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MAYOR DE BLASIO DELIVERS REMARKS AT NYPD GRADUATION CEREMONY
and welcome them – Pat Lynch, President of the PBA; State Senator Martin Golden; Council member Vanessa Gibson, the Chair of the Public Safety Committee in the City Council; and District Attorneys Cy Vance and Dick Brown. We welcome you. Now, I have to tell you, graduates, you’re an impressive class by any measure. We can all say with assurance you are the best trained class in the history of the NYPD because the training efforts continue to improve every single year. You look like New York City. You come from every neighborhood, every background. You reflect the greatness of our city. And I want to give a special thanks to 51 of you. There are 51 members of this class and we doubly honor them and appreciate them – 51 members of this class who previously served in our armed forces. Let’s thank them all.
Graduates, it is my distinct honor to be the first to say to you – congratulations, officers – job well done.
what we had just a few years ago. The biggest increase this department has seen in patrol strength since 2001.
You have worked very, very hard for this moment and you have earned what you have achieved. It is not easy to go through all that it takes to prepare yourself to become a New York City Police Officer. It is for the strong and the resolute, but you have succeeded in this long journey, this rigorous training to be here today at this moment of triumph.
And we are proud of you and we thank you for being part of that new wave.
And I want to take a moment to thank all of your family members because they stood by you every step of the way and they made it possible too. Family – congratulations to all of you. Now, officers, you represent something very, very important to this city – not just your commitment to keeping people safe, to maintaining law and order, but, on top of that, you represent a new effort by this city to strengthen safety for all. You represent the growth of this police department. We now with this class are completing the process of adding 2,000 more officers on the beat in this city than
This is important for so many reasons. It’s important because of the progress we have made in keeping our streets safe and the fact that we have to deepen that progress. It’s important because we know we face the threat of terror every single day and we need the best police force in the country ready to meet that challenge.
“And we are proud of you and we thank you for being part of that new wave.”
— Mayor DeBlasio
It’s also important because we have embarked on a strategy to change and improve and deepen the relationship between our police and our communities. Neighborhood policing, which was engineered by our great Police Commissioner, Jimmy O’Neill – this is
the way forward, a deep and close bond between police and community, and you are that new wave who will bring this vision to life. I want to express my appreciation, my gratitude, my sense of admiration for our Police Commissioner. I want you to think about him because he sat exactly where you are sitting today 33-34 years ago. Jimmy O’Neill came up through the ranks starting as a patrol officer, rising up to the highest uniformed rank of this department, and now to Commissioner. Let that be an example to all of you that through hard work and commitment and focus, any member of this class could one day end up running this extraordinary agency. Let’s give our Commissioner, Jimmy O’Neill, a big round of applause.
I also want to note that this class represents New York City in another very important way because, fully, 62 percent of the member of this class live in the five boroughs now. And I want to tell you how reassuring that is to the people of the neighborhoods you live in. I want to say to all the family members, particularly to the mothers and fathers of today’s graduates – everyone up here on this dais has an obligation to every one of you. Our job is to keep these good, young men and women and safe. And we think of that as a sacred responsibility. And we make sure that the tools are there – the best equipment, the best training, the best vests and protective gear. We want to make sure everyone comes home at night after serving this city so well.
And while I’m at it, I want to thank our great Chief of Department, Carlos Gomez, and all the other members of the NYPD leadership present here today – congratulations on an extraordinary year to all of you.
Our community members can and must be the best allies our officers have ever had and that’s part of how we make everyone safe. This is a great day for New York City. It’s a day of renewal. It’s a day of hope. And all of you graduates, you make us very proud, you make us hopeful about the future of this great city.
I also want to thank the elected officials and labor leaders who are here with us
God bless you all and a very, very Happy New Year to all.
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GRADUATES The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) recently announced that the 21st annual event will be held in Miami, June 14-18, 2017. In addition to the best of Black film and TV, the five-day festival will offer an innovative program with new experiences, including The Byron Lewis Careers in Entertainment Center, a multiday educational forum with lectures led by industry experts to provide insight into job opportunities in front of and behind the camera at studios and networks; and ABFF Immersive, where festivalgoers are introduced to virtual reality, 360° video and immersive storytelling 2
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through panel discussions, hands-on demos and immersive experiences that demonstrate how technology can impact storytelling. HBO, the ABFF’s founding and presenting sponsor, will be marking the 20th anniversary of the widely acclaimed HBO Short Film Competition at the festival. Festival passes go on sale November 1 at www.abff.com, providing three different levels of access to festival screenings, official and premium events. Questions regarding registration may be directed to info@ abffventures.com.
