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Cutting-edge curriculum: How to fight underrepresentation in computer science
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Cutting-edge curriculum: How to fight underrepresentation in computer science

by d-mars.com News Provider These days, computer science is important. Really important. Nearly every part of our lives is influenced by computers. So, why is diversity in this field still so hard to find? The problem starts early. According to the College Board, in spite of comprising 15% of the American high school student body,…

Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces HPD Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner as New Chief of Police
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces HPD Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner as New Chief of Police

Mayor Sylvester Turner recently announced the appointment of Houston native and 31-year Houston Police Department veteran, Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner, as the City of Houston’s next Police Chief. Chief Finner began his career with the Houston Police Department in 1990 and has worked in every aspect of the department, serving the citizens of Houston…

Pay Our Interns: Pay and Racial Disparities are Still Rampant in Congressional Internships
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Pay Our Interns: Pay and Racial Disparities are Still Rampant in Congressional Internships

Today, Pay Our Interns, a non-profit committed to ensuring all people—especially people of color and of low-income backgrounds—have equitable access to professional career paths, released its latest report which reveals unequal economic and racial representation continues among paid Congressional interns, with 76% of interns being white. Who Congress Pays: Analysis of Lawmakers’ Use of Intern Allowances…

Golden Globe Winner Idris Elba Signs Multi-Book Deal With HarperCollins Children’s Books
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Golden Globe Winner Idris Elba Signs Multi-Book Deal With HarperCollins Children’s Books

Iconic and multi-award-winning actor, musician, filmmaker, and activist Idris Elba has signed a global multi-book deal with HarperCollins to publish a range of children’s books launching in 2022. In a major UK/US co-publication deal, world rights were acquired by Ann-Janine Murtagh, Executive Publisher, HCCB UK, and Suzanne Murphy, President and Publisher, HCCB US, from Crystal Mahey-Morgan at OWN IT! Entertainment Ltd….

Dove Men+Care Celebrates Black Men On and Off the Court with March Madness® Off Court Champs Campaign
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Dove Men+Care Celebrates Black Men On and Off the Court with March Madness® Off Court Champs Campaign

According to new research from Dove Men+Care, when shown an image of a Black man, white men are most likely to describe him as an athlete over any other profession.1 That is why this March Madness®, as a continuation of the Commit to C.A.R.E. Now initiative, Dove Men+Care is spotlighting the multidimensional stories of former…

5 key money moves to consider when transitioning out of the military
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5 key money moves to consider when transitioning out of the military

by d-mars.com News Provider Each year, approximately 200,000 men and women transition from the U.S. military to civilian life.1 It can be a dramatic life change with financial implications that many people don’t realize or plan for. Much attention is given to accessing healthcare, transitioning careers and pursuing educational opportunities, but the adjustments to your…

Don’t Be a Fool This April 1: Celebrate ‘4/01(k) Day’ Instead
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Don’t Be a Fool This April 1: Celebrate ‘4/01(k) Day’ Instead

by d-mars.com News Provider April Fool’s Day is just around the corner. Even in today’s socially-distanced environment, people are sure to attempt a few pranks to mark the day. As in normal years, the majority will be silly, some will be hilarious, while others will fall flat. This year, try something different and celebrate 4/01(k)…

National Dental Association Foundation And Colgate-Palmolive Establish “Audacity To Dream” Scholarship Program To Encourage And Assist African American Dental Students
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National Dental Association Foundation And Colgate-Palmolive Establish “Audacity To Dream” Scholarship Program To Encourage And Assist African American Dental Students

In a continuing commitment to address racial disparities in oral health, the National Dental Association Foundation (NDAF) and Colgate-Palmolive Company announce the creation of the “Audacity to Dream” scholarship program for African Americans pursuing careers in dentistry. Students currently enrolled in dental school and demonstrating success in areas such as leadership, community service, and research…

