Xavier University of Louisiana

Student Freedom Initiative Launches Inaugural Program at HBCUs Across U.S.

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星期二, 九月 7, 2021

"Through the Student Freedom Initiative, we hope to give Black students access to the education they need to move forward in this economy without the burden of student loan debt stopping them from realizing their fullest potential," said Robert F. Smith, Chairman of the Student Freedom Initiative.

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  • "Through the Student Freedom Initiative, we hope to give Black students access to the education they need to move forward in this economy without the burden of student loan debt stopping them from realizing their fullest potential," said Robert F. Smith, Chairman of the Student Freedom Initiative.
  • To address the unequal financial burden faced by these students, the Student Freedom Initiative created its Student Freedom Agreement, an income-contingent funding agreement based on a 'pay it forward' concept, meaning payments are only made when the individual is working.
  • SFI has begun dispersing Student Freedom Agreement funds to eligible junior and senior STEM majors attending one of its nine inaugural partner schools.
  • "We are taking a holistic approach to support and empower our students," notes Mark Brown, Executive Director of the Student Freedom Initiative.

Student Freedom Initiative Inaugurates Launch at HBCU Campuses Across U.S.

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星期一, 八月 30, 2021
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The Student Freedom Initiative today announced their official launch for the Fall 2021 semester across campuses of the initiatives initial cohort of nine Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

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  • The Student Freedom Initiative today announced their official launch for the Fall 2021 semester across campuses of the initiatives initial cohort of nine Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
  • Through the Student Freedom Initiative, we hope to give Black students access to the education they need to move forward in this digital economy without the burden of student loan debt stopping them from realizing their fullest potential, said Robert F. Smith, Chairman of the Student Freedom Initiative.
  • We are taking a holistic approach to support and empower our students, notes Mark Brown, Executive Director of the Student Freedom Initiative.
  • Additionally, with the help of tech partners including Cisco and AVC Technologies, the Student Freedom Initiative is also visiting HBCU campuses throughout the 2021-22 academic year to provide free critical technology infrastructure upgrades.

LaJuana Chenier appointed as UNCF Vice President of Major Gifts

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星期二, 八月 3, 2021
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Washington D.C., Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is pleased to announce that LaJuana Chenier, previously the UNCF Regional Development Director for New Orleans, has been promoted to the position of vice president of major gifts and individual gifts, a new position focused on the organizations donor relationships with higher-level donors.

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  • Washington D.C., Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is pleased to announce that LaJuana Chenier, previously the UNCF Regional Development Director for New Orleans, has been promoted to the position of vice president of major gifts and individual gifts, a new position focused on the organizations donor relationships with higher-level donors.
  • Her fundraising, leadership experience and outstanding fundraising outcomes makes her a great choice to implement our growth strategy in major gifts, said Maurice Jenkins, executive vice president of development, UNCF.
  • Prior to joining UNCF, Chenier served as associate vice president of development/chief of staff at her alma mater, Xavier University.
  • l am honored to be leading the Major Gifts Department at UNCF, Chenier said.

UNCF-Member School Xavier University of Louisiana President Testifies Before Senate on HBCU COVID Response

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星期四, 六月 17, 2021
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The disparities we all knew existed were painstakingly clear and New Orleans was an early ground zero.

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  • The disparities we all knew existed were painstakingly clear and New Orleans was an early ground zero.
  • Xavier University of Louisianas president, Dr. Verret, a biochemist and immunologist, is also a respected leader in higher education, said Lodriguez V. Murray, senior vice president for public policy and government affairs at UNCF.
  • Xavier has a track record as the top feeder school for Black Americans into medical and healthcare careers.
  • We are proud of how well he represented our entire community of institutions before the Senate HELP Committee today.

Victory Capital Announces the Victory Capital Scholars Program and Strategic Alliance with Xavier University of Louisiana

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星期一, 四月 26, 2021
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\xe2\x80\x9cDiverse and inclusive teams are proven to make better business decisions based on input from different perspectives.