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PLANS TO BUILD STATE OF THE ART SCHOOL IN BROOKLYN ANNOUNCED
2017 NABJ/NBC SUMMER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM The National Association of Black Journalists is pleased to announce our continued partnership with Comcast NBCUniversal for the NBC News Group Summer Fellows Program! NBCUniversal will offer fellows the opportunity to join one of the following NBC programs for summer 2017 as interns: America’s #1 morning news program, The Today Show • The top ranked evening program, Nightly News with Lester Holt • Our primetime long form news program, Dateline • Our 24 cable news channel, MSNBC • Our top rated business news cable channel, CNBC
Mayor Bill de Blasio, Council Member Rafael Espinal and Lorraine Grillo, President and Chief Executive Officer of the New York City School Construction Authority (SCA), today announced the start of the public review process to build a new 1,000 seat school in the East New York section of Brooklyn. “The East New York Plan was adopted this past spring and we are already seeing progress: safer streets, a gracious new community center and now the start of the public comment period for a new public school. This is the beginning of the work we will do to secure a bright and stable future, including new affordable homes, for East New York,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio.
“I hope the community will take advantage of this important opportunity to make their voices heard on this important component of East New York’s future. The foundation of a community’s success is built in its investment in ensuring we have safe places to raise healthy children and families; schools are cornerstones of that foundation,” said Borough President Eric Adams. “This new 1,000 seat school will build on the strong public investments made as part of the East New York
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The new school building will be constructed on a portion of the Cityowned Dinsmore-Chestnut site. The lot, which is currently vacant, will house the new PS/IS school and serve children from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade in Community School District 19. It will sit next to a future affordable housing project.
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The state-of-the-art school building will be fully accessible and fully airconditioned. It will include both art and music rooms, a cafeteria, a gymnatorium and exercise room, science labs, a library and other amenities for students. A large outdoor playground will also be built and is expected to be open to the public after school hours. The school will also include a District 75 program, or special education program. The SCA is kicking off its site selection process for the school January 3. The process includes a 45-day public comment period, when the local Community Board and Community Education Council are invited to hold hearings and members of the community are invited to give feedback about the site and the planned school.
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“A school is so much more than a building full of classrooms,” said Council Member Rafael Espinal. “It is where our youth spend the majority of their waking hours learning valuable lessons of community, respect and friendship. A school is where students cultivate their interests and form lasting goals. Aside from the $17 million we allocated to improve existing East New York’s schools, I am so proud to see progress on our vision for a new state-of-the-art 1,000 seat school. The rezoned area will now have the best infrastructure for its students to grow and achieve their dreams. It is also very encouraging to witness the realization of so many commitments made through the East New York Plan in the few months since its passage, just last spring. I commend the de Blasio Administration on its steadfastness, as well as, the SCA on their timely proposals, and I look forward to the valuable input by the community on this crucial project.”
Neighborhood Plan. By taking this step to start our public review process, the School Construction Authority is making good on the commitments to the East New York Community by Mayor de Blasio and Council Member Espinal. When completed, the new school will be a state-of-the-art facility that will be enjoyed for decades to come,” said Lorraine Grillo, President and Chief Executive Officer of the New York City School Construction Authority.
Information regarding the public hearings will be available through the Community Board 5 and CEC District 19, which are hosing the events. Comments on the proposed actions can also be submitted to the New York City School Construction Authority by email at sites@nycsca.org; or mail to New York City School Construction Authority, 30-30 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, New York 11101. Attention: Ross J. Holden. The deadline for public comments is February 17.
