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in addressing workforce development challenges focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Impacted by her own experiences of discrimination, through her work, San sets out to prove a single opportunity can lead to immense change in one’s life. San cultivated her entrepreneurial spirit within the halls of Spelman College over 50 years ago and now supports current
Church in Greenville, SC. With one of her main goals being to empower women, Aventer is crafting space for authentic reflection, and showcasing her own vulnerability in the process. From starring on the OWN network to her hosting a hit podcast, Aventer is meeting people where they are and remaining humble through it all. We’re not done yet, this issue also spotlights several others who are making waves, some of whom you can “tune in’’ to witness their magic. Morehouse graduate, Geoff Bennett, co-anchor of the PBS NewsHour, is making history as the first HBCU graduate to serve in the role as a national nightly news anchor. Bennett details
why he chose Morehouse and how he made his time there count. From fostering his interest in journalism to mentoring the youth, you’ll want to read how he is using the lessons he learned at Morehouse to support current students. Moving over to Hollywood, we also have an article on Fly Girl-turned notable acting coach, Jossie Harris. From “In Living Color” to dancing with musical icons such as Mary J Blige and Michael Jackson, you don’t want to miss Jossie’s story and her mission to get more Black students, specifically HBCU students, in front of the camera. Finally, we are spotlighting several incredible women in this issue, including accomplished attorney and
Dillard University’s youngest elected Board of Trustees member, Chelsea Bosely - who is working to support HBCU students interested in careers in the legal field. As you can see, this issue is filled with numerous efforts of paying it forward, a familiar and longstanding concept within the HBCU community. From individuals to programming, demonstrations of giving back with the hopes of supporting others is more than apparent. It is clear, collectively, our goal is to create opportunities for others within our community to grow and thrive. There’s no doubt that each story will be an inspiring one, so get ready and enjoy this issue of HBCU Times!
Spelmanites on their journeys to success.
Now, while she can preach a word, our next feature is not your typical first lady of the church. Florida A&M University alumna, Aventer Gray, went from loving to dance, to finding ministry through movement and co-pastoring alongside her husband at Love Story
HBCU Times Winter 2024 Issue Correction: The article entitled “Spelman College: Building On A Legacy of Excellence” was written by Keith Harriston.
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