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The Propel Center and the Walt Disney Company Announce a New Collaboration Designed to Curate the Next Cohort of Storytellers and Innovators at HBCUs
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The Propel Center and the Walt Disney Company Announce a New Collaboration Designed to Curate the Next Cohort of Storytellers and Innovators at HBCUs

The Propel Center, a first-of-its-kind ideation hub for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), recently announced an exciting new collaboration with The Walt Disney Company designed to prepare promising young innovators for careers in the arts, media, entertainment, and hospitality industries. Revealed at the 2022 HBCU Philanthropy Symposium in D.C., the announcement detailed how Propel…

Comerica’s Irvin Ashford Jr. Named A Most Influential Black Executive in Corporate America Listing
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Comerica’s Irvin Ashford Jr. Named A Most Influential Black Executive in Corporate America Listing

For the second time in three years, Comerica Bank Chief Community Officer Irvin Ashford Jr. has been named as one of Savoy’s Most Influential Black Executives, a definitive listing of African American executives, influencers, and achievers impacting corporate America. “Weare proud to present the 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America. We assembled an…

TSU’s Award-Winning KTSU 90.9FM “The Choice” Celebrates 50 Years
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TSU’s Award-Winning KTSU 90.9FM “The Choice” Celebrates 50 Years

This year Texas Southern University’s (TSU) award-winning KTSU 90.9FM “The Choice” celebrates 50 years as a global radio platform that continues to leave its impactful footprint on and off the mic. KTSU recently kicked off the year-long celebration with its listeners and supporters, hosting their 50th Anniversary Backyard Party outside the KTSU station that was…

5 Black Service Members Shaping Contemporary Military History
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5 Black Service Members Shaping Contemporary Military History

Black Americans have served in the U.S. Armed Forces since the Revolutionary War, paving the way for Black service members today. “It is also important we foster an inclusive environment across the USO (United Service Organizations). One consistent finding of our service member surveys is the diverse population we serve feels welcome, supported, and included…

HBCUs, Industry Partners Launch Initiative to Diversify and Strengthen Cybersecurity Workforce
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HBCUs, Industry Partners Launch Initiative to Diversify and Strengthen Cybersecurity Workforce

To address the urgent cybersecurity talent needs in the U.S., Advancing Minorities’ Interest in Engineering (AMIE) announced a new collaboration to support cybersecurity education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Together with industry partners Abbott, Microsoft, and Raytheon Technologies, the HBCU Cybersecurity Industry Collaboration Initiative Pilot aims to build curriculum capacity within HBCU engineering…

Job Hunting Tips: The Importance of Upskilling in a Jobseekers’ Market
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Job Hunting Tips: The Importance of Upskilling in a Jobseekers’ Market

Are you looking for a job, but want more than a paycheck? Do you want to be able to learn, grow and thrive in your new position, but you’re not sure where to start? The top factor that makes for an exceptional work environment is access to opportunities to learn and grow, according to LinkedIn…

Jesse H. Jones School of Business Earns Reaffirmation of Accreditation
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Jesse H. Jones School of Business Earns Reaffirmation of Accreditation

The Jesse H. Jones School of Business at Texas Southern University has received renewed accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The organization’s peer-review team delivered a rigorous evaluation that included checking strategic management and innovation and the academic engagement of students and faculty. The AACSB accreditation for TSU’s business…

Biden-Harris Administration Announces the First Session of the White House Internship Program; Administration Will Pay Interns for the First Time in History
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces the First Session of the White House Internship Program; Administration Will Pay Interns for the First Time in History

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent President Biden and Vice President Harris have announced the launch of the White House Internship Program and that, for the first time in history, White House interns will be paid. The first session will commence in Fall 2022. “Too often, unpaid federal internships have been a…

New Survey: Road To Entrepreneurial Success May Not Be What You Expect
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New Survey: Road To Entrepreneurial Success May Not Be What You Expect

If you’ve dreamed of becoming an entrepreneur, you may think success is a straight road from one success to another until you’ve “made it.” But a recent survey reveals what small business owners have learned: Making mistakes is not the end of your entrepreneurial career. More likely, it provides the key to ultimate success. “Good…