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“FIRST LADY FAREWELL: CANDID, AUTHENTIC, & UNAPOLOGETIC”
With delicate sophistication and softness, Michelle Obama graced us with her candid conversation during her greatly anticipated interview with Oprah Winfrey on December 19th. The First Lady reflected on some of her greatest memories and achievements during her time in the White House along with some things she wished she had more time to tackle. She held her head high for 8 years along her husband’s side as he stepped into one of the most difficult and scrutinized political positions. Her quiet and reserved demeanor was often referred to as “arrogance” and like many women of color, she was often called an “angry black woman.” But somehow, despite the harsh criticisms and slander, Michelle handled each issue with poise. She challenged Americans to stop using the color of someone’s skin or the size of their bank account to pass inaccurate judgments on who they are at the core. Echoing the sentiments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., she hopes that Americans will learn to “judge people not by the color of their skin, but rather by the contact of their character”. During a time when racial tensions are at an all time high in the United States, along with the recent defeat of Hillary Clinton’s run for presidency, Michelle could have taken a completely different approach to this interview. But like she said in her renowned Democratic National Convention Speech earlier this year, “when they go low, we go high,” and that is exactly what she did. Focusing on 4
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the high points during President Obama’s eight year term. As a loving mother, influential wife, outspoken feminist, social activist, public speaker and fashion icon, it’s no surprise that this first lady will be dearly missed. Her multifaceted personality and innate ability to create programs that promote important issues will never go unnoticed. Her silent dignity demanded reverence as she worked quietly and confidently to refine the course of American History. President Obama chimed in and described his wife as, “brilliant and cute and strong and a great mom,” he said, “but I think the way in which she blended purpose and policy with fun so that she was able to reach beyond Washington...was masterful.” I think we can all agree with Mr. Obama that this beautiful bombshell left her mark on the White House through many ways but one of the most memorable may have been when she lifted the 40yr. ban that allowed guests to take photos while on tour in the White House. As soft chants can be heard from people urging the First Lady to eventually run for presidency, she strongly denied all claims and rumors. Michelle has enjoyed her spotlight taking America by storm with her two beautiful daughters under her arms, but she said enough is enough. During the interview she briefly hinted at the strain of the presidency on her family. When asked why she would not run for president she simply said, “sixteen years?...I would not do that to my kids.” Mrs. Obama
does however plan to continue to the programs she initiated and speak up about important causes she tackled while in the White House like her initiatives on children’s health. She hopes to do so without the spotlight and cameras from the White House but rather with her platform and voice. As Michelle Obama steps out of the Presidential spotlight she will do so with dignity and pride. With an undergraduate education from Princeton University and a law
degree from Harvard University, it’s no surprise that this First Lady was more than qualified for her role, which can be attributed to her success. In such a small amount of time she has made such a huge impact on this country. It is no feat that she will be leaving some large heels to fill. (pun intended) But all jokes aside, we are forever inspired by Michelle Obama’s wisdom and intelligence, she is a true exemplar of black excellence for people worldwide.
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UNCF ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL ACHIEVEMENT CAPSTONE PROGRAM AWARDEES Thirty-seven recent college graduates were announced recenty as inaugural recipients of the UNCF Achievement Capstone Program, each receiving a $2,500 award to pay an unmet undergraduate balance or finance an advanced degree. The new program, administered by UNCF and underwritten by the National Achievement® Scholarship Program, conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), honors and grants financial assistance to high-achieving, underrepresented college graduates at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) in the United States. “The award money that I’m receiving from UNCF is an investment in my future, and those who donate to support African American students can see a return on that investment in me,” said Shaw University graduate Jordan Galloway, who is pursuing his Ph.D. in chemistry and chemical biology at the University of California, Merced. The National Achievement® Scholarship Program has recognized and honored academically talented Black American high school students through NMSC for 51 years. The final group of high school students recognized in the program entered college in 2015. UNCF now carries
school–UNCF-member institution Tuskegee University–to become a veterinarian. “A lot of people aren’t able to receive financial assistance to make it through college, especially for graduate studies,” said Bogan. “Grad students are still students and we still need help. This award will truly help me out a lot.”
on the National Achievement® Scholarship Program’s name and legacy through the newlydesigned UNCF Achievement Capstone Program, which launched last spring.
“The award money that I’m receiving from UNCF is an investment in my future, and those who donate to support African American students can see a return on that investment in me.” —Shaw University Graduate Jordan Galloway
UNCF Achievement Capstone Scholars were nominated by their college or university presidents, chancellors and deans based on outstanding academic performance, character and demonstrated leadership honoring the legacy of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Candidates must be African American, must attend
CHECKLIST FOR TAX IDENTITY SECURITY There is no fool-proof way to stop identity theft. The good news is that the number of new reports of identity theft by individuals who filed 2015 federal tax returns has fallen by more than 50 percent thanks to the IRS and the tax industry partnering to combat tax fraud. But there is more to do, and it also takes vigilance and action on the part of consumers.
Tax identity theft is a billion-dollar business. In 2013, the IRS identified 5.1 million fraudulent returns and paid more than $5.8 billion in fraudulent refunds. Unfortunately, it’s a relatively easy crime to commit. All the information a criminal typically needs to file a fraudulent tax return is a person’s name, date of birth and Social Security number. They also need a way to file an electronic return. NewYorkTrendnyc
For National Tax Security Awareness Week, taxpayers can review this checklist with some simple ways they can protect their information, beware of scams and be vigilant with their taxes. PROTECT PERSONAL INFORMATION Do not carry a Social Security card in a wallet. Do not give out a Social Security Number (SSN) on the phone or in a public place.
