I entered STEM knowing that I would be working as a minority in the field. I was prepared for it. Nonetheless, when I stumbled upon an organization called the National Society of Black Engineers, it became obvious that my professional …
Become a member of the preeminent organization for Black farmers in the United States, the National Black Farmers Association! NBFA was founded in 1995 by John Boyd, Jr, a fourth-generation Black farmer who has grappled consistently with the U.S. Department …
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The Black Law Students Association at the UConn School of Law has been named a National Chapter of the Year for 2021, recognizing the events and community service its members carried out in a time upended by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Looking for a way to network with Black filmmakers from across the country and around the globe? The Black Film Allegiance profiles cinematographers, costume designers, directors, screenwriters, and many other professionals within filmmaking. Additionally, the Black Film Allegiance notifies the …
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Back in 1914, a young Alan Thacker Busby enrolled at UConn – then called the Connecticut Agricultural College – to pursue a degree in animal science. He would go on to be the only student of color in his graduating …
What do Kamala Harris and Phylicia Rashad have in common? They are a part of the Divine Nine;’ Historically Black sororities and fraternities that make up the Pan-Hellenic council incorporation in the twentieth century. These sororities and fraternities include: ‘Alpha …
It is never too early to start thinking about ways to get closer to your career goals through summer programs. Summer programs are typically designed to focus on a specific industry and provide an opportunity to network while expanding your …
Affinity groups are critical resources for networking, training, and—most importantly—creating community within law firms. For many lawyers, these groups can have a significant impact on their professional growth and personal satisfaction. In this post, Gibson Dunn lawyers Michelle M. Gourley, …
College to Congress (C2C) is a nonprofit organization that creates pathways for students to intern in Congress who could not otherwise afford to do so.
From a very young age, almost all children dream of what they want to be when they grow up; from teachers to astronauts or zookeepers to firefighters the possibilities and interests are endless! Some children go on to pursue those …
