifetime Achievement award for SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402243190/en/
    SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley wins WIT's inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award.
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    “I am deeply grateful to Women in Technology for acknowledging the impact and contributions of women in the technology industry,” said Toni Townes-Whitley, Chief Executive Officer of SAIC.
  • “This award serves as a reminder that our achievements are not just individual milestones but also significant milestones for women in the field.

Application Window Now Open for The Sallie Mae Fund’s Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325903994/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325903994/en/
    The Sallie Mae Fund will again offer its Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Students , increasing the number of scholarships awarded from 25 to 40.
  • “These transformative scholarships empower students to bridge the gap between aspiration and accomplishment, turning their dream of a degree into reality.”
    In addition to The Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program, Sallie Mae connects students to millions of scholarships through its free resource, Scholly by Sallie.
  • The application window for both The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors and The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate Students is open until May 17, 2024.
  • Commonly known as Sallie Mae, SLM Corporation and its subsidiaries are not sponsored by or agencies of the United States of America.

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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Tuesday, March 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.

Historically Black Community Colleges will attend Thurgood Marshall College Fund annual Congressional HBCU Fly-In March 6-7

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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The annual event brings presidents and chancellors of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCCs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) together with members of Congress and key government and corporate officials to discuss issues of law and policy impacting TMCF member schools.

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  • The annual event brings presidents and chancellors of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCCs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) together with members of Congress and key government and corporate officials to discuss issues of law and policy impacting TMCF member schools.
  • Dr. Patricia Sims, president of Drake State Community and Technical College, left last year’s Fly-In inspired by policy conversations, occurring at the highest legislative level.
  • The Thurgood Marshall College Fund and its partners recognize that all jobs do not require a bachelor’s degree,” Williams said.
  • Topics include the TMCF value proposition, HBCU sustainability, capacity-building opportunities and the advocacy agenda for HBCUs, HBCCs, PBIs and their students.

Thurgood Marshall College Fund to host annual Congressional HBCU Fly-In March 6-7

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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WASHINGTON, DC, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will host the 2024 Presidents & Chancellors HBCU Fly-In March 6-7 in Washington, D.C.

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  • WASHINGTON, DC, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will host the 2024 Presidents & Chancellors HBCU Fly-In March 6-7 in Washington, D.C.
  • “When you bring HBCU presidents together in one room, that energy is electrifying; things can happen, and things can move.
  • TMCF and Business Roundtable began a partnership in 2021 to invest in HBCU students and develop a diverse talent pipeline.
  • Topics include the TMCF value proposition, HBCU sustainability, capacity-building opportunities and the advocacy agenda for HBCUs, PBIs and their students.

Sallie Mae Awards $100,000 in Scholarships to Graduate Students

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Sallie Mae and The Sallie Mae Fund, Inc., in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, today announced the recipients of the Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate Students .

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  • Sallie Mae and The Sallie Mae Fund, Inc., in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, today announced the recipients of the Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate Students .
  • “I plan to use my degree to advocate for equitable opportunities for black and brown students so they can excel beyond me.”
    The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate Students is part of a three-year, $3 million commitment made by The Sallie Mae Fund to help students access and complete higher education.
  • In addition to scholarships to graduate students, The Sallie Mae Fund provides scholarships to high school students through its Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors and scholarships to help current college students complete their education through its Completing the Dream Scholarship .
  • Sallie Mae also connects students to millions of dollars in scholarships through its free app and resource Scholly by Sallie .

National Higher Education Teaching Conference '24 Focuses on Accelerating the Great College Teaching Movement

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) unveiled the stellar line up of higher education leaders and change makers who will present at the second annual National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC). Slated for June 13-14, 2024, at the Hilton Minneapolis, the conference will focus its discussion on helping higher education leaders navigate change to advance great teaching at their institutions.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) unveiled the stellar line up of higher education leaders and change makers who will present at the second annual National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC) .
  • Slated for June 13-14, 2024, at the Hilton Minneapolis, the conference will focus its discussion on helping higher education leaders navigate change to advance great teaching at their institutions.
  • His keynote, "Strategies for Leading Through Change and Uncertainty" will offer insights on how leaders can effectively advance the great teaching movement across higher education, starting within their own campus communities.
  • An inspirational closing plenary will send NHETC '24 attendees back to their colleges and universities ready to grow the great teaching movement.

Creme of Nature Continues Commitment to Empowering Future Leaders with 4th Annual Legacy of Leadership HBCU Scholarship

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Creme of Nature, one of the leaders in natural hair care products, proudly announces the return of its Legacy of Leadership Scholarship for the fourth consecutive year. This initiative reaffirms the brand's commitment to supporting the academic and professional aspirations of students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Administered by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), the scholarship aims to alleviate the financial burdens of higher education for 21 deserving students, each receiving a significant portion of the total $105,000 fund.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Creme of Nature, one of the leaders in natural hair care products, proudly announces the return of its Legacy of Leadership Scholarship for the fourth consecutive year.
  • This initiative reaffirms the brand's commitment to supporting the academic and professional aspirations of students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
  • Continuing in its tradition of fostering excellence and leadership, Creme of Nature invites students to apply by submitting a 2-minute video on the theme "What Legacy Means to Me".
  • For more details about the application process and the Legacy of Leadership program, please visit Creme of Nature's official website .