an accredited four-year, degreegranting HBCU or PBI and must have high academic performance leading to their campus’ eligibility for earning the designation of cum laude, magna cum laude or summa cum laude upon undergraduate graduation. Awardees may use the scholarship to pay off outstanding undergraduate educational costs at their current institutions or to finance additional degrees, professional certifications and continuing education programs. Nominations for the 2017 awards will open in January for 87 eligible HBCUs and PBIs. The award amounts for selected scholars will be between $2,000 and $5,000. Jasmine Bogan is a 2016 graduate of Fayetteville State University with a degree in biology. She is currently pursuing her masters in animal science at Fort Valley State University and will use the Achievement Capstone award to attend her dream Do not send a SSN or date of birth in an email or a text. Do not share an online user ID, password or PIN with others. Do not leave this information anywhere someone else can easily see or gain access to it. Avoid easily guessed or common names and numbers for passwords and PINs. Change passwords regularly and don’t use the same password for multiple accounts. Close unused credit-card accounts and destroy the credit card. Use a shredder for documents containing personal information. Use firewalls, anti-spam/virus software, update security patches. Look for the S in https which means the site uses secure encryption technology. Do not shop online on public Wi-Fi where information can be intercepted. Request a copy of a credit report and keep tabs on who might be accessing it.
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“For more than 72 years, UNCF has worked to get students to and through college, and awards more than $100 million in scholarships annually,” said Larry Griffith, UNCF senior vice president of scholarships and programs. “This program further expands UNCF’s reach to African American students across the country who will benefit from the honor, recognition and financial assistance accompanying these prestigious awards upon earning their bachelor’s degree.” “NMSC is proud to partner with UNCF to carry on the name and legacy of the National Achievement Scholarship Program through the newly established UNCF Achievement Capstone Program,” said Timothy McGuire, President and CEO of NMSC. “We are thrilled to join with UNCF in honoring the inaugural class of UNCF Achievement Capstone Scholars, and we look forward to witnessing their continued successes and ongoing accomplishments well into the future.” Review financial statements like credit card bills and bank statements for suspicious activity. BEWARE OF SCAMS Be aware of phishing and social engineering scams. Be suspicious of emails that ask for credentials. Do not provide personal information over the phone, via text, through the mail or on the Internet. The IRS will never email or connect on social media to request personal information. The IRS will never call to demand immediate payment. The IRS will never ask for credit or debit card information over the phone. The IRS will never require specific payment methods. The IRS will always contact taxpayers by mail first about taxes owed. Report phone calls, emails or letters from IRS impersonators to the Treasury Department. Use its IRS Impersonation Scam Reporting Portal or call 800-366-4484. www.newyorktrendnyc.com
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BUSINESS SBA LAUNCHES 2017 INNOVATE HER BUSINESS CHALLENGE
bigger part of the conversations around innovation and investment, helping entrepreneurs realize the empowerment and self-sufficiency that can come from advancing ideas and products that tap into new market opportunities. We continue to recognize and support these visionaries who dare to innovate, take risks, create and transform the marketplace for the better.”
The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the launch of the 2017 InnovateHER: Innovating for Women Business Challenge, a nationwide business competition to drive attention and resources to innovative products and services that make our lives easier and longer. Competitors vie for $70,000 in prize money provided to SBA for the InnovateHER competition through a gift from the Sara Blakely Foundation. “The return of SBA’s InnovateHER Business Challenge presents an exciting opportunity for some of our nation’s foremost entrepreneurs and innovators,” said SBA Administrator Maria ContrerasSweet. “Women represent half of the U.S. workforce and control 80 percent of the nation’s purchasing power, but still make up less than five percent of venture capitalists. I decided to launch this annual competition two years ago so that we could begin to address that opportunity gap, because when women have an equal role in the
marketplace and are able to chart their own paths, our nation as a whole is stronger and more globally competitive.”
