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Clark Atlanta University's Executive Leadership Institute Continues To Shape The Future Of HBCUs

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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ATLANTA, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University is now accepting applications for its 2024 Community Fellows, with an October 19, 2023 deadline. Aspiring leaders with a passion for shaping the future of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are encouraged to apply online today.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University is now accepting applications for its 2024 Community Fellows, with an October 19, 2023 deadline.
  • Aspiring leaders with a passion for shaping the future of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are encouraged to apply online today.
  • From operations and budgeting to academics, fundraising, development, board governance, and the pursuit of racial and social justice, ELI covers every aspect of HBCU leadership.
  • ELI continues to honor this legacy, preserving and strengthening HBCUs as hubs of education, opportunity, and uplift in the communities they serve.

Clark Atlanta University's Department of Art and Fashion Scholars Selected by Fulton County's FACE Program to Work with Designers in Paris

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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ATLANTA, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two Clark Atlanta University Art and Fashion students were selected for the Fulton County Fashion Art Culture & Education (FACE) initiative in Paris presented by Noir for the Global Master Class as part of the Paris Experience, a collaboration with Fulton County's FACE program and Clark Atlanta University's Department of Art and Fashion.

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  • ATLANTA, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two Clark Atlanta University Art and Fashion students were selected for the Fulton County Fashion Art Culture & Education (FACE) initiative in Paris presented by Noir for the Global Master Class as part of the Paris Experience, a collaboration with Fulton County's FACE program and Clark Atlanta University's Department of Art and Fashion.
  • This new initiative highlights resources in the arts and fashion industry and provides an innovative experience that bridges the gap between fashion, art, culture, and education.
  • This unforgettable experience stands to be an amazing educational and artistic experience for our students due to the partnership between Clark Atlanta University and FACE."
  • The two student fashion scholars may also have a chance to share their fashion collections with the public during one of Noir's fashion shows.

Promising Students Benefit From Commitment to Developing Diverse Talent

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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This year, the Graduate Case Competition was held Sept. 13-14 in Philadelphia, and winning teams were announced Sept. 15.

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  • This year, the Graduate Case Competition was held Sept. 13-14 in Philadelphia, and winning teams were announced Sept. 15.
  • "This impressive competition is a showcase event for diversity, leadership and student achievement that allows our company to demonstrate our unwavering commitment to identifying, recruiting and developing diverse talent and future business leaders that will fuel our success."
  • Stellantis has been the exclusive sponsor of the Graduate Case Competition since 1995, with nearly 5,000 students participating over the years.
  • This year, the students from Clark Atlanta University took home the first-place trophy as national champions and $25,000 in scholarships.

MetLife Sponsors the Upcoming Annual Toyota HBCU New York Classic at MetLife Stadium

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET) today announced it is partnering with the Toyota Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) New York Classic for the second consecutive year.

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  • MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET) today announced it is partnering with the Toyota Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) New York Classic for the second consecutive year.
  • MetLife’s sponsorship builds on MetLife and MetLife Foundation’s rich history of enabling equitable access to education and fostering inclusive economic mobility for thousands of HBCU students.
  • “MetLife’s contribution to the Toyota HBCU NY Classic is aligned with our purpose,” said Michael Roberts, Chief Marketing Officer at MetLife.
  • ET, MetLife and other participating companies will share career opportunities with upcoming and recent graduates, career seekers, and career switchers.

Dollar General Promotes Rod West

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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Dollar General today announced the promotion of Rod West to executive vice president of global supply chain effective September 1, 2023.

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  • Dollar General today announced the promotion of Rod West to executive vice president of global supply chain effective September 1, 2023.
  • “Rod is an outstanding leader who will continue driving Dollar General forward through his considerable internal knowledge and experience on our supply chain team,” said Jeff Owen, Dollar General’s chief executive officer.
  • Prior to joining Dollar General, West held roles of increasing responsibility within the retail and consumer products consulting practice at Kurt Salmon Associates.
  • Additionally, West serves on the Board of Directors for the Dollar General Literacy Foundation and is a former executive sponsor of the Company’s African American Employee Resource Group.

'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.

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  • 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.

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).

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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).
  • 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.

Clark Atlanta University Is One of Ten Locations for the Democracy For the People Tour 2023

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University is one of 10 locations for the nationwide tour of Democracy For The People, sponsored by the Congressional Black Caucus Institute (CBCI). The stop at CAU will be on August 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University is one of 10 locations for the nationwide tour of Democracy For The People, sponsored by the Congressional Black Caucus Institute (CBCI).
  • The stop at CAU will be on August 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    Each two-part event offers a vital town hall with CBCI members, as well as a comprehensive organizer training on pressing matters of democracy and racial equality in America.
  • This program ensures that the voices and concerns of marginalized communities are not only heard but also heeded by decision-makers at the pinnacle of policymaking.
  • Each leg of the tour also will facilitate voter registration and connecting the community to newly trained personnel.

Clark Atlanta University Receives $1 Million Scholarship Endowment Gift and a $50,000 Bridge Grant from The Bernard Osher Foundation

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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The Bernard Osher Foundation, founded in 1977 seeks to improve quality of life through support for higher education and the arts.

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  • The Bernard Osher Foundation, founded in 1977 seeks to improve quality of life through support for higher education and the arts.
  • The relationship between Clark Atlanta and the Osher Foundation began two years ago when the foundation established a $50,000 annual scholarship at the University.
  • "The Bernard Osher Foundation is proud to support Clark Atlanta University and its reentry students eager to complete a baccalaureate degree," noted Mary Bitterman, president of the Foundation.
  • A scholarship endowment gift of $1 million will fund 10 Osher scholarships each academic year.

Now and Later® and La La Anthony Team Up to Spotlight Self-Care Companies for National Black Business Month

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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CHICAGO, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Now and Later® candy with its bold flavors, hard-to-soft chew, and long-lasting eating experience recognizes that with the hustle of the daily grind, there is a benefit in taking a much-needed pause for self-care. In continued support of go-getters and changemakers in the Black community, the brand is launching 'Pause Now, Hustle Later' in partnership with media personality, entrepreneur, and candy lover La La Anthony, to spotlight emerging black-owned businesses in the self-care space and to encourage fans to take a pause NOW, so that they can reset and reenergize for their daily hustle LATER.  

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  • To help fans celebrate, La La has unveiled a hand-picked list of Black-owned self-care businesses with products and services that can be added to any self-care routine.
  • Leading into National Black Business month in August, Now and Later is also committing $50,000 in financial support to the selected small businesses through the 'Pause Now, Hustle Later' Grant.
  • Each business will receive $10,000 that will help fuel their hustle and aid in their continued growth.
  • Previously the brand has teamed up with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), to celebrate and recognize Black community leaders and entrepreneurs.