North Carolina Central University

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 .

Stonehenge Community Development, LLC, Invests $8.5 Million in North Carolina Central University, a Historically Black University in Durham, NC

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stonehenge Community Development, LLC, in partnership with U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance (USBIF), will invest $8.5 million to enable North Carolina Central University (NCCU) to enhance critical medical care at a new community health center in Halifax County, NC.

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  • The investment, part of a $10.5 million commitment in conjunction with the U.S. Treasury's Federal New Markets Tax Credit Program, will be the federal program's first such investment in a North Carolina Historically Black College and University (HBCU).
  • With this project, NCCU will address health disparities and clinical care inequalities throughout the state by creating two innovative entities: Academic Community Health Centers and Rural Health Hub.
  • The Academic Community Health Centers will provide hands-on teaching and learning opportunities for NCCU students, the surrounding communities, and partner organizations.
  • Stonehenge Community Development's partnership with USBIF and NCCU will provide expanded educational resources and learning opportunities for North Carolina's underserved residents.

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.

UNCF NAMES LEGENDARY EDUCATOR DR. JOHNNETTA BETSCH COLE AS PRESIDENT-IN-RESIDENCE AND CO-CHAIRPERSON OF ITS $1 BILLION CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Cole will serve as an ambassador for the campaign and advocate with UNCF-member presidents and her own network to help identify new supporters.

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  • Cole will serve as an ambassador for the campaign and advocate with UNCF-member presidents and her own network to help identify new supporters.
  • As president of Bennett College, Dr. Cole led a successful $50 million capital campaign.
  • “I am equally thrilled to echo Dr. Lomax’s sentiments about Dr. Cole coming on board as co-chairperson of our capital campaign.
  • It is also a profound honor and a joy to serve as a co-chairperson for the UNCF capital campaign,” said Dr. Cole.

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.

Knightscope Receives New Orders from City Hall and Growing Reseller

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, today announces its first order from a Texas municipality for one of its K1 Blue Light E-Phones to be installed at City Hall.

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  • Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, today announces its first order from a Texas municipality for one of its K1 Blue Light E-Phones to be installed at City Hall.
  • Knightscope Authorized Partner (“KAP”) Transportation Solutions & Lighting, Inc., – Safety and Security Division – National Safety Systems (“NSS/TS&L”) also continues to grow its Knightscope business with 7 K1 Retrofit Kits to replace competitive products at a North Carolina College.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240108983160/en/
    Knightscope Receives New Orders from City Hall and Growing Reseller (Photo: Business Wire)
    Knightscope’s E-Phones are engineered to be either hardwired or a completely wireless solution, making them ideal for applications like a City Hall where communications must be mounted on a wall or post in areas such as parking lots and garages.
  • The Knightscope Retrofit Kit allows colleges and universities to easily update existing emergency communication systems to make them compatible with our newer, more advanced hardwired and wireless systems.

The HBCU Esports League Partners with Discover Financial Services to Empower HBCU Entrepreneurs with Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson for 3rd Annual Discover Bowl

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 17th, Discover Financial Services is teaming up with Cxmmunity Media for the 3rd Annual Discover Bowl.

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  • ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 17th, Discover Financial Services is teaming up with Cxmmunity Media for the 3rd Annual Discover Bowl.
  • The HBCU Esports League's Discover Bowl is an annual entitlement event for Discover where students from the HBCU Esports League will compete head-to-head for a total prize pool of $60,000.
  • This year's Discover Bowl is set to have a special guest appearance by NFL Legend, and HBCU advocate - Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson.
  • For the past three seasons, Discover has played a pivotal role as a strategic partner in the HBCU Esports League.

Denny's Awards Outstanding Students with Inaugural Stipend Through Its Hungry for Education™ Scholarship Program

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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Spartanburg, SC, Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Denny’s (NASDAQ: DENN), America’s Diner, announces two recipients of the inaugural Denny’s x Getty Images Hungry for Education Stipend.

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  • Spartanburg, SC, Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Denny’s (NASDAQ: DENN), America’s Diner, announces two recipients of the inaugural Denny’s x Getty Images Hungry for Education Stipend.
  • Students from Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) and Jackson State University (JSU) have each received $1,250 stipends, recognizing their passion for preserving their HBCU’s history.
  • The scholars are:
    Rejoice Adekoya, a sophomore nursing major at Prairie View A&M University (Prairie View, Texas) from Lagos, Nigeria.
  • In partnership with the Getty Family and Stand Together, the program commits $500,000 towards the digitization of HBCU photographic archives.

N.C. A&T State University wins 5th annual Moguls in the Making entrepreneurial pitch competition

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The team from North Carolina A&T State University took top honors in the fifth annual Moguls in the Making entrepreneurial pitch competition, where 60 students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) developed innovative and impactful solutions to address economic mobility challenges using vital business skills.

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  • "Moguls in the Making is an investment Ally makes to provide career-launching business experience," said Ally Financial CEO Jeffrey J.
  • "We're intentional about how we show up as an ally, focusing on efforts that support economic mobility and inspire social change.
  • They then were asked to develop a concept to support economic mobility in Charlotte and create a business plan to put those ideas into action.
  • To date, Ally has awarded more than $900,000 in scholarships and prizes through Moguls in the Making.

BREAKING: Karen Georgia Thompson Becomes First Woman to Lead United Church of Christ

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Monday, July 3, 2023
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Karen Georgia Thompson as the first woman, and the first Black woman, to lead the denomination as General Minister and President.

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  • Karen Georgia Thompson as the first woman, and the first Black woman, to lead the denomination as General Minister and President.
  • Thompson is the third woman nominated for the post , after the Revs.
  • “Today, United Church of Christ, we created a first together,” she said after the vote.
  • Thompson has been serving as Associate General Minister for Wider Church Ministries and Co-Executive for Global Ministries since 2019.