“The return of SBA’s InnovateHER Business Challenge presents an exciting opportunity for some of our nation’s foremost entrepreneurs and innovators.” —SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet The number of women venture capital partners has dropped from 10 percent in 1999 to just six percent in 2014, a trend directly correlated to women’s access to capital; only about seven percent of venture capital funding in the United States currently goes to women-owned ventures. Gender bias is well documented in this area: a Harvard Business School study asked potential investors to rate a series of pitches, some of which were narrated by women and some by men. Even when the
scripts were exactly the same, only 32 percent of people said they would fund the woman, compared to 68 percent who said they would fund the man. InnovateHER: Innovating for Women Business Challenge officially kicks off in winter of 2017 with local competitions to be hosted by universities, accelerators, clusters, scale-up communities, SBA resource partners, and other economic development organizations. Through the competition, SBA is seeking to amplify products or services that fill a need in the marketplace and have the potential for commercialization. SBA continues in its efforts to expand the InnovateHER Challenge, focusing on empowering more women in the investment and innovation space. Additional details on the InnovateHER can be found on the online competition platform www. challenge.gov. Contreras-Sweet added: “Now in its third year, InnovateHER continues to make women a
Entrepreneurs selected as winners in local competitions will advance to the semi-final round. From the pool of semi-finalists, SBA will select up to 10 finalists who will be invited to the National InnovateHER: Innovating for Women Business Challenge to be held in mid-2017. The finalists will pitch their products and ideas to a panel of expert judges and compete for the top three awards along with $70,000 in prizes. Over the past two decades, women entrepreneurs have been critical to growing businesses and creating jobs in cutting-edge fields such as precision medicine or cybersecurity, as well as through advances in agriculture and manufacturing. Women across the nation will benefit from investing in research and inventions that impact their experiences. A lack of inclusion in the innovation space leads to missed opportunities, especially when women make the majority of the buying decisions. The SBA is encouraging organizations across the country to participate in this important business challenge. For more information including competition rules, go to www. sba.gov/innovateHER.
VIRTUAL WEBINAR ON BLACK FEMALE ENTRPRENEURSHIP Join the Walkers Legacy Foundation and the White House Initiative on historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for a virtual webinar on fostering a culture of entrepreneurship for college-age women. This session will provide a discussion of research on Black Female Entrepreneurship: Past and Present Conditions released by Walker’s Legacy in conjunction with the National Women’s Business Council and an overview of Walker’s Legacy Foundation’s newly formed Collegiate Chapter programming.
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The session takes place on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 1:30PM ET. Persons interested in participating should RSVP to: http://www. walkerslegacy.com/calender/ The Walker’s Legacy Foundation is guided by the philanthropic legacy of Madam C. J. Walker and her cause of economic empowerment for women funded through her entrepreneurial successes. The organization is missioned to provide a foundation of entrepreneurial, financial and professional support to improve the economic equality and entrepreneurial prosperity of women of color.
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SETON HALL LAW OFFERS NEW WEEKEND JD PROGRAM
Classes will be scheduled to enable weekend students to have the full spectrum of cocurricular opportunities open to full-time students, including law journals, moot court and mock trial programs as well as student services and professional organizations.
Seton Hall University School of Law has announced an innovative weekend JD program to make law school more accessible to working professionals. The weekend program, the only one of its kind in the New York metropolitan area and one of only a few nationwide, offers classes at the Law School’s Newark campus on alternate weekends for students who seek to balance their alreadybusy schedules with a law school education. “Seton Hall Law has long been committed to access to a legal education, and this weekend offering continues that tradition.
Students in our new part-time weekend program will enjoy a fullyimmersive law school experience with flexibility better suited to their busy lives,” said Seton Hall Law Dean Kathleen Boozang. “They will be taught by the same outstanding professors who teach in the Law School’s full-time division, using a combination of traditional classroom learning and technology-driven distance learning,” she added. Seton Hall Law’s part-time weekend program will begin in the fall of 2017. Students attend classes over eight weekends each semester. The curriculum is enhanced by self-
directed activities and discussions with professors and classmates via Seton Hall Law’s online learning platform. As they progress through their studies and begin taking elective courses, students will have even greater scheduling flexibility through a combination of fully-online courses and live courses in other time slots, including weekend, evenings, winter intersession, and the summer. Although the program is designed to be completed in four years, students may accelerate their degree completion in a variety of ways.
“Earning a JD while holding a fulltime job is always a challenge,” admits Dean of Admissions Gisele Joachim, “but Seton Hall Law believes this approach will ensure working professionals can more easily balance family, career, and law school. This new weekend offering is an extension of Seton Hall Law’s ongoing investment in tailoring the law school experience to the individual student’s schedule and career aspirations.” Applications are currently being accepted for fall 2017. Anyone interested in learning more should call 888-415-7271 or visit the program’s webpage. Applications for the part-time weekend program can be submitted through the Law School Admission Council at lsac. org. Information about Seton Hall Law generally is available at http:// law.shu.edu.
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Changing lives is no easy task. Yet Habitat for Humanity does it every day. Habitat for Humanity works with families in the U. S. and around the world who are in need of a decent and affordable place to call home. Habitat helps build strength, stability, and self-reliance as well as shelter. They offer a hand up so families can stand on their own and build better lives for themselves and generations to come. And, in the process, they also strengthen communities. Wells Fargo and our team members share the goals of Habitat. For 24 years, we’ve been privileged to help Habitat across the country in the communities we live and work in by giving grants and volunteer hours, building and improving homes alongside low-income homeowners, seniors, and veterans. Learn more about our relationship with Habitat and other non-profits at wellsfargo.com/stories.
