SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2024 11 AM - 12:30 PM BUS GROUPS 1 PM - 3:30 PM INDIVIDUALS
Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10031
Dear Friend,
Welcome to the New York Urban League (NYUL) 37th annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Fair. The HBCU Fair is presented in partnership with the Malcolm Bernard HBCU College Fair, Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, and the New York Urban League Young Professionals.
As is our tradition, this year’s HBCU Fair will offer students access to over 30 HBCU admissions representatives, alumni, and staff, along with college and scholarship resources. There will also be workshops and guest speakers focusing on helping students gain the knowledge and tools necessary for them to move to and through higher education.
For qualified seniors, several schools will offer on-site admissions, fee waivers, and scholarships. This unique opportunity allows students an opportunity to gain early admission to many highly competitive institutions. The HBCU Fair will conclude with an authentic HBCU Experience, which will include a panel composed of recent alumni discussing their college journey. We hope you will enjoy everything this day has to offer.
I especially thank Wells Fargo and Geico for their lead sponsorship; Audacy, our media sponsor, and Fidelis Care, Enterprise, and Amazon for their additional support. Thank you for supporting our efforts and investing in the lives of youth in our communities.
ARVA
RICE PRESIDENT & CEO
NEW YORK URBAN LEAGUE
HBCUFAIR HBCUFAIR
There are 99 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) serving approximately 300,000 students. These HBCUs are dedicated to providing a high-quality education for African-Americans and other students. In 1965, Title III of the Higher Education Act passed by Congress officially defined an HBCU as "an institution, accredited and established before 1964, whose principal mission was and is the education of black Americans." The first HBCU, Cheney University in Pennsylvania, was founded in 1837. HBCUs play a critical role in the American higher education system. These schools carry on legacies of service and influence and aim to educate future AfricanAmerican leaders. Today, HBCUs contribute greatly to the education of· black students in the United States - in fact, they educate nearly one-quarter of all African-American college graduates. Some advantages of attending an HBCU are the incredible support systems, networking opportunities and mentorship from leaders in the African-American community, and many times, lower tuition costs and better aid packages. If you think an HBCU might be a good option for your teen, consider the following:
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2. COMMUNITY
Many students who attend HBCUs think the community environment is a big asset. One in two students at HBCUs is the first in their family to attend college. The sense of belonging can be a comfort to students who have never lived away from home. If your student is interested in joining a fraternity or sorority, they are often a large part of the social life on HBCU campuses. Oftentimes, students attend HBCUs because family members from previous generations attended and loved the experience. There are also more African-American role models, campus leadership opportunities, and involvement than at other similar schools.
3. TRANSITIONING AND EXTRA ACADEMIC HELP
HBCUs often do a much better job of giving disadvantaged students the tutoring and extra help they need to graduate than larger, less specialized colleges. They offer remedial classes, writing centers to check essays and tutoring help. If you think your student will struggle meeting the grade, do not give up; make sure their school has a program in place to help and check the student-teacher ratio. The lower the ratio, the more attention your student will receive.
4. GRADUATION RATES
The average graduation rate at many HBCUs is higher than that of African Americans at predominantly white institutions. Half of African Americans who graduate from HBCUs go on to pursue advanced degrees.
For a list of HBCUs, visit the U.S. Department of Education website at www.ed.gov To find an up-to-date list of Historically Black Colleges and Universities ranked based on academics and other factors, visit US News Best Colleges Rankings for HBCUs.
Source: NYUL Parents Guide to College
Professional Development
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V E N D O R S
Largest Online Platform Matching Young Women from Diverse Backgrounds to EDUCATION, FINANCE, and CAREER opportunities.
College admissions advising, college application essay coaching
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STUDENT FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP WORKSHOP
PERFORMANCE ARTS THEATER
11:30AM - 12:15PM
Find out what you need to know about the changes to the 2024-2025 FAFSA!
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SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES
PRESENTER
ADRIENNE R. KING
STUDENT SERVICES
ADVISOR
BANK STREET COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
NYUL Whitney M. Young, Jr. Scholarship: www.nyul.org/wmy
The National Center for Fair and Open Testing: www.fairtest.org
Test Prep Services
Kaplan: www.kaptest.com/study/ Number 2: www.number2.com
ePrep: www.eprep.com
Collegiate Sports
NCAA Eligibility Center: web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/
ALABAMA A & M UNIVERSITY
BENEDICT COLLEGE
BOWIE STATE UNIVERSITY
CHEYNEY UNIVERSITY OF PENNYSYLVANIA
CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY
CLINTON COLLEGE
COPPIN STATE UNIVERSITY
DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY
DILLARD UNIVERSITY
ELIZABETH CITY STATE UNIVERSITY
FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
FISK UNIVERSITY
FLORIDA MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
HAMPTON UNIVERSITY
JOHNSON C SMITH UNIVERSITY
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE
337TH 7TH ANNUAL ANNUAL
HBCU FAIR HBCU FAIR
MILES COLLEGE
MOREHOUSE COLLEGE
MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY
NORTH CAROLINA A & T STATE UNIVERSITY
NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY
SHAW UNIVERSITY
SIMMONS COLLEGE OF KENTUCKY
TOUGALOO COLLEGE
TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE
VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
SCHOOLS IN ATTENDANCE
* LIST SUBJECT TO CHANGE
VOORHEES COLLEGE
WILBERFORCE UNIVERSITY
WILEY UNIVERSITY
XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA
PREPARE FOR THE FAIR
Be ready with questions to ask the college representatives that match your goals. Here are some sample questions:
What are your academic majors?
I am a senior and have my SAT/ACT scores, transcript, grade point average and completed application. Can you waive my application fee?
What scholarships are available?
What is the average financial aid package at your school?
