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HBCUs Leading the Way in Clean Energy
HBCUs have a long history of graduating some of the brightest minds in science, medicine, law, and business. And while the field of...
HBCU Coalition
May 26, 20234 min read
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Four HBCU Grads Who Became Successful Entrepreneurs
May is National Small Business Month and an excellent time to celebrate current and future entrepreneurs. HBCUs have a rich tradition of...
HBCU Coalition
May 12, 20234 min read
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Why HBCUs Matter So Much
If you’re reading this blog, chances are that you’re currently attending an HBCU, graduated from one, or are interested in their future....
HBCU Coalition
Nov 9, 20224 min read
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How to Turn Your Environmental Passion into a Career
Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Do you want to use your talent to create a lasting impact? Then you're not...
HBCU Coalition
Sep 29, 20224 min read
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How HBCUs Are Helping Reduce the Racial Wealth Gap
Black households have a fraction of the wealth of white households, leaving them in a much more precarious financial situation when a...
HBCU Coalition
Sep 14, 20224 min read
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African American Organizations Are Working to Narrow the Wealth Gap
The median wealth for a white family was $188,200 in 2019, compared to $24,100 for Black families, according to the Federal Reserve’s...
HBCU Coalition
Aug 11, 20223 min read
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Five Reasons Solar is a Good Investment
You're looking at your electricity bill, and it just keeps getting higher every month. You've tried to cut back on the AC; you only use...
HBCU Coalition
Jul 25, 20223 min read
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How Your Money Personality Affects Your Financial Health
What is your personality type? Are you the life of the party, or do you tend to be more of a homebody? Are you a free spirit, or would...
HBCU Coalition
Jul 18, 20224 min read
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Four African American Environmentalists Fighting for Climate Justice
In February 2022, the EPA announced plans to form an internal council to identify opportunities for more significant partnerships with...
HBCU Coalition
Jun 22, 20225 min read
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Celebrate Juneteenth with Financial Freedom
Juneteenth is a memorable holiday for African Americans. It’s a time to recognize an often-painful history and celebrate African American...
HBCU Coalition
Jun 14, 20222 min read
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Our Money Matters Interviewed on Yahoo Finance!
Don't miss this interview with Sharon Kent, Program Director of Our Money Matters on Yahoo Finance! Sharon gets to the roots of how we...
HBCU Coalition
Jun 10, 20221 min read
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How Much Do You Know About Solar Energy? Take our Quiz to Find Out
Solar is the most widely available and accessible way for the world to lower their dependance on fossil fuels. With prices decreasing...
HBCU Coalition
May 28, 20222 min read
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The Pros and Cons of Student Loan Forgiveness
Part One in a Two-Part Series For many Americans, taking on student loan debt is the only way they can afford to go to college. Among the...
HBCU Coalition
May 11, 20224 min read
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Ten Ways to Make a Difference on Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day and this year’s theme is “Invest in Our Planet”. And that means investing money, time, and innovation. It also...
HBCU Coalition
Apr 18, 20224 min read
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How To Get Involved in Financial Literacy Month 2022
April is Financial Literacy Month, and it's an excellent opportunity to look at your own financial health and learn how to improve it....
HBCU Coalition
Apr 11, 20223 min read
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Five Solar Trends in 2022
As the U.S. sanctions imports of Russian oil in response to its’ invasion of Ukraine, we have yet another rationale to move more quickly...
HBCU Coalition
Mar 24, 20223 min read
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Free Virtual Discussion Series
Virtual Discussion Series: Workforce, Economic Development and Equity: Cultivating HBCU-State Energy Office Partnerships for...
HBCU Coalition
Mar 16, 20221 min read
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Tips on Making More Coin
Look, nobody really wants to worry about money. But, if you don’t know how to manage your finances, chances are that you’ll end up...
HBCU Coalition
Mar 9, 20224 min read
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Five African American Financial Pioneers
Part one in a two-part series HBCU Community Development Action Coalition recognizes five financial pioneers in honor of Black History...
HBCU Coalition
Feb 15, 20224 min read
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Five African American Financial Pioneers - Part II
Part two in a two-part series In part one of our two-part series HBCU Coalition recognized five African American Financial Pioneers in...
HBCU Coalition
Feb 15, 20225 min read
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