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ASU Alums Robby and Khambrel

Scholarships

Here are the top scholarships that every Black woman should know about:

#1 - Beyoncé Formation Scholars Program: open to young women who plan to attend one of four participating colleges and major in creative arts, music, literature or African-American studies. Four scholarships will be awarded. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/beyonce-formation-scholars-pro…

#2 - NBNA Scholarship Program For Black Nurses: offers 14 scholarships each year to students pursuing a career in nursing who are members of the National Black Nurses Association, Inc. The scholarships are based on merit and financial need. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/nbna-scholarship-program-for-b…

#3 - Women Techmakers Scholars Program (by Google): open to women who are studying computer science, computer engineering or a closely related technical field. Applicants must be currently enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/women-techmakers-scholars-prog…

#4 - Jeanette Rankin Women's Scholarship Fund For Low Income Women: awards scholarships every year to low-income women who are 35 years of age or older. Named after Jeannette Rankin, the first woman elected to Congress, the fund has awarded over $1.8 million in scholarships to over 700 women since 1978. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/jeanette-rankin-womens-scholar…

#5 - Girls Inc. National Scholars Program: offers scholarships to female high school seniors graduating from affiliate high schools located throughout the U.S. and Canada. Candidates must be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada.. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/girls-inc-national-scholars.ht…

#6 - National Hook-up of Black Women Scholarships: available to graduating high school seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited college or university in the fall after graduation. Two different scholarships are available. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/national-hook-up-of-black-wome…

#7 - AWG Minority Scholarship Program For Women: encourages young minority women to pursue courses of education and careers in the field of geosciences. The program, not only provides financial aid to assist with tuition and book, but also matches students with mentors who can offer guidance and support. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/…/awg-minority-scholarship.html

#8 - Rihanna's Global Scholarship Program: applicants must be citizens or natives of the following countries: Brazil, Barbados, Cuba, Haiti, Grenada, Guyana, or Jamaica. They also must have already been accepted into an accredited four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/rihanna-clara-lionel-foundatio…

#9 - NANBPWC Scholarships For African American Females: offers four different scholarships for outstanding females of African American descent. Each scholarship is merit based and requires completion of an essay. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/nanbpwc-scholarships-for-afric…

#10 - HBO Writing and Directing Fellowships For Minorities and Women: open to writers and directors 21 and older. Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. Candidates for writing fellowships may apply online by sending a resume, a writing sample, a completed release form and a personal essay in 500 words or less explaining what has influenced their storytelling. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/hbo-writing-and-directing-fell…

And here's one more:

#11 - Carole Simpson Scholarship: established to help minority students overcome obstacles in their career path in electronic journalism. The scholarship is open to college students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors and are pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism. To apply, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org/…/carole-simpson-scholarship.html

To view hundreds of other 2018-2019 scholarships, visit www.scholarshipsonline.org

April 4th a Conversation with Rev. William A. Lawson - 50th Anniversary of the Assassination of the Rev Dr. Martin Luther King

UH College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences and the African American Studies Program invite you to a conversation with Rev. William A. Lawson. Date: Wednesday, April 4, 2018 Time: Reception: 5:15 p.m. | Program: 5:55 - 7:30 p.m. Place: UH A.D. Bruce Religion Center, 3841 Cullen Blvd., Houston, TX 77204

Racial Healing Speaker April 12th Unity of Church of Christianity Houston -Author "Undecover in the Alt-Right"

Summer Camps University of Houston-CompuCamp, Writing, Engineering, Business, Bridge

https://www.bauer.uh.edu/ undergraduate/prospective- students/high-school/summer- camps.php Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12. http://www.uh.edu/nsm/scholar- enrichment/bridge-program/ CURRENT HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY https://www.uhd.edu/academics/ continuing-education/applied- business-technology-center/ kids/pages/kids-index.aspx These camps charge a fee. Feel free to share this with your friends and family.

Missouri City HAS JOB OPENINGS and Bid Opportunities

http://www.missouricitytx.gov/ Main page very interesting info... Jobs

Mayor is seeking volunteers for Family Day in the Park April 14th - Won't you help?