What academic support services do you offer, such as tutoring?
What student activities (sports, clubs, band, organizations, radio/TV, newspaper, etc.) do you offer?
How many students are currently enrolled?
What is the demographic makeup?
How many students live on campus?
Do you assign faculty advisors?
How safe is your campus?
What partnerships do you have with employers for student internships and job opportunities?
How can I arrange a campus tour?
DJ JON QUICK
Superhero DJ Jon Quick is not only one of NYC’s most popular club DJs, but he is also the creator, cohost and music curator/mix master of The AfroFlava Radio Top Ten Afrobeat Countdown. He's also the newest member of NYC's newest Hip Hop & R&B station, 94.7 The Block, with two dope mix shows, "Gotham After Dark" every Friday at 12 midnight and "Saturday Nights with the Superhero" (a show where superhero comics/movie culture meets classic hip hop and R&B), also heard 12 midnight. Not only will he be heard in NYC, but he'll also be heard on an international scale, as 94.7 The Block is featured on the Audacy app.
Jon, who has spun for a “who’s who” of celebrity clientele, is an award-winning DJ whose mastery of the R&B, Hip Hop, Pop, House, Reggae, Soca, and Afrobeat genres has had him play at some of the most legendary venues not only in NYC but all over the nation. He also made history as part of the US Open's HBCU Live Day Party during the 2021 tournament in Forest Hills, NY.
Julius "J.U" Jones - known as the #professorofpositivity - is a Keynote Speaker, Announcer, and Nonprofit Management Administrator whose career spans over a decade in the Nonprofit Management and Communications sectors. Known for his short stature and bigger-than-life speaking voice, J.U is a mission-driven HBCU graduate from North Carolina Central University who dedicated his life to helping people own their lives through self-love, self-acceptance, and forward-thinking teachings.
WHERE TO EAT BY THE FAIR
Food is not allowed in the Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park Gym
1. Handpulled Noodle
155 W 116th St, New York, NY 10026
Phone: (646) 200-8702
Website: handpullednoodles.com
Price Point: $
Best Dishes: Beef Noodle Soup, Spicy Chicken Noodle
2. Harlem Public 3612 Broadway, New York, NY 10031
Phone: (212) 865-5200
Website: harlempublic.com
Price Point: $$
Best Dishes: Public Burger, Fried Chicken Sandwich
3. Jumbo Pizza
2142 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10027
Phone: (212) 866-2275
Website: jumbo-pizza.com
Price Point: $
Best Dishes: Jumbo Cheese Slice, Pepperoni Pizza
4. Falafel Tarboosh
239 W 116th St, New York, NY 10026
Phone: (212) 864-9770
Website: falafeltarboosh.com
Price Point: $
83 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10031
Phone: (212) 280-6262
Website: famousfishmarket.com
Price Point: $$
Dishes: Fried Fish Sandwich, Seafood Platter
6 Bless Bar and Kitchen
1556 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
Phone: (212) 740-0288
Website: blessbarandkitchen.com
Price Point: $$
Best Dishes: Mac and Cheese, Shrimp and Grits
Best Dishes: Falafel Sandwich, Chicken Shawarma Plate
7. The Inn
28 Broadway, New York, NY 10031
Phone: (212) 690-6363
Website: theinnharlem.com
Price Point: $$
Best Dishes: Classic Cheeseburger, Chicken Wings
8. La Lonchera
36 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10030
Phone: (646) 346-9600
Website: lalonchera com
Price Point: $
st Dishes: Tacos Al Pastor, Empanadas, Cubano
Y N U L H B C U F A I R
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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2025
Founded in 1919, the New York Urban League, Inc. (NYUL) is a 501 (c)(3) civil rights organization.
Mission: New York Urban League (NYUL) empowers AFRICAN AMERICANS and other underserved communities to secure a first-class education, economic self-reliance, and equal respect FOR their civil rights through programs, services, and advocacy.
Vision: To provide opportunities for members of all communities in NYC to have access to education, employment, and a sustainable living environment that fosters mutual respect.
NYUL is leading the way how underserved African Americans and LatinX residents of New York City are educated, employed, and empowered across the 5 boroughs. For over 100 years, we’ve inspired, influenced, and ignited over one million black people to achieve their highest aspirations.
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Founded April 1, 2003, the New York Urban League Young Professionals is an auxiliary group of young professionals 21-40 years old who live and/or work in NYC and the surrounding communities.
We are dedicated to supporting our community and our affiliate, the New York Urban League, through volunteerism, philanthropy, activism and leadership development.
With a rich history rooted in community, the New York Young Professionals are the training ground for young professionals who serve as Community Activists, Elected Officials, Educators, and Corporate and Nonprofit Leaders. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.NYUL.ORG/YOUNG-PROFESSIONALS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MALCOLM ELLIS - CHAIR OF THE BOARD
CHADWICK ROBERSON - TREASURER
MARCIA MAXWELL - SECRETARY
MAGGIE BRUNN
RODNEY CAPEL
LLOYD CHINN
WARD CORBETT
REVEREND JACQUES DEGRAFF
KEITH DOWNER
ANDREA GILLENTINE
LAURA JAMES
JAY NORRIS
HELEN C. SHELTON
TERESA WELLS
KEITH L. T. WRIGHT
ARVA R. RICE - PRESIDENT AND CEO
STAFF
FARIA ARNI
PENELOPE COX
JOLIE DUMAY
PRECIOUS ELAM
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NORA GIORDANO
LADONNA JONES
SHALIMA L. MCCANTS
GINA RAMCHARAN
KERA REDMAN
HALLEE ROBINSON
MONICA SEALE
LORI ANN SCOTT
YVONNE SMOTHERS
RAYCINE TAYLOR
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