Workshop Title: Financing Your HBCU Education
Target Audience: Students & Parents
Overview: Explore scholarships, grants, and loan opportunities available to HBCU students. Financial aid officers will guide families through the FAFSA process and share tips on securing additional funding.
Workshop Title: STEM at HBCUs: Pioneers of Innovation
Target Audience: Students interested in STEM fields
Overview: Learn about the cutting-edge STEM programs at HBCUs and hear from alumni who have excelled in engineering, healthcare, and tech fields.
Workshop Title: Maximizing Your High School Experience to Prepare for HBCU Success
Target Audience: Current 8th, 9th, and 10th grade students families
Overview: Focus on building a strong resume, securing leadership roles, and selecting classes that align with future goals at an HBCU.
Workshop Title: HBCU Campus Life: Beyond the Classroom
Target Audience: Students and Parents
Overview: Discover how HBCUs foster strong networks of alumni, faculty, and professionals who provide mentorship and career guidance.
Workshop Title: Athletic Scholarships and HBCU Sports Programs
Target Audience: Student Athletes and Families
Overview: Overview of athletic programs, scholarships, and opportunities at HBCUs, focusing on how sports can help shape a student's college experience and career.
Workshop Title: Careers in Congress
Target Audience: Student and Families
Overview: Join the House Office of Talent and Development, with the Chief Administrative Officer under the U.S. House of Representatives for a presentation about the ins and outs of career opportunities with the U.S. House of Representatives. We will give an overview of the different career avenues available with Congress as well as resources we have to support jobseekers looking to land on the hill and a Q&A opportunity.
Workshop Title: Navigating the Application Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
Overview: Admissions officers will provide a comprehensive guide to applying to HBCUs, including important deadlines, essay writing tips, and how to stand out as an applicant.
Workshop Title: Exploring Historically Black Sororities and Fraternities
Overview: Learn about the history and impact of Black Greek letter organizations (BGLOs) at HBCUs and their role in service, leadership, and lifelong bonds