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TMCF Scholar Joshua Taylor finds joy in giving back after losing his grandparents

After losing his grandparents Anglia and Sylvester Taylor Sr., Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Scholar Joshua S. Taylor decided to transform this family tragedy into a family legacy. During his sophomore year at North Carolina A&T University, he gave birth to the idea of Taylor Legacy Builders Foundation to give back to the people and […]

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Medtronic, TMCF to host 2024 Immersion Program June 23-27

Freshmen and sophomore students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) will participate in the Medtronic | Thurgood Marshall College Fund Immersion Program June 23-27, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Scholars will embark on a three-day, all-inclusive immersive experience with Medtronic, the global leader delivering healthcare solutions for over 70+ disease states in 150+ countries. The program provides talented students

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TMCF Statement on HBCU Investments in the Biden Administration

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) expresses its appreciation for the historic investments and tremendous strides that the Biden Administration has made over the past three years as it relates to its support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). “The Biden Administration, unlike any other presidential administration before it, has broken barriers regarding being

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Thurgood Marshall College Fund added Denmark Technical College to its membership

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) has added Denmark Technical College (DTC) to its member schools, now totaling 54 institutions consisting of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), predominantly Black institutions (PBIs), and historically Black community colleges (HBCCs). DTC is the first of its kind among TMCF members.  “It is an honor to welcome Denmark Technical College to the Thurgood Marshall

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Dr. N. Joyce Payne presented with inaugural Dr. N. Joyce Payne Trailblazer Award at Thurgood Marshall College Fund board retreat; new board directors elected at spring meeting

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Board of Directors recently recognized its founding director at its board retreat. Dr. N. Joyce Payne, founder of TMCF, was presented with the inaugural Dr. N. Joyce Payne Trailblazer Award by board chairwoman Racquel Oden for her lifetime commitment to advancing education and empowering women. The award will be presented in her name to celebrate

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Setting The Pace: Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s The PITCH™ Heads to Atlanta, Georgia, Driving Education and Diversity in Entrepreneurship!

Atlanta, Georgia (April 30, 2024) – Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is thrilled to announce that their renowned business competition The PITCH™ will be hosted in Atlanta, Georgia, for 2024, under the theme “Setting The Pace.” Scheduled from May 18 to May 23, 2024, The PITCH™ will include 200 scholars from Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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Dr. N. Payne Center for Social Justice executive director to speak about research and development innovation

The Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice executive director will serve as a panelist on an Advanced Education Research and Development Fund (AERDF) webinar about the essential role of research and development (R&D) in propelling America’s future on May 2 at 11 a.m. EST. Dr. MC Brown II will join Roberto J. Rodriguez

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Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Honda partner to award scholarships to HBCU band students

Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Honda have partnered to provide need-based scholarships to band students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The $500,000 grant was announced today as part of Honda’s long standing commitment to supporting HBCU students. Up to $10,000 will be awarded to 41 students for the 2024-25 academic year to assist with costs associated with

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Aisha Brown listed as a Social Impact Woman to Watch in 2024

For several years during Women’s History Month, Nonprofit HR has proudly recognized women across North America who have made significant contributions to nonprofits, associations, foundations, social enterprises and the communities they serve. This year, they called on their expanded community to help identify and recognize outstanding women who accomplish the seemingly impossible against all odds.

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First-Generation Student Ariana Tutwiler’s Incredible Journey to Howard University

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) carries forth the legacy of Justice Thurgood Marshall strongly believing that where you are born should not determine who you become. Our member schools play a crucial role in shaping the future of our students – helping to break down barriers for those chasing what can often seem impossible. Determined

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