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❤️ Black History, Big Wins & HBCU Love! 🙌
From an HBCU student making waves in classical music to a finance leader opening doors for the community!
👋🏾 Hey HBCU Fam!
✨ Black excellence is shining brighter than ever this week! From an HBCU student making waves in classical music to an HBCU grad’s retail fashion glow-up, and a finance leader paving the way for future changemakers—this edition is packed with inspiration. Let’s dive into the stories shaping history!
🎺 HBCU Bands Take Over Travis Scott’s "4x4"!
Two powerhouse HBCU marching bands just brought the 🔥 to Travis Scott’s latest track, "4x4"! From the field to the music charts, these bands are proving that HBCU culture is unstoppable.
🎓 Guaranteed HBCU Admission + Tuition Lock? Yes, Please!
A new HBCU Pledge is making waves—offering guaranteed admission and frozen tuition for in-state students. More accessibility, less financial stress, and a smoother road to graduation.
🎨 Tones of Melanin: HBCU Fashion Glow-Up!
Ashley Jones turned a lack of HBCU gear into Tones of Melanin, now a major player in HBCU fashion! With 40+ licensing deals and a Shark Tank moment, she’s taking HBCU pride mainstream.
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🎶 HBCU Student Hits a High Note in Classical Music
Breaking barriers and making history—this HBCU student just earned prestigious honors in the world of classical music! Their talent, dedication, and passion are putting HBCUs on the global stage in an art form where representation is rare.
✨ Why It Matters: This achievement isn’t just about one student—it’s about expanding opportunities for Black musicians in classical music and showing the world the depth of talent coming from HBCUs.
💼 Internship Spotlight: HBCU Environmental & Climate Corps Summer Internship Program
The HBCU Environmental & Climate Corps Summer Internship Program is all about helping students take action in environmental conservation and sustainability. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience while contributing to a better planet.
📅 Deadline: Apr. 1, 2025
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: Sabin Vaccine Institute Scholarship
The Sabin Vaccine Institute Scholarship is here to support students dedicated to public health, vaccine research, and disease prevention.
📅 Deadline: Mar. 1, 2025
👉🏾 Visit our Scholarships Page for more HBCU scholarships!
🌟 Upcoming Event: 2025 HBCU College & Career Fair
Looking to explore college opportunities or jumpstart your career? Don’t miss the 2025 HBCU College & Career Fair! This event will connect students with recruiters from top HBCUs and leading companies, all in one place.
🗓️ Date: Mar. 14, 2025
💰 Troy Duffie is Paving the Way for HBCU Students in Finance
Troy Duffie, an HBCU grad and Director of Financial Markets at Milken Institute, is on a mission to make finance more inclusive. Through the HBCU Strategic Initiative & Fellows Program, he’s creating more opportunities for HBCU students to break into top financial institutions.
🌟 Why it’s inspiring: Duffie is proving that representation matters, helping HBCU students access careers in an industry that needs more diversity.
🗣️ His advice: “Finance is for everyone—get in, get informed, and take up space!”
🏀 Tuskegee Shines at NBA HBCU Classic!
Tuskegee came out on top against Morehouse in a high-energy showdown at the NBA HBCU Classic during All-Star Weekend! With icons like MC Hammer and Spike Lee in the crowd, the game was a full-on celebration of HBCU excellence.
🏆 Highlight: A statement win for HBCU hoops on one of basketball’s biggest stages!
🗓️ Next Game: Stay tuned for more HBCU basketball action.
🎉 Networking Event: HBCU Virtual Networking Experience
The HBCU Virtual Networking Experience is here to connect you with recruiters and professionals from top companies. This is your chance to network and learn about exciting career opportunities!
🗓️ When: Feb. 21, 2025 | 📍 Where: Virtual
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As we wrap up this week’s edition, let's keep the momentum going! Black excellence continues to shine, and these stories remind us of the power of perseverance, creativity, and impact. From breaking barriers in music to making strides in education, fashion, and finance, we’re here to celebrate it all. Keep pushing, keep inspiring!
Catch you in the next edition,
Your HBCU Roundup Team ✌🏾
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