Wells Fargo and Habitat for Humanity in New York 2015/2016
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SERENA WILLIAMS IS ENGAGED!
The tennis superstar announced her engagement to Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian on... Reddit. Tennis puns, confusion and congratulations are bouncing in. Serena Williams announced her engagement to Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian with a poem on her Reddit account.
CONDOLA RASHAD ENGAGED!
Tony-nominated actress Condola Rashad and daughter of Phylicia Rhashad is getting hitched to fellow actor, Sebastian Vallentin Stenhøl, who is Polish. He presented her a ring made of white gold and sapphire, a family heirloom over 100 years old that was once his grandmother’s.
NIKKI BEHARIE HAS BEEN TAPPED AS HOST OF “AFROPOP” contemporary life, art and culture in the African Diaspora since 2008, include Idris Elba, Anika Noni Rose, Wyatt Cenac, Gabourey Sidibe, Anthony Mackie, Yaya DaCosta and Jussie Smollett. “NBPC has been so fortunate to have had great hosts bring their fame to the show and either watch the series or really support the mission of the program,” said NBPC Director of Programs and Acquisitions and AfroPoP Executive Producer Kay Shaw. “Nikki Beharie does both! She was a very informed and engaged host, which comes through every episode.” The five-week series travels from North America to Africa to the Caribbean and back again, taking viewers on a journey of hope throughout the Diaspora. Episodes include: George Potter and Andy Adkins’ gripping An American Ascent (January 16) highlighted the first African-American team of climbers as they attempt to summit Denali, North America’s highest peak, challenging their personal limits as well as society’s notions of what a mountaineer looks like.
Acclaimed actress Nikki Beharie will host the ninth season of the enlightening and award-winning public television show AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange. This season, the series presents a slate of documentaries to inspire and uplift, films that show how individuals and groups are positively impacting their communities and families and that capture the importance of home. The program premiered on WORLD Channel at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Monday, January 16— Martin Luther King, Jr. Day—with new episodes airing weekly through February
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15. AfroPoP is produced by National Black Programming Consortium program and co-presented by series distributor American Public Television (APT). APT will release the series to the nation’s public television stations in February 2016. Beharie is best known for her star turn in the hit Fox TV show Sleepy Hollow and for her for breakout role in director Steve McQueen’s Shame opposite Michael Fassbender. Previous hosts of AfroPoP, which has been revealing fascinating stories on
The moving Intore, by Eric Kabera (January 23), demonstrates the impact a new generation of artists in Rwanda is having in healing a nation that suffered greatly in the horrific 100-day genocide in 1994. Tyler Johnston and Miquel Galofré’s beautiful My Father’s Land (January 30) follows an illegal immigrant in the Bahamas and the lengths to which he goes to return to his native Haiti to see his ailing 103-year-old father, while exploring issues of immigration and human rights. Eva Weber’s important documentary Black Out (February 6) shines the spotlight on schoolchildren in Guinea who trek for miles each day during exam season to find
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places with light so they can study and better themselves and their families. Black Out will air with Olivia Peace’s narrative short Pangaea, a moving story of a young girl who was trapped on a rooftop after Hurricane Katrina. The series finale is the heartwarming Omo Child: The River and the Bush by John Rowe (February 13) which shows the positive impact one determined individual can have on his community to save lives. Shot over five years, the film follows Lale Labuko, from the Kara tribe in the Om33o Valley, Ethiopia, as he works to create a cultural shift in his tribe by ending an ancient practice that will save a generation of children. “This season of AfroPoP features compelling programs from both the U.S. and around the globe. We look forward to sharing these stories with American audiences,” said APT Director Business Development & International Sales Tom Davison. “More than ever before, AfroPoP’s captivating look into the diverse stories of African Disapora are important and relevant. WORLD Channel is excited to be the first to bring the new season of AfroPoP to US audiences,” said WORLD Channel Executive Producer Chris Hastings. “Viewers may find that the cultural experiences shown through each film are similar to their own personal journeys.” AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange is produced by Angela Tucker and directed by Duana Butler with the generous support of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about AfroPoP, visit www.blackpublicmedia.org. For viewing information, check local listings or www.APTonline.org.
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TYLER PERRY’S “THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS” SEASON 4 KICKS OFF ON OWN
Tonight an all-new season of “Tyler Perry’s The Haves and the Have Nots” kicks off at 9/8c on OWN. Season 4 continues to heat up as everyone is tested like never before. Revenge will come down like a lead weight, and what goes around comes aroundwith catastrophic consequences.
