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Sean Combs to Deliver Howard University’s 146th Commencement Address

Entrepreneur, philanthropist and entertainment mogul Sean Combs will deliver the 146th Commencement address at Howard University on Saturday, May 10, 2014, Interim President Wayne A.I. Frederick announced on April 15th, 2014. The University will award degrees to more than 1800 students. Sean Combs was a student at Howard University in the late 1980s. He will receive an […]

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3 Factors College Bound High School Students Must Overcome

Selecting an HBCU / Ruby Grace

College is a great opportunity for young adults wanting to find their place in life. It’s such a big deal that parents will leave no stone unturned to see their kids graduate from a good university. Even in dire economic times, education is still a top priority among families. With every kid leaving for college

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How to Survive Financial Aid – Tips for Grants, Work-study and Loans

College Planning / Garrick Gibson

Jameelah Ra’oof, a first generation college graduate and author learned through trial and error how to financially survive her college years. She has volunteered, interned, and worked every type of minimum wage job to put herself through college. Teaching herself how to manage money and minimize debt. With an unwillingness to give up on her

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