| ISSUE 17 | DECEMBER 5, 2018 |
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| News and Events for Multicultural Alumni and Friends |
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Save the date: April 24! | ![Vanessa Williams '85]() | Our Time Has Come Benefit Concert featuring Vanessa Williams April 24, 2019 New York Public Library’s Schomburg Center New York, New York Join fellow Orange alumni and friends for this musical experience, as alumna superstar actress-singer Vanessa Williams ’85 takes the stage. Ticket proceeds will benefit the Syracuse University Our Time Has Come Scholarships for black and Latino students. Stay tuned for details and ticket information. Interested in event sponsorship opportunities? Contact Arianne Dowdell G’96 at 315.350.7090 or . |
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| Enjoy these holiday celebrations of all things Syracuse. Mingle with fellow Orange alumni and friends, enjoy great food and drinks, and hear about upcoming club events. |
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| Atlanta Holiday Reception Wednesday, December 5, 2018 6–8 p.m. Davio’s Phipps Plaza 3500 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta, Georgia Washington and Baltimore Holiday Reception Thursday, December 6, 2018 6-9 p.m. Pinstripes Georgetown 1064 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, D.C. |
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| Only 20% of qualified Our Time Has Come Scholarship applicants are awarded a scholarship. But if 4,000 alumni and friends come together, by 2020 we can increase the scholarships awarded from 50 to 100! Let’s grow our ability to empower future generations of diverse students. |
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| Our Time Has Come Scholars traveled to New York City for a career immersion at global media company Turner. Hosted by Kristin Perez Bragg ’93, the day was filled with executive panels, studio tours, and informative sessions with speakers from across the entire Turner portfolio. Read about Bragg and student Blair Courtney McQueen ’20. Would you like to support our scholars by becoming a mentor? Fill out our application and let us know about your skills and expertise. For more information on hosting an OTHC Scholar immersion at your organization, contact Arianne Dowdell G’96 at 315.350.7090 or . |
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| | Syracuse University’s 34th annual MLK Celebration—the largest event of its kind in the country—will take place on Sunday, January 27, in the Carrier Dome. In an on-stage conversation, Trevor Noah will talk about his acclaimed memoir, “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood,” reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. King, and discuss the global impact of the civil rights movement. |
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| | News from Program Development |
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| | We have a new location! The Office of Program Development has moved to South Campus! Our new address is: 640 Skytop Road, 2nd Floor Syracuse, NY 13244-5160 |
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