HEALTH & AWARENESS SUMMIT
Bring in the new year, the WHIHBCU staff continues to extend our outreach efforts to engage current HBCU students around relevant health concerns that impact their lives.
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey’s heart and creative instincts inform the brand — and the magnetism of the channel. Winfrey provides leadership in programming and attracts superstar talent to join her in primetime, building a global community of like-minded viewers and leading that community to connect on social media and beyond. OWN is a singular destination on cable. Depth with edge. Heart. Star power. Connection. And endless possibilities. OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery Communications. The network debuted on January 1, 2011. The venture also includes the award-winning digital platform Oprah.com.
We have been collaborating with select HBCU Student Activities offices to curate a one day health awareness summits that fit the needs and demographics of the student body. On January 11, 2017 we will conduct a summit at Virginia Union University. Additional information is listed below. Spread the word and share the news. Health and Awareness for HBCU Students January 11, 2017 11:30AM -1:30PM Virginia Union University Panthers Grille
CULINARY TASTE EVENT FROM THE AFRICAN DIASPORA The Foundation for Rural and Economic Development in Africa invites you to come out and enjoy a celebration of the African Diaspora, featuring cuisine representing several African and Caribbean countries. The evening will also feature fashion, poetry and music. The event is entitled: African Diaspora Banquet and Cultural Night, and features a buffet of different ethnic cuisines, a fashion show of African attires, a poetry reading, and music representing Africa. The evening is intended to celebrate the best of the African Diaspora cuisine and culture. The event takes place on Friday, February 17, 2017 from 6 - 11 p.m. at the Hollywood Rotary Club, located at 2349 Taylor Street, Hollywood, FL 33020. Tickets are available online by NewYorkTrendnyc
visiting https://diasporabanquet. eventbrite.com. Sponsorship opportunities are also available by contcating Dr. Jong-Ebot at (305) 469-1882. The event, a signature fundraising initiative, is organized by the Foundation for Rural and Economic Development in Africa.
The Foundation for Rural and Economic Development in Africa (www.fredia. org), a 501c3 organization, is dedicated to connecting the outside world, including the African Diaspora, with Africa; building collaborative professional networks; and preserving our culture. It is dedicated to supporting change and development in various parts of Africa January 5 -11 2017+ January 12-18, 2017
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NEWS NYC RESTAURANT WEEK® WINTER RESERVATIONS NOW OPEN
1992 during the Democratic National Convention. New this season on nycgo.com, the City’s official tourism website, consumers can use enhanced quick search filters to navigate restaurants by key features such as New Participants and Notable Chefs, allowing diners to easily select their ideal dining experience.
Reservations are now open for NYC Restaurant Week® winter 2017, taking place January 23 through February 10, 2017. New Yorkers and visitors are encouraged to book now to receive great deals at more than 375 participating restaurants in 41 neighborhoods across the City. Diners can enjoy three-course prix-fixe lunches for $29 and threecourse prix-fixe dinners for $42 (excluding beverages, gratuities and taxes). Saturday dining is excluded from the program and Sundays are optional. To view a full list of participants, make reservations, browse menus and more, visit nycgo.com/ restaurantweek. “NYC Restaurant Week is an opportunity to experience the City’s incredible dining choices at an extraordinary value,” said Fred Dixon, president and CEO of NYC & Company. “We invite New Yorkers and visitors to plan their next outing now in the dining capital of the world.” NYC Restaurant Week Winter 2017 by the numbers: • 3 course prix-fixe lunches for $29* • 3 course prix-fixe dinners for $42*
• More than 375 participating restaurants • 32 individual cuisines • 32 new participating restaurants • 41 neighborhoods across 4 boroughs • 14 days to dine (January 23– February 10)** *(Beverages, gratuities and taxes not included) **(Saturdays excluded, Sundays optional) This winter’s iteration features 32 new participants: Amada, Angus Club Steakhouse, Artie’s Steak & Seafood, Bedford & Co., BKW by Brooklyn Winery, Del Frisco’s, Edi & The Wolf, Felice 64, Freud NYC, Green Fig, Haru Chelsea, High Street on Hudson, Hudson Garden Grill, Hunt & Fish Club, Jue Lan Club, Kingsley, Le Coq Rico, Leuca, Maiella, Maison Hugo, Maysville, Members Dining Room at the Met, Neta, New Leaf Restaurant, Oro, Penthouse808, Quality Eats, Salvation Taco, Schilling, STK Downtown, Tarallucci e Vino–NoMad and Tavern62 by David Burke.
