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HBCU Week 2023 on a Mission to Change Students' Lives with Scholarships and On-the-Spot College Acceptances

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its seventh annual HBCU Week with activities scheduled in Wilmington, Del., from September 17-24 and Atlanta, Ga., from October 5-7. HBCU Week will include a variety of events and opportunities for students to engage in the HBCU experience, understand the admissions process, potentially receive on-the-spot college acceptance and scholarships, discuss social issues impacting students of color, and connect with current HBCU students and leadership. To date, the HBCU Week Foundation has awarded more than 6,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and more than $60 million in scholarships directly from HBCUs and corporate partners.

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  • To date, the HBCU Week Foundation has awarded more than 6,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and more than $60 million in scholarships directly from HBCUs and corporate partners.
  • "HBCU Week is the week that changes lives because this type of exposure for high school seniors and middle schoolers gives them a sense of belonging they might not otherwise experience.
  • HBCU Week events are curated to help students imagine the joy and limitless possibilities of attending an HBCU."
  • This year's HBCU Week in Atlanta will focus primarily on the HBCU College Fair presented by Sallie Mae.

With the New School Year About to Begin, 75% of High School Students Feel Unprepared to Make College or Next Step Decisions. It’s Time to Change That.

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

K12-powered high school students and families can watch videos, register for free college events, and learn how to prepare for college no matter where they are in their process.

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  • K12-powered high school students and families can watch videos, register for free college events, and learn how to prepare for college no matter where they are in their process.
  • “Getting through high school is hard enough without worrying so much about your next steps.
  • The College Prep Center is a critical resource with information high school students need to help prepare for life after graduation,” said Tyng Kam, K12’s Student Success Coaching Manager.
  • These free events can enhance your student's employability skills with topics like resume building, interview techniques, and professional networking.

Partnership Between Vanta, East Metro STEAM, and Intel Fosters Accessible and Inclusive Esports Community for East County High Schools and Middle Schools

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Monday, May 29, 2023

Vanta, East Metro STEAM Partnership (EMSP), Multnomah Education Service District (MESD), and Intel have joined forces to establish an esports community initiative that emphasizes accessibility and inclusivity for East Multnomah County high schools and middle schools.

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  • Vanta, East Metro STEAM Partnership (EMSP), Multnomah Education Service District (MESD), and Intel have joined forces to establish an esports community initiative that emphasizes accessibility and inclusivity for East Multnomah County high schools and middle schools.
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    “EMSP is excited to partner with Intel, Vanta, and MHCC on our Esports Program,” said Jarvez Hall, EMSP Director.
  • The selected game titles for the esports league are Rocket League and League of Legends, engaging students from various schools within the East Metro community.
  • For more information about the partnership between Vanta, East Metro STEAM Partnership, Multnomah Education Service District, and Intel, or to inquire about the upcoming East Metro STEAM esports championship event, please contact:

Sallie Mae® Announces $100K Sponsorship of HBCU Week 2022 College Fair

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Friday, September 23, 2022

Sallie Mae, through its charitable arm The Sallie Mae Fund, today announced it will be the title sponsor of the HBCU Week 2022 College Fair as part of HBCU Week taking place at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fl.

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  • Sallie Mae, through its charitable arm The Sallie Mae Fund, today announced it will be the title sponsor of the HBCU Week 2022 College Fair as part of HBCU Week taking place at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fl.
  • The College Fair is the cornerstone of HBCU Weeks program, annually drawing more than 3,500 college seeking students to connect with HBCU representatives.
  • The event was part of HBCU day at Sallie Mae and the broader recognition of HBCU Week happening this week in Wilmington as well as the HBCU conference in Washington D.C. and additional events and celebrations happening throughout September and October.
  • For more information on Sallie Mae, The Sallie Mae Funds scholarship programs, and tools and resources to help families navigate to, through, and immediately after college, visit https://www.salliemae.com/about/scholarship-opportunities/ .

Largest-Ever HBCU Week Coming to Walt Disney World Resort Next Month

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- High school students from across the Southeast and beyond will descend on Walt Disney World Resort next month for the largest-ever HBCU Week featuring a huge college fair, a parade of high-stepping marching bands, a fierce battle of the bands and a live ESPN broadcast.

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  • More than 5,000 high school students will join nearly 50 HBCU representatives at Walt Disney World Resort next month.
  • This isthe first time in its five-year history that the HBCU Week Foundation is hosting its annual event at Walt Disney World Resort, which is expanding the foundation's ability to stage new and more high-profile activities for its attendees.
  • Disney's involvement in HBCU Week is part of a relationship between HBCU Week Foundation and Disney on the Yard, an initiative focused on deepening Disney's engagement with HBCUs.
  • Disney theme park admission and reservations are required for entry to Magic Kingdom Park for the HBCU Week band parade.

HBCU Week Foundation Hosts 5th Annual Event Giving High School Students Opportunities for On-the-Spot College Acceptance and Scholarships

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

The highlight of HBCU Week is its signature College Fair, at which students have the chance to meet with HBCU recruiters from across the country and earn on-the-spot acceptances and scholarships.

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  • The highlight of HBCU Week is its signature College Fair, at which students have the chance to meet with HBCU recruiters from across the country and earn on-the-spot acceptances and scholarships.
  • This provides students an amazing opportunity to secure an early connection to college, community and culture at an HBCU.
  • In 2020, HBCU Week's College Fair delivered 803 on-the-spot acceptances and $7.3 million in scholarships, including 226 partial and 44 full-ride offers.
  • The most impactful event during HBCU Week is the HBCU College Fair.