SAVE THE DATE! SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2018 2 – 6 p.m. Sylvester Turner Park 2800 W Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77091 Mayor Sylvester Turner asking for your assistance on Saturday, April 14, 2018 to celebrate our communities and families! To help put Houston’s best foot forward, we need you to volunteer and spread the word to your friends, family members, churches, and/or organizations to make this a fun and easygoing celebration. Assignments can include assisting as festival greeters or tending any of the many booths that make up the festival’s infrastructure. In return for your time, volunteers will be treated to world-class entertainment, free parking, prize drawings, great refreshments, and more. We hope to see you on April 14th! To become involved this year please visit: http://www.houstontx.gov/specialevents/familydayinthepark.html or call: MELISSA TATUM @ 832-393-0863

Helpful Videos Learning to Drive

Are you or your teen/young adult learning to drive? We shared these videos with my son when he was learning to drive and he found them very useful! Just sharing... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTVCR3J2E6E https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdNWP6tmJHw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StagT9CLCcY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_nQhHS6jjk

Fantastic Learning Opportunities at Discover U

https://www.discoverus.org

Hire Houston Youth - DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 30th

The application will close March 30. However, keep an eye on our website, as additional opportunities and supports will appear when available throughout the year. https://twitter.com/HireHOUYouth/status/975754487028645888 Instagram – hireHOUyouth https://www.facebook.com/HoustonMOEducation/ Please share this information with others. Program Hire Houston Youth offers youth ages 16 to 24 internship and job opportunities at public and private employers throughout the Houston area, including positions at the City of Houston. All positions offer at least 7 weeks of employment, and youth are compensated at least $8.00 an hour. Most opportunities begin June 11, 2018 and end August 3, 2018. The application is open now until March 16 and can be accessed online at www.hirehoustonyouth.org. Open Hiring Events Hire Houston Youth, in partnership with the McDonald’s Owners/Operators Association of Greater Houston, hosts various hiring events open to all youth ages 16 and up. These events are open to the public and do not require applicants to pre-register or be pre-screened. Many of these events include employers who can hire on the spot! Please note that although these programs are both under Hire Houston Youth, they have a separate application process and different employment opportunities. If a youth applies to an opportunity online, they do not need to come to the hiring events for that application process, and vice versa. We request your assistance in getting the word out about these opportunities to your constituents. Please see the attached fliers for your use. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Emma Oliver at emma.oliver@houstontx.gov or Velma Laws at velma.laws@houstontx.gov.

Texas Scholarships

Easy Scholarships for Texas Students Open to high school & college students. Find scholarships based on your major, interests, location, religion, and more! COLLEGES.NICHE.COM

Radio Broadcast about South Central Sportz and Port City Links Health, Education, Science Fair and Carnival

https://www.facebook.com/SynergyRadioNetwork/videos/1799742943395518/?t=0

Port City Links Health Education Science Fair and Carnival Updated Flier

Port City Links Health, Education, Science Fair and Carnival March 24th Sunnyside Park at South Central Sportz Baseball Opening Day! Free and Open to the Public

HISD School Board Member Wanda Adams Requests PROM DRESSES FOR HISD HOMELESS DEPT.

Phillis Wheatley Needs Resources--Small Donations can help! Read MORE from Dr. Paul Joseph

