Dr. Frederiksen discusses Fisk's recent increases in alumni giving, corporate outreach, and exposing institutional strengths.

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Jedidah Isler is the first African American woman to earn a doctorate in astrophysics from Yale University. She shares her perspective on the value of HBCUs and a primer for lay people on astrophysics.

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Norfolk State University alumna and Senior Scientist at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Division Sherket Peterson discusses her path to success in chemistry and research, and the rigor of STEM training which works so well for HBCU graduates.

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Florida Memorial University professor, historian and author Tameka Hobbs discusses two different HBCU narratives in the state surrounding commencement, and her new book "Democracy Abroad, Lynching at Home: Racial Violence in Florida."

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Florida A&M University alumna Keisha Boyd discusses her work on the new FOX drama series 'Shots Fired,' her path from Tallahassee to the competitive entertainment industry, and how student can effectively begin their career in publicity and public relations.

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Morgan State University Undergraduate Admissions Director Shonda Gray-Cain and Assistant Director Aaries Reed discuss the strategy behind attracting families and selling the HBCU experience to a diverse pool of potential students.

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We talk with Thurgood Marshall College Fund Senior Vice President Emily Dickens and Senior Strategic Communications Director Paris Dennard about 21st century advocacy for HBCUs, and the culture of building political alliances.

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Dr. Dubroy discusses the university's new innovation and entrepreneurship center, the opportunities and challenges of millennial leadership, and how to cultivate resources in the HBCU context.

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Virginia State University President Makola Abdullah discusses his vision for economic development in the campus community, the importance of branding in the digital age, and his take on the strengths of the HBCU sector.

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HBCU Collective Policy and Advocacy Chairman Dominique Warren joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming day of action on Capitol Hill, the increasing need for students and alumni to be involved in policy discussion, and the core issues legislators must address in support of HBCU and their constituents.
Find out more about the HBCU Day of Action at HBCUCollective.org

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