“NYC Restaurant Week inspires New Yorkers and our guests from all over the nation and the world to experience the quality, variety and hospitality that our restaurants are renowned for,” said Tracy Nieporent, Partner/Director of Marketing for Myriad Restaurant Group and Chairman of NYC & Company’s Restaurant Committee. “Our vibrant dining community looks forward to welcoming diners to enjoy compelling international cuisines, across the boroughs and in over 40 neighborhoods.” NYC & Company’s long-standing corporate sponsor American Express will return with an exclusive offer for American Express® Card Members who participate in NYC Restaurant Week. Card Members can enroll any eligible American Express Card, use their enrolled Card to spend $35 or more at any participating restaurant and get a $5 statement credit up to four times. Terms apply. To learn more and enroll in this offer, visit americanexpress.com/ nycrestaurantweek.
NYC Restaurant Week is one of the featured promotions within NYC & Company’s new Nonstop NYC winter campaign. Also included are celebrated programs NYC Broadway WeekSM (January 17–February 5) and NYC OffBroadway WeekSM (February 27–March 12) and the first-ever NYC Attractions WeekSM (January17–February 5) that offers two-forone admission to popular attractions, tours, culture and performing arts at more than 70 participants across all five boroughs. More information on these four promotional programs, as well as how to find the best hotel rates of the year this winter, can be found at nycgo.com/nonstop. NYC Restaurant Week is promoted through exclusive content on nycgo.com; out-of-home media in the five boroughs; print and digital advertising, including promotion through media partner Time Out New York; commercials running in NYC taxicabs and through social media posts using #NYCRestaurantWeek.
NYC Restaurant Week is the first dining program of its kind, established in
KEITH SWEAT LANDS VEGAS RESIDENCY AT THE FLAMINGO LAS VEGAS Platinum-selling R&B singer, Keith Sweat will perform a limited engagement in the Donny & Marie Showroom at Flamingo Las Vegas with a unique Vegas show, “Keith Sweat: Last Forever,” Jan. 17 through Feb. 4, 2017. In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Keith’s tripleplatinum album, “Make It Last Forever,” fans can anticipate to hear a variety of his notable hits including “I Want Her,” “Twisted” and “Nobody.” Joining the famed singer-songwriter on the Las Vegas stage will be stand-up comedian and long-serving MADtv cast member, Aries Spears. “This is what I like to call the second act of my career,” says Keith. “This is the most exciting moment in my life. I cannot wait to hit the Flamingo stage and take Las Vegas fans on the Keith Sweat NewYorkTrendnyc
magical musical journey! Fasten your seatbelts Vegas – it’s going to be a thrilling ride.” “We look forward to welcoming Keith Sweat to the iconic stage at Flamingo Las Vegas,” said Damian Costa, Caesars Entertainment vice president of entertainment operations. “Keith’s addition to our top-notch entertainment lineup continues to highlight Caesars Entertainment resorts as a premier destination for live entertainment in Las Vegas and around the world.”
Keith Sweat are also available. Tickets are available at any Las Vegas Caesars Entertainment Box Office, by phone at (702) 777-2782 or by visiting www. keithsweatvegas.com. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are now on sale to the public. The 15 performances on sale are: Jan. 2017: 17 – 21, 24 – 28, 31 Feb. 2017: 1 – 4 Ticket prices begin at $59, plus applicable tax and fees. VIP seats including a meet and greet with January 5 -11 2017+ January 12-18, 2017
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TICKETS ON SALE FOR NYC BROADWAY WEEK
NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organization, has announced that tickets are on sale for NYC Broadway WeekSM and the firstever NYC Attractions WeekSM, both of which offer a two-for-one ticket deal. New Yorkers and visitors who take advantage of these programs will receive discounts when seeing a live Broadway performance or
visiting a classic NYC attraction January 17 through February 5. Launched in January 2011, the biannual NYC Broadway Week promotion will return this winter with 19 participating Broadway shows. Featured among those are the buzzworthy new musicals A Bronx Tale and Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, and iconic shows such as The Lion King
and Wicked. Tickets will go on sale starting after 10:30 a.m. today at nycgo.com/broadwayweek. Since its inception, NYC Broadway Week has sold 944,615 tickets and has generated $63.7 million in revenue. The first-ever NYC Attractions Week will offer New Yorkers and visitors discounted admission to popular attractions, tours, culture and performing arts at
74 participants across all five boroughs, including Gray Line CitySightseeing New York Bus Tours, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, New York Water Taxi, On Location Tours, Madame Tussauds New York, Brooklyn Museum, Museum of Modern Art, One World Observatory, The Bronx Zoo, and more. For a full list of participants and tickets, visit nycgo.com/attractionsweek.
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