Phillis Wheatley students need resources - small donations can make a big difference -- JUST CALLED Wheatley in response to some of your questions from the earlier post. Ms. Montgomery is so appreciative of those who have contacted her! The most urgent need is the movie tickets, $20 gift cards and things of this nature to get the students to be incentivized to come to school daily. SEE More below. Address to mail donations: Ms. Yvette Montgomery Wrap Around Program Wheatley High School 4801 Providence Houston, TX 77020 this note is from Dr. Paul Joseph...joalcompany@gmail.com mention you saw it on the efamily blog "they need your assistance in getting the long awaited PWHS Success Center ready for our scholars who are having difficulties focusing on educational​ achievements due to​ ​​various reasons​; ​poor attendance, behavior issues, mental health, nutrition, family dysfunction, finances, etc. The school is addressing ​student ​needs by providing professional services more effectively through the ​new ​Success Center. Ms. Montgomery, the new Wrap Around Specialist has requested our assistance in providing ​students ​essential items to encourage improve​ment in​ school participation using incentives ​such as ​rewarding gift cards, reinstituting wildcat bucks as well as having on hand snacks and personal hygiene items ​students ​may not have ​access to ​at times. Ms. Montgomery would like to stock ​for student distribution ​in the center by the end of spring break when students return​.​ ​T​he following items can be picked up at the 99cent, Dollar, Sam'​s and ​Walmart stores​at very low prices​: Food: Chips, bottle water, sandwich crackers, fruit snack/juice, cup of soup Essentials: Sock​s​, underwear/panties/briefs, toothbrushes/paste, belts, deodorant, hair brushes/combs, hand sanitizer, clorox wipes, new coats/jackets Gift Cards: $10-25.00 Walmart, Apple, AMC theaters, McDonald's, Whataburger, Pappadeaux, Olive Garden Please let me know what items you would like to pick up and donate to the school. For example when I go to the 99cent store I'll pick up 25 pairs of socks ($25.00) and 25 tooth brushes ($25.00) ​.​This is only a suggestion, anything you can donate will be helpful and appreciated.​ Ma​ke plans at your convenience to visit the Success Center for a personal tour. You can coordinate with me or contact Ms. Montgomery direct at ​E-mail:​ ​lmontgo5@houstonisd.org Telephone: ​ ​713 815 1009 Thanks in advance for ​your ​assistance. ​Peace and Blessings Always!​ Dr. Paul Joseph my friend and fellow Wheatley Alum

IT INTERNSHIP AT WALGREENS

Are you currently seeking an internship in IT or Computer/Software Engineering for this summer 2018? If so, Walgreens may have the position for you! Qualifications for the IT internship Currently a Junior, with 2 semesters remaining upon internship start date (June 2018) Good communication skills Experience collaborating with teams Microsoft Office proficiency Proficient in 2 or more programming languages If you have a passion for IT, and Retail, and want to be a part of the first IT internship program at Walgreens, please visit our website to learn more and to apply! Qualifications for the Computer/Software Engineering Internship Currently a Sophomore, Junior or Senior (must be going directly into grad school after) Good communication skills Experience collaborating with teams Microsoft Office proficiency Proficient in 1 or more programming languages If you have a passion for Computer Engineering, and Retail, and want to be a part of the first Computer/Software Engineering internship program at Walgreens, please visit our website to learn more and to apply! https://jobs.walgreens.com/job/deerfield/corporate-computer-software-engineer-internship/1242/7366988

YOU MUST RSVP -- INAUGURATION FOR PRESIDENT RUTH SIMMONS Prarie View A&M University April 20

Please go to www.pvamu.edu/inauguration for details of the April 20th Inauguration of Ruth J. Simmons.

Telluride Association Program - Full Tuition Summer Program for High School Students

https://www.sce.cornell.edu/ss/courses/on/telluride.php

Scholarship Open! Seniors apply!

STEM Summer Camps at U of H Grades 5-8

UHsecondary Attention All Parents of Students entering Grades 5-8 in Fall 2018 The Statoil Summer STEM Camp is accepting campers for this summer’s excellent line up of STEM camps! Don’t let summer brain drain impact your child. The Statoil STEM camps are sure to cultivate your child’s interests in Science, Technology,Engineering and Math (STEM)! Studies show creativity is in decline among U.S. children, with culprits including an emphasis on high-stakes testing and rote learning, over-scheduling in extra-curricular activities and increasing amounts of time parked in front of a screen. A summer of learning and exploration awaits your child at the Statoil Summer STEM Camp. The Statoil STEM Camp, hosted by the University of Houston’s teachHOUSTON program, will capture your child’s imagination as well as develop their STEM skills as campers build working apps for a smartphone, explore crime scene investigations, design robots to compete in challenges, discover the wonderful realm of numbers, and much, much more. With activities created by professional math and science educators, your child will be eager to explore real-world STEM topics. This summer’s themed camp offerings (all located on the UH campus): June 11 – June 15 June 18 – June 22 June 25 – June 29 July 9 – July 13 Numbers Ninja 1 or Robotics or Crime Scene Investigators Numbers Ninja 2 or Crime Scene Investigators or Robotics Numbers Ninja 1 or App Inventors or Crime Scene Investigators Numbers Ninja 2 or App Inventors or Raspberry Pi For comprehensive descriptions of all STEM camps offered this summer as well as directions for how to register, please visit our website: http://teachhouston.uh.edu/summer-camps If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the Statoil STEM camp directors at:stemcamp@central.uh.edu or call 713-743-4969

