Another Great College Fair - Don't miss it!!

The 2014 College Fair is being held 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 4 at the Georgia World Congress Center, Building C (located on Northside Drive) – Atlanta, GA.  Admissions and financial aid representatives from over 50 colleges and/or universities from around the Southeast are on hand to answer questions and provide important information on enrollment at their respective institutions.  This Fair offers the opportunity for institutions  to have exposure to more than 4,000 thousand high school juniors and seniors who are interested in attending college.  Students are encouraged to bring copies of any test scores they may have (ACT, SAT, etc.) 

Also, join The Scholarship Academy in Room C-201 to LEARN HOW TO GO TO COLLEGE WITHOUT GOING INTO DEBT! Our Navigating The Scholarship Maze session teaches students and parents how to build scholarship brands, identify tailored scholarship opportunities and craft competitive applications.  Led by a recipient of over $200,000 in scholarships, participants will learn how to create realistic college funding plans. 

The College Fair is a free to students.  Click here to request a College Fair registration form.

DATE: Saturday, October 4, 2014 
TIME: : 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 

Georgia World Congress Center | Building C, Hall 3



Parking for buses will be available for $65 in the Blue Lot right across from Building C on Northside Drive. 

2014 PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS INCLUDE:

Allen University
American College of Building Arts
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Auburn University
Bethune-Cookman University
Claflin University
Clayton State University
College of Charleston
Edward Waters College
Fisk University
Florida A&M University
Georgia Perimeter College
Grambling State University
Huston-Tilloston University
Jackson State University
Johnson C. Smith University
Kentucky State University
Lane College
Langston University
Lincoln University of Missouri
Livingstone College
Miles College
Mississippi Valley State University
Morgan State University
North Carolina A&T State University
North Carolina Central University
Saint Augustine's University
South Carolina State University
Stillman College
Talladega College
Technical College System of Georgia
Tuskegee University
University of Georgia
Valdosta State University
Vanderbilt University
Warren Wilson College
Wilberforce University
Winston-Salem State University
Winthrop University
Wofford College

Spring 2015 Student Honors Business Program

The SEC is seeking bright, innovative, results-oriented individuals for its Spring 2015 Honors Program for undergraduate students  in the Washington, DC Home Office and our 11 Regional Offices.  We offer undergraduate students robust responsibilities and experiences that enhance their potential careers. Over the course of the ten-week program, students work with Commission staff on projects particular to the specific Division or Office to which they are assigned. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in seminars/workshops, roundtable discussions, a mentoring program, and tours that will provide detailed information and guidance on securities laws. Click here for additional information.

See a JA Alumnus on Shark Tank

 

This Friday, Sept. 26, JA alumnus Ryan Kelly from JA of Southwest Connecticut will appear on the season six premiere of Shark Tank. Ryan originally appeared on Shark Tank’s season four, and his company, Ry’s Ruffery, was funded by Shark Barbara Corcoran. Learn more about Shark Tank here; check local listings to see when the show airs in your market.

 

Great Opportunity for Fellows Alumni!!!

 

FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOP

Saturday, October 4, 2014

Turner Chapel AME, 492 North Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060 

3 Classes Available

 

CLICK HERE to Register for Your FREE Class!

 

CLASS 1: Protecting Your Assets
Does Peace of Mind have any value to you?  Today there is one thing for certain, Life Happens.  Do you have a hedge against the things that happen in life?  What is Long-Term Care Insurance?  This workshop is an informative discussion/presentation by insurance experts on protecting and securing those things that matter the most to you and passing this legacy on to the next generation.   

CLASS 2: Basics of Investing
Investing is one of the best ways to build long term wealth and accomplish the goals in life that need to be funded.  By understanding the basic concepts of how different investments work, what options you have when investing, and how you can build a portfolio for long term growth, you will be on your way to learning how you can make your money work for you instead of you having to always work for your money.  

CLASS 3: Understanding Your Credit Report
No longer do you need to be a victim of bad credit! Get the facts straight from an industry expert.  In this workshop, you will learn the origin of credit and its impact on different areas of your life, credit scoring--how to read and improve your credit score, identify theft--what to do if you become a victim, and identity theft prevention.  Get informed and take charge of your credit.  Find out the real meaning of filing bankruptcy. 



A chance to inspire an elementary or middle school student

JA Fellows Students, Alumni & Volunteers we would like to share a wonderful opportunity offered at the Wade Walker Park Family YMCA.  This exclusive opportunity is made available to our program participants to service as Volunteer tutors to elementary(3:30-5:00pm) and/or middle school(4:30-5:30pm) students.  There is availability to volunteer during the school year Monday - Thursday.  Those interested in this opportunity should complete an application online or stop in.  Be sure to indicate at the top 'after school tutor'  Applications should be submitted to either Karen Posyner or Deb Beauford.  Wade Walker Park Family YMCA is located at 5605 Rockbridge Road Stone Mountain, Georgia 30088  Wade Walker Y Website

Students in elementary and middle school receive assistance with homework or academic enrichment activities(ex. understand compound words, adjectives, adverbs, or helping students make a times table chart, etc.)  

2014 TrepStart Day Atlanta

TrepStart Day focuses on giving high school students various perspectives on entrepreneurship while teaching key entrepreneurial concepts in a hands-on setting. During TrepStart Day Atlanta students will hear from a keynote speaker as they share their entrepreneurial journey and road to success. Additionally, students will attend break-out sessions that focus on various facets of entrepreneurship, a networking lunch and a panel discussion. Each break-out session is presented by a nationally-recognized teen entrepreneur (members of IY’s Teen Entrepreneur Network).