The Entertainment Software Association Announces $1 Million Initiative To Support Black Girls CODE Through Its Philanthropic Foundation
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The Entertainment Software Association Announces $1 Million Initiative To Support Black Girls CODE Through Its Philanthropic Foundation

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced a $1 million, multi-year initiative with its philanthropic arm, the ESA Foundation, and Black Girls CODE (BGC) to support educational and mentoring programs for girls and young women interested in technology. The initiative boosts BGC’s mission of teaching coding and technology skills to one million girls and young…

U.S. Bank Launches New Approach to Build Wealth and Create Access for Diverse Communities
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U.S. Bank Launches New Approach to Build Wealth and Create Access for Diverse Communities

By NNPA U.S. Bank recently announced details of its U.S. Bank Access Commitment, a long-term approach bringing the strengths of U.S. Bancorp Community Development Corporation (USBCDC), corporate social responsibility and its business lines, to help build wealth while redefining how the bank serves diverse communities and provides more opportunities for diverse employees. Access Commitment will…

The Executive Leadership Council Increases Educational Scholarships To $1 Million Dollars In Support Of Black College Students
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The Executive Leadership Council Increases Educational Scholarships To $1 Million Dollars In Support Of Black College Students

The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the pre-eminent membership organization committed to increasing the number of global Black executives in C-suites, on corporate boards and in global enterprises, will offer $1 million in scholarships for Black undergraduate students in 2021, for which scholarship applications are now being accepted. Through the generous support of 15 corporate partners, The ELC…

6 Ways to Tell If You Have Enough Life Insurance
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6 Ways to Tell If You Have Enough Life Insurance

by d-mars.com News Provider If we’ve learned anything from 2020, it’s that life can be unpredictable. Having sufficient life insurance can provide financial stability and security to loved ones during times of uncertainty. Forty-one million Americans say they need life insurance but don’t have it, according to LIMRA’s 2020 Insurance Barometer Study. Others are insured…

The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative Application Deadline Extended to March 1
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The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative Application Deadline Extended to March 1

The HBCU Week Foundation has extended the application deadline for the Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI), a $40,000 four-year scholarship award, to March 1, 2021. FOSSI is a program providing scholarships and professional development opportunities for students interested in pursuing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) majors at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The initiative, announced…

How one company lifts the burden of college debt
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How one company lifts the burden of college debt

by d-mars.com News Provider Higher education has become synonymous with debt. The Federal Reserve reported more than $1.7 trillion in outstanding student loans as of Q4 2020 while nearly $120 billion in student loans were in default, according to Statista. Whether you’re fresh out of high school or returning as an adult student, nobody wants…

Spotlight on scholarship opportunities for African American students during Black History Month
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Spotlight on scholarship opportunities for African American students during Black History Month

Fastweb (www.fastweb.com), the leading website for scholarship and financial aid information and a member of the Monster network, celebrates the achievements of African Americans throughout history during Black History Month with a spotlight on scholarship opportunities available for today’s students. In Fastweb’s new resource – Scholarships for African American Students – students can view a comprehensive list…

Biden Administration to Appoint Kristen Clarke to Key Civil Rights Post

Biden Administration to Appoint Kristen Clarke to Key Civil Rights Post

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Kristen Clarke, the president of the Lawyer’s Committee Civil Rights Under Law, will serve as assistant attorney general for civil rights under the new Biden Administration. Clarke’s appointment adds even more diversity to an incoming administration that has kept its campaign promise to ensure that top…

Study: Most Americans Say They’re Optimistic About a Brighter Financial Future in 2021
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Study: Most Americans Say They’re Optimistic About a Brighter Financial Future in 2021

By d-mars.com News Provider  As we enter 2021, here’s one more essential item to put on your list in addition to canned goods and masks: a financial checkup. According to Fidelity Investments’ 2021 New Year Financial Resolutions Study, more than two-thirds of Americans experienced financial setbacks in 2020, often from the loss of a job…