Support TSU Scholarships for Students ($50 raffle)

World Youth Foundation Spring Break Camp - alternative camp for teens

https://www.worldyouthfoundation.org/

City Council Member Larry Green Services

Hire Houston Youth Deadline March 16

Program Hire Houston Youth offers youth ages 16 to 24 internship and job opportunities at public and private employers throughout the Houston area, including positions at the City of Houston. All positions offer at least 7 weeks of employment, and youth are compensated at least $8.00 an hour. Most opportunities begin June 11, 2018 and end August 3, 2018. The application is open now until March 16 and can be accessed online at www.hirehoustonyouth.org. Open Hiring Events Hire Houston Youth, in partnership with the McDonald’s Owners/Operators Association of Greater Houston, hosts various hiring events open to all youth ages 16 and up. These events are open to the public and do not require applicants to pre-register or be pre-screened. Many of these events include employers who can hire on the spot! Please note that although these programs are both under Hire Houston Youth, they have a separate application process and different employment opportunities. If a youth applies to an opportunity online, they do not need to come to the hiring events for that application process, and vice versa. We request your assistance in getting the word out about these opportunities If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Emma Oliver at emma.oliver@houstontx.gov or Velma Laws at velma.laws@houstontx.gov.

NW Houston Women's Conference

Join us for the LSC-North Harris 2018 Women’s Conference 21st Century Women: Empowered to Make a Difference The Lone Star College-North Harris Women's Conference is dedicated to currently enrolled LSC-North Harris, LSC-Greenspoint Center and LSC-Victory Center female students to inspire them to reach new levels of academic achievement, self-sufficiency, and personal development. FREE ADMISSION! Light breakfast and lunch provided. Take advantage of this great opportunity to explore ways to learn how to communicate in any profession, making better grades, save money, and much more. The conference is about the power of women encouraging and empowering other women to meet their life goals. Lone Star College-North Harris Student Services Building - Conference Center Friday, March 9, 2018 8:30a.m. — 2 p.m. Registration is open to all currently enrolled, female LSC-North Harris, LSC-Greenspoint Center and LSC-Victory Center female students. Have questions about LSC-North Harris Women's Conference 2018? Contact Lone Star College North Harris Lone Star College-North Harris 2700 West W Thorne Drive Houston, TX 77073 Friday, March 9, 2018 from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)

JOBS at the RODEO

Please spread the word and forward to pertinent distribution lists. The Rodeo has parking lot jobs beginning Friday, March 9th and ending Sunday, March 18th. Workers are paid $8 per hour. Applicants must be 18 years or older. ALL responsible (must show up on time) and capable (must be able to stand for long periods of time) persons will be hired. For more information and documents, please direct interested persons to me, LaTricia Williams at818.660.5424

Martha's Vineyard rental - Efamily member Pam Everhart...

Looking for a 2018 Martha’s Vineyard Summer Rental? Then please check out photos of our home on HomeAway https://t.hmwy.io/WhKm13TmZK, property #3001615. Our home has all the amenities you need to enjoy your time on Martha’s Vineyard. It’s a two-story home with five bedrooms (including an in-law apartment), four and a half bathrooms, central A/C, well-equipped kitchen with granite counter-tops, hardwood floors, dining room, living room with fireplace, a large front porch and two decks. Sleeps 10 and perfect for gathering family and friends. It’s located in a nice secluded area; yet minutes away from Circuit Ave and the both ferry locations. A few 2018 summer weeks are still available...however going fast. So let me know. July 15-22 and July 29 - August 5 are still available as well as all of June and September, if you’d like a quiet late summer rental. You can reach me via cell/text at 508-361-7414 or email at pamelaeverhart42@gmail.com.

