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Denny's Returns as Orange Blossom Classic Title Sponsor in 2024

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange Blossom Classic Committee, the esteemed organizing body behind one of college football's most iconic events, proudly announces the return of Denny's as the title partner of the Orange Blossom Classic (OBC) in 2024.

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  • MIAMI GARDENS, Fla., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange Blossom Classic Committee, the esteemed organizing body behind one of college football's most iconic events, proudly announces the return of Denny's as the title partner of the Orange Blossom Classic (OBC) in 2024.
  • Fans can anticipate the continuation of excellence at the Denny's Orange Blossom Classic in 2024.
  • For tickets and more information about the Denny's Orange Blossom Classic featuring ASU Hornets and NCCU Eagles at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, September 1, 2024, visit www.OrangeBlossomClassic.com .
  • Connect with Orange Blossom Classic Committee's One BIG Community on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter at @OrangeBlossomFC.

2024 Denny's Orange Blossom Classic Welcomes Alabama State University and North Carolina Central University

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Denny's Orange Blossom Classic (OBC) proudly continues its storied tradition by welcoming the Alabama State University Hornets (ASU) and North Carolina Central University Eagles (NCCU) as this year's distinguished participants.

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  • MIAMI GARDENS, Fla., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Denny's Orange Blossom Classic (OBC) proudly continues its storied tradition by welcoming the Alabama State University Hornets (ASU) and North Carolina Central University Eagles (NCCU) as this year's distinguished participants.
  • Kendra Bulluck, Executive Director of the OBC, shares her enthusiasm: "The Orange Blossom Classic has always been a beacon of opportunity and unity in the HBCU community.
  • This year, we present the talents of North Carolina Central University Eagles and Alabama State University Hornets, offering an exciting experience.
  • Dr. Jason Cable, Director of Athletics, ASU expresses his excitement: "Alabama State University Athletics is thrilled to be a part of the Denny's Orange Blossom Classic (OBC) and its long-standing tradition.

Hilinski's Hope Launches Statewide Pilot of their "Mental Health Support Series" for High School Students in Alabama

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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MONTGOMERY, Ala., Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilinski's Hope Foundation (H3H), founded by Mark and Kym Hilinski to honor the legacy of their son Tyler, today announced the launch of "H3H's Mental Health Support Series " - a six lesson learning series for 9th-12th grade Alabama high school students focused on teaching mental health basics and putting mental health care on par with physical health. The first year of the program will pilot the modules for high school students and educators across the state, with the goal to research the effectiveness of course material and ultimately increase the number of students reached year over year.

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  • "In addition to the progress we have made over the last few years, partnering with Hilinski's Hope Foundation to bring the Mental Health Support Series to Alabama high school students will have a positive impact on the lives of students for decades to come."
  • Mental Health Scale - Examine reasons for stigma and consider how the mental health scale can help us frame how we think about mental health.
  • By sponsoring this program, the state of Alabama will increase awareness, reduce the stigma around mental health discussion, provide hope for those suffering in silence, and protect the future mental health worries of students.
  • For more information on Hilinski's Hope's "Mental Health Support Series" or to get started today, please contact [email protected] .

ROCK THE BELLS AND FORD 'ROCK THE CAMPUS' AT ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY WITH HOMECOMING ACTIVATION AND NEW YOUTUBE CONTENT SERIES

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock The Bells, the global platform dedicated to elevating Hip-Hop culture from its roots to the modern day, announced 'Rock The Campus' presented by Ford. During the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop celebration at Alabama State University on October 8-9, 'Rock The Campus' honored the culture and connection of Hip-Hop and HBCUs.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock The Bells , the global platform dedicated to elevating Hip-Hop culture from its roots to the modern day, announced 'Rock The Campus' presented by Ford.
  • During the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop celebration at Alabama State University on October 8-9, 'Rock The Campus' honored the culture and connection of Hip-Hop and HBCUs.
  • The Alabama State University's Department of Theatre Arts and its dance theater room was transformed into a Hip-Hop-themed time capsule to capture the impactful role HBCUs play in Hip-Hop.
  • Furthering its commitment to HBCUs, Rock The Bells and Ford are also announcing a sweepstakes with voting open to students, faculty, and alumni.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Montgomery and Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery East in Montgomery, Alabama Complete Renovations

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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MONTGOMERY, Ala., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that the 97-room Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery East and 91-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Montgomery have completed renovations.

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  • MONTGOMERY, Ala., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that the 97-room Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery East and 91-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Montgomery have completed renovations.
  • The Homewood Suites by Hilton Montgomery offers spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites with separate living and sleeping areas designed to let you live, work, and relax.
  • For more information or to contact the Homewood Suites by Hilton Montgomery please call directly at 334-272-3010, or visit their website .
  • For more information or to contact the Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery East please call directly at call 334-272-2225 or visit their website .