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  • \xe2\x80\x9cDiverse and inclusive teams are proven to make better business decisions based on input from different perspectives.
  • These \xe2\x80\x9cgap\xe2\x80\x9d scholarships will be awarded based on need and merit, with special consideration given to students in the Post-911 GI Bill\xe2\x80\x99s Yellow Ribbon Program.
  • Victory Capital\xe2\x80\x99s Black Employee Resource and Military Employee Resource Groups will be instrumental in evaluating the applicants.
  • For more information about Xavier University of Louisiana, visit us online at www.xula.edu or follow us on Facebook, YouTube, or Twitter @XULA1925.

SXU Welcomes Largest Freshman Class in Its History

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星期二, 十月 13, 2020
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CHICAGO, Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Saint Xavier University (SXU) has achieved an enrollment milestone in welcoming its largest freshman class in the institution's history, despite challenges posed by COVID-19.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Saint Xavier University (SXU) has achieved an enrollment milestone in welcoming its largest freshman class in the institution's history, despite challenges posed by COVID-19.
  • 2020 follows 2018 and 2019, the previous two greatest enrollment years, culminating in the three largest classes on record.
  • "Saint Xavier University is excited to enroll our largest freshman class in our history.
  • Recognizing Saint Xavier's excellence in education, U.S. News & World Report has ranked SXU consistently among the best colleges in the Midwest.

Delivering Impact for Thousands, New Orleans to Celebrate Seventh Annual UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball

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星期五, 二月 28, 2020
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NEW ORLEANS, L.A., Feb. 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will host its seventh annual New Orleans UNCF Mayors Masked Ball at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 14 at the Hyatt Regency.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, L.A., Feb. 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will host its seventh annual New Orleans UNCF Mayors Masked Ball at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 14 at the Hyatt Regency.
  • Here in New Orleans, we are the proud home of two distinguished member institutions, Dillard University and Xavier University of Louisiana.
  • UNCF has strived to change the HBCU narrative across the nation, said Dr. Michael L. Lomax, president and CEO, UNCF.
  • Learn more at UNCF.org , or for continuous updates and news, follow UNCF on Twitter at @UNCF
    Monique LeNoir United Negro College Fund, Inc. (UNCF) 202-810-0231 [email protected] LaJuana Chenier UNCF New Orleans 504-581-3794 [email protected]

Northwood University Names New President

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星期四, 四月 18, 2019
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"President Pretty's outstanding service and leadership is leaving Northwood well positioned for future success," said Al Zehnder, chairman of Northwood University's Board of Trustees.

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  • "President Pretty's outstanding service and leadership is leaving Northwood well positioned for future success," said Al Zehnder, chairman of Northwood University's Board of Trustees.
  • MacDonald joins Northwood from St. Francis Xavier University, one of Canada's most respected and historic universities, where he has served as President and Vice Chancellor since 2014.
  • Prior to his current role at St. Francis Xavier University, MacDonald served for nearly two decades at Algonquin College in a variety of roles including president, vice president, executive director and dean, school of business.
  • Private, nonprofit, and accredited, Northwood University specializes in managerial and entrepreneurial education at a full-service, residential campus located in mid-Michigan.

UNCF and the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program Announce Inaugural HBCU Recipient

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星期五, 三月 1, 2019
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WASHINGTON, March 01, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) and the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program announced on Tuesday that Sydney Green, a senior at UNCF-member institution Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA) was selected as the inaugural recipient of the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 01, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) and the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program announced on Tuesday that Sydney Green, a senior at UNCF-member institution Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA) was selected as the inaugural recipient of the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program.
  • "For 75 years, UNCF has helped award scholarships to students in need," said Michael L. Lomax, president and CEO, UNCF.
  • "Through invaluable partnerships such as the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial program, UNCF has become the largest scholarship provider for students of color."
  • "With help from The Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program, I will not have to spend most of my life paying back student loans," said Green.