Faith Fortified 3 Doctors in Dallas - Excellent and Inspiring Article

https://www.northtexasumc.org/2018/02/faith-fortified-three-black-doctors-as-they-broke-racial-barriers/#comment-248

Public Invited PV invites Phylicia Rasha thanks efamily member PV Student Gwen McAfee for sharing!

GET ON THE BUS! African-American Historic Sites Tour: SUNDAY, JUNE 24, 2018- WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 2018 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS COST: $450 PER PERSON/ DOUBLE OCCUPANCY (ADULTS ONLY) PRIMARY STOPS: *Oak Alley Plantation in Grammercy, La. Montgomery, Alabama: * The New Legacy Museum & National Memorial for Peace and Justice *Selma Interpretive Center *Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church *Edmond Pettus Bridge Additional Stops: *Golden Nugget Casino, Biloxi, MS. * Gulfport Premium Outlet. Gulfport, MS. WEEKLY INSTALLMENTS ACCEPTED: CHECK, MONEY ORDER, PAYPAL OR CREDIT CARD-* (FEES APPLY) FINAL PAYMENT DUE ON MAY 23 NO REFUNDS AFTER THIS DATE! TRAVEL INSURANCE AVAILABLE Contact Debra Blacklock-Sloan: (713) 491-0971or dbsloantouringtexans@gmail.com

FEMA TOWN HALL with RED CROSS and other Experts from Washington DC hosted by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee

TSU Maritime Scholarship

TSU Summer Maritime Academy for Rising High School Sophomores through Seniors and the TSU Maritime Scholarship - up to $6K available per year for qualified students majoring in Maritime Transportation Management and Security at TSU. Details and the application can be found at http://transportation.tsu.edu. The deadline for both applications is April 13, 2018.

YWCA Teen Leadership Program

Youth Empowerment Summit - REGISTER TODAY!!! SAT MARCH 3

We need teens that plan to attend to register today and also share the registration link with others https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-plays-money-moves-2018-youth-empowerment-summit-tickets-43111384311?ref=estw

Inspiring Article Prairie View A&M President Ruth Simmons inspires at alma mater Wheatley High

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/article/Prairie-View-A-M-President-Ruth-Simmons-inspires-12714952.php?t=da686e11c3&utm_campaign=email-premium&utm_source=CMS%20Sharing%20Button&utm_medium=social

NYU Summer Programs in Robotics for High School Students and more!

NYU Summer Programs For High School Students.pdf https://succeed.naviance.com/download.php?id=UGcrQTlKRDRWR0ZDMkJTQWp3bkxsQT09

Diversity Conferences

Conference Date Location Cost Website Women in Leadership Symposium 1-Mar Houston $129 http://txdc.org/events/women-in-leadership-symposium/2018-women-in-leadership-symposium/gulf-coast/ Women Veterans Empowerment Expo 3-Mar Houston (UHD Campus) Free https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-veterans-empowerment-expo-beyond-the-uniform-registration-29468752833?aff=es2 Hispanic Women's Leadership 15-Mar Houston $100 https://www.houstonhispanicchamber.com/womens-leadership-conference-and-business-expo.html NAWMBA--Rise and Stand UP 20-Mar Houston $25 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nawmba-houston-2018-annual-meeting-rise-and-stand-up-tickets-42927884458 Texas Diversity & Leadership April 11-13 Dallas $349 and up http://www.texasdiversityconference.com/2018/registration-individual.php Houston Diversity Summit 4-May Suger Land $85. $25 students http://go.acap-usa.org/register/regform2018_ds.asp 2018 Veterans Summit 24-May San Antonio $30.00 http://go.acap-usa.org/register/regform2018_ds.asp