BLACK ENTERPRISE To Showcase HBCU tech talent and prowess at the 8th Annual BE Smart Hackathon

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BLACK ENTERPRISE, the premier Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans, is proud to announce the return of the 8th Annual BE Smart Hackathon, hosted by American Airlines. This year's event promises to be an impactful gathering of students from 25 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) who will converge on the American Airlines headquarters in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, and receive the necessary skills to become influential leaders in the dynamic world of technology. Scheduled to take place from Thursday, Nov. 2nd to Sunday, Nov. 5th, the focus of this year's event revolves around the theme "All Code No Switch" and sets the stage for a hackathon that pledges to foster innovation, collaboration, and empowerment.

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  • Sponsored by American Airlines, the four-day event empowers the largest gathering of HBCU students to date, poised to become leaders in the tech industry.
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BLACK ENTERPRISE , the premier Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans, is proud to announce the return of the 8th Annual BE Smart Hackathon, hosted by American Airlines.
  • The BE Smart Hackathon is a platform for participants to engage in friendly competition and an opportunity to showcase their technical skills and gain practical knowledge in utilizing emergent APIs.
  • Featuring 36 participating teams, students will be evaluated on their app's viability, practicality for end-users, and the efficiency of the technological infrastructure.

Dynarex Honors Alabama EMS Director Jamie Gray for Exemplary Community Service

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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ORANGEBURG, N.Y., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dynarex Corporation, a leading durable medical equipment and disposable medical products company, has honored Jamie Gray, Alabama State EMS Director, with the 2023 Dynarex EMS First Responder Caring Award (FRCA). This nationally recognized award is given to EMS professionals who show outstanding dedication to their community.

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  • During EMS World Expo in New Orleans, LA
    ORANGEBURG, N.Y., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dynarex Corporation , a leading durable medical equipment and disposable medical products company, has honored Jamie Gray, Alabama State EMS Director, with the 2023 Dynarex EMS First Responder Caring Award (FRCA).
  • This nationally recognized award is given to EMS professionals who show outstanding dedication to their community.
  • In front of a packed house during the opening ceremony of the EMS World Expo in New Orleans, Dynarex Corporate Training & Events Director John Burns presented the FRCA to Mr. Gray in recognition of his many years of extraordinary service.

TMCF Raises Over $5 Million During Annual “Leaders and Legends” Award Gala

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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As a champion for inclusivity and representation, actress and comedian, Kym Whitley, hosted the gala.

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  • As a champion for inclusivity and representation, actress and comedian, Kym Whitley, hosted the gala.
  • TMCF honored NBA Hall of Famer and four-time NBA champion Shaquille O'Neal with the esteemed Breaking Barriers Award.
  • The TMCF Anniversary Awards Gala hosted over 1,200 attendees, including more than 445 HBCU students and 1,000 guests.
  • All proceeds from the black-tie event support scholarships and programs for nearly 300,000 students at TMCF member-schools.

Kym Whitley To Host TMCF’s Leaders & Legends Gala

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Actress and comedian Kym Whitley will serve as host of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s 36th Annual “Leaders and Legends” Fundraising Gala on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the Washington, D.C. Hilton Hotel.

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  • WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Actress and comedian Kym Whitley will serve as host of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s 36th Annual “Leaders and Legends” Fundraising Gala on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the Washington, D.C. Hilton Hotel.
  • “We are grateful for Kym Whitley’s willingness to host our annual gala,” TMCF CEO & President Harry L. Williams said.
  • “As a HBCU graduate, Kym understands the mission of TMCF and how we work hard to continue the work of Justice Thurgood Marshall.
  • Whitley starred in her own docu-series, Raising Whitley on the OWN network, and in Netflix’s sitcom, Young & Hungry.

Association of College and University Educators Announces Second Annual National Higher Education Teaching Conference June 13-14, 2024, Minneapolis

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Building on momentum from this year's inaugural event, the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) today announced dates for the second annual National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC). Slated for June 13-14, 2024, at the Hilton Minneapolis, the conference will be an opportunity for higher ed leaders, professors, policymakers, researchers, and philanthropists to accelerate a national commitment to excellent teaching in every class—a movement that was energized in New York last June.

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    NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Building on momentum from this year's inaugural event, the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) today announced dates for the second annual National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC) .
  • More than 500 attendees of last summer's inaugural convening praised NHETC for its relevance to the broad cross-section of stakeholders needed to ensure excellence in a college education.
  • Jonathan Zimmerman, Ph.D., Professor of History of Education at the University of Pennsylvania, and author of "The Amateur Hour: A History of College Teaching in America," said, "Through ACUE's leadership, NHETC launched a 'great teaching movement.'
  • It's the most exciting and promising thing I've witnessed in higher education in three decades."