TrepStart Day Atlanta participants; develop and strengthen their entrepreneurial mindset, increase social and networking skills, and gain an in-depth understanding of entrepreneurship. In cooperation with several local businesses, TrepStart Day has become a unique, educational and engaging conference that inspires teens to discover their passion and become an entrepreneurial-minded individual.

Date: Tuesday December 2, 2014

Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm

Location: Georgia State University Student Center

Cost Per Attendee: $20 (early registration), $30 (after November 21, 2014)

Featuring Keynote Speaker, Mike DeLazzer (co-founder of Redbox Movie Kiosk)

…and members of the  IY Teen Entrepreneur Network .

BECOME A SPONSOR

REGISTER NOW

TrepStart Day Schedule

Check-in/Sponsored Business Booths

Introduction/Welcome

Keynote Speaker (Presentation/ Q&A)

Breakout Session A

Breakout Session B

Lunch/Networking/Sponsored Business Booths

Breakout Session C

Teen Panel Discussion/Q&A

Closing Remarks

Breakout Presentation Topics:

“Discovering Your Passion & Turning it into a New Venture”

“Financial Responsibility & Investing Techniques”

“Effective & Efficient Marketing Techniques for Teens”

“Product Development & Business Expansion”

“Building a Strong Brand”

National Black Arts Festival - Game On!

 

 

On September 26 and 27, NBAF will be presenting a commissioned theater piece, entitled Game On! This piece, originally developed by New York-based Hi-ARTS, is a hip-hop theater piece created in collaboration with students and adult artists. When a young girl ends up inside a video game, she learns that virtual reality is no match for real life in this Atlanta premiere of a new hip-hop theater work created by middle school students and performed by adult artists, breakdancers, and graduates of NBAF's Brave New Voices Institute. It is written by Felice Belle and directed by Monica L. Williams.

 

Create a lifetime of Wealthy Habits

Basics 101

Middle School & High School

An introductory two-day program that teaches students not only the fundamentals of managing money, but also introduces the basic principles of investing and preparing for the future.  The classroom, which accommodates up to 20 students, does not contain the usual classroom equipment.   Unlike a traditional teaching style, the enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructors use games and activities to keep the students engaged and interested.  This program focuses on exploring, developing, and reshaping young people’s attitudes about money and the importance it plays in their lives.

Basics 10110am-4pm
FULL - Sept 13 & 14, 2014 (High School) 
Oct 11 & 12, 2014 (Middle School) 
Nov 8 & 9, 2014 (High School) 
Nov 15 & 16, 2014 (Middle School) 
Dec 29 & 30, 2014 (High School)  

Beyond the Basics – 202

Ages 14-20

Students are required to participate in the prior program in order to have a good foundation of the concepts.  This two-day program will delve deeper into the importance of using credit wisely and how every action affects their ability to make future purchases, obtain insurance, and gain employment.  We will also cover diversity in investing and the pros and cons of entrepreneurship.  And so much more!

Beyond the Basics 202 10am-4pm

FULL - November 23 & 24, 2014 (High School) 
January 2 & 3, 2015 (High School)

 Clilck here to pre-register for any session.

Visit http://wealthyhabit.org to learn more.

Free Screening - Award Winning Documentary

 

This event is free and open to the public and includes a catered reception, film screening, and Q&A moderated by Donna Lowry from NBC 11Alive News.  For more information click here.

College Fair

JOIN US FOR OUR  5th ANNUAL COLLEGE FAIR Saturday, October 25, 2014 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm     CLICK HERE to Visit our College Fair Webpage!    TURNER CHAPEL AME 492 North Marietta Parkway Marietta, Georgia 30060 770-422-6791 www.turnerchapelame.org   Join Our Mailing List

Check out this Scholarship Opportunity!

AES Engineering is pleased to be able to continue offering scholarships to motivated students to help in the furthering of their education.



Scholarship Criteria
Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted.

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility.

You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
 

How to Apply
Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question:

When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful?  What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?  

Amount of award: $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 6, 2014

Submit essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com

There is no application packet for this award. Please do not include your resume at this time.
Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year.

Last minute opportunity for JA Fellows & Alumni

Please see the below invitation for free tickets to see Oprah in Atlanta this Friday or Saturday.  If you are interested, please contact alissa@suwn.org directly.

follow us on twitter   forward to a friend   like us on facebook Step Up is a Charity Partner of Oprah's The Life You Want Weekend Tour! We're thrilled to share the news that we are partnering with Oprah's The Life You Want Weekend to provide tickets to select mentorship pairs throughout the eight-city arena tour this fall! Step Up supporters and mentors will have the opportunity to attend this inspirational weekend and hear directly from Oprah and motivational speakers including author Elizabeth Gilbert, spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant, Pastor Rob Bell, and in select cities Deepak Chopra and author Mark Nepo. YOU can make plans to join us for this rewarding and inspiring experience by purchasing tickets for one of the following stops: September 5-6 Atlanta Philips Arena September 12-13 Auburn Hills/Detroit The Palace of Auburn Hills September 19-20 Washington D.C. Verizon Center September 26-27 Newark Prudential Center October 17-18 Houston Toyota Center October 24-25 Miami American Airlines Arena November 7-8 Seattle KeyArena at Seattle Center November 14-15 San Jose SAP Center at San Jose What: Oprah's The Life You Want Weekend Tour Who: Step Up supporters When: fall 2014 dates Contact: Alissa 213.382.9161 The mission of Step Up is to propel girls from under-resourced communities to fulfill their potential by empowering them to become confident, college-bound, career-focused, and ready to join the next generation of professional women.