Brothers & Brothers Utility Services LLC Provides Quality Work Across America
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Brothers & Brothers Utility Services LLC Provides Quality Work Across America

Brothers & Brothers Utility Services LLC (BBUS) is a recognizable and well-respected name across America in the electric and utility fields, delivering safe and quality work across America. With highly skilled and trained professionals, the company’s mission is to keep solidarity, integrity, and safety at the forefront of the utility industry. Under the vision of…

3 Tips for Getting the Most Return on Your College Degree
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3 Tips for Getting the Most Return on Your College Degree

With the rising cost of education, you might be thinking, is college really worth the investment? If you’re heading to college soon and trying to figure out what your ideal degree will net you, here are a few considerations to keep in mind. Research majors and corresponding career opportunities A recent study by the Federal…

Top 6 Resources To Help Pay for College
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Top 6 Resources To Help Pay for College

If your child is college-bound, you probably have questions – including how to pay for their higher education. What may surprise you is how many different sources you’ll draw from to cover tuition, room, and board – plus expenses like books, fees, travel, and more. A recent study revealed over a dozen funding sources parents…

Being Prepared for Life’s Milestones Means Planning Ahead With Insurance
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Being Prepared for Life’s Milestones Means Planning Ahead With Insurance

From weddings and graduations to summer camps and new jobs, there are many of life’s milestone moments this time of year. If you or your family are celebrating significant events, it’s important to be prepared for what follows these moments with the right financial protection. “Every major milestone brings new things to think about and…

Gilbert Andrew Garcia and Garcia Hamilton & Associates Donated A 2022 Toyota Corolla to Raul Yzaguirre School for Success High School Senior
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Gilbert Andrew Garcia and Garcia Hamilton & Associates Donated A 2022 Toyota Corolla to Raul Yzaguirre School for Success High School Senior

“What a thrill!!  Today my partner, Ruby Muñoz Dang and I, along with State Representative Christina Morales, had the pleasure to hand over the keys to a brand new 2022 Toyota Corolla to Rominna Meza, a Raul Yzaguirre School for Success senior.  What an incredible feeling to hear the thunderous cheers from the school’s senior…

TSU Celebrates Groundbreaking Partnerships at Inaugural President’s Tiger Ball
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TSU Celebrates Groundbreaking Partnerships at Inaugural President’s Tiger Ball

This month d-mars.com shines the spotlight on Texas Southern University’s Tiger Ball, the University’s largest fundraiser for student scholarships and programs. The sold-out event hosted at the George R. Brown Convention Center was presented by the TSU Foundation Board. This year’s theme was “Supporting Scholarships and Transformation at TSU.” Hundreds of TSU students excel in…

TSU celebrates groundbreaking partnerships at inaugural President’s Tiger Ball
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TSU celebrates groundbreaking partnerships at inaugural President’s Tiger Ball

(Houston) May 3, 2022 – Texas Southern University (TSU) hosted its inaugural President’s Tiger Ball at the George R. Brown Convention Center. This sold-out event, presented by the TSU Foundation Board, serves as TSU’s largest fundraiser for student scholarships and programs. “Texas Southern University’s partners have demonstrated a willingness and readiness to invest in the…

How IT Teams Can Make the Most of Networking – And Why It’s Important
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How IT Teams Can Make the Most of Networking – And Why It’s Important

If you’re an IT professional, you’ve probably experienced times when you feel isolated in your own information bubble. Your daily tasks, on top of your short- and long-term professional goals, are usually more than enough to demand your full attention. But if you haven’t had the opportunity to get outside of that bubble and network…

Mostyn Law & 1800TRUCKWRECK Award $15,000 Going to HeartBEAT of the Campus Winners
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Mostyn Law & 1800TRUCKWRECK Award $15,000 Going to HeartBEAT of the Campus Winners

Mostyn Law’s HeartBEAT of the Campus Awards has recognized fifteen Houston-area students for their successes on campus and in the community, providing each with a $1,000 check in support of their further studies. The students were feted at a special reception, hosted by Mostyn Law co-founder Amber Mostyn in the law firm’s Galleria-area offices. As…