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Emily K Center Hosts Annual Bull City in Black Event
February 8 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
What: Bull City in Black: HBCU Showcase is a free annual event, hosted by Emily K Center’s Game Plan: College program. High school students and their families are invited to the Center to learn more about HBCUs and the college admissions process. This year, workshops will be offered covering topics such as FAFSA, preparation for standardized testing, scholarships, and more.
Who: HBCUs and community organizations will be tabling at the event, with several student groups performing and a keynote address from author Travis Richard. The event is open to all, however high school students and their families are strongly encouraged to attend. Register at emilyk.org/hbcu.
When: February 8, 2025, from 12:00-4:00 p.m.
Where: The Emily K Center (904 W. Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC, 27701)
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About Game Plan: College: Game Plan: College provides free information, advice and support designed to help high school students plan for and pursue their educational and career goals beyond high school. Through workshops, advising, and special events, students gain the knowledge and skills they need to identify their best postsecondary option.
About Emily K Center: The Emily Krzyzewski Center, a nonprofit organization in Durham, NC, implements four distinct programs designed to build on the academic, career, and leadership potential of students who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education. Collectively, the Center’s programs serve students from elementary school through college and amplifies its efforts through partnerships with the local school district, community-based organizations, and universities.