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Some of the top four-year college degrees earners are Breaking Through the Funding Ritual

Last year, we applauded the gigantic efforts of some high school students who put in the time and with assistance, produced millions of dollars in college scholarship offers. Apparently, this has ignited a breakout for those who aspire to go on to the next level of their education or work life. 

These aspiring high school grads were among millions who have gone through an unprecedented school year. Yet, they didn’t waste all of their time embracing social media and
other entertainment. What did they do? 
Meet this year’s million-dollar club stars.

A Treasure Hunt Pays Off

Shanya Robinson-Owen, Sr., G.W. Carver HS of Engineering, Philadelphia, PA …over $1 million…30 colleges  
Jordan Nixon, Douglas County High School, Atlanta, Georgia  …$1.6 million…39+ colleges   
Antoinette Love, International High School, New Orleans, LA   …$3.7 million…115 colleges
Jakelia Baker, Lucy C. Laney High School, Augusta, Georgia  …$1 million+ …50 colleges
 See their stories>>>
And: Richard Jenkins, a formerly homeless student is heading to Harvard.

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, New York, New York


 Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, NY, NY
The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is a Smithsonian museum where visitors can explore history-themed galleries illuminating the eras of slavery, freedom, segregation, and change since 1968. Rotating exhibits, a theater, a research library and archives, an interactive gallery space, a media arts center, and a family history center round out the experience.
1400 Constitution Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20560
National Museum of African American History and Culture, Washington, D.C.The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is one of the most intriguing Black history museums that document the tale of defiant Black baseball players who traveled across the United States, refusing to let the injustices of society stop them from enjoying America’s pastime.
1616 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108.
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Kansas City, Missouri
The Museum focuses on enrichment and education on the cultural heritage and history of African Americans with a focus on California and the western United States. Admission is free to all visitors.
600 State Drive, Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA 90037.
California African American Museum, Los Angeles, CA
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, a museum about African American heritage and history.
On the banks of the Ohio River, which was crossed by refugees from slavery on their flight to freedom sits the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. It houses films, storytelling, and hands-on activities and exhibits that recount the everyday experience of slavery and the heroic and harrowing efforts of those who attempted to free themselves and those who helped them. Learn the stories of an enslaved woman, view the pen used to imprison enslaved people, read about African Americans in World War I and World II, and see resources for combating the legacies of slavery today.
50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Cincinnati, OH

Studio Museum of Harlem, NY

Northwest African American Museum, Seattle, WA
The Black College Football Hall of Fame
was founded by former NFL stars, MVP Doug Williams and James Harris, both Grambling alum to honor the greatest players, coaches, and contributors from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The National Football League dedicated a wing at the Pro Football Hall of Fame museum to this famous group.
Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708.
Black College Football Hall of Fame Exhibit, Springfield, OH
The museum will tell the stories of what happened at Gadsden’s Wharf and Beyond with interactive, innovative exhibits and educational programs.
The Center for Family History will help visitors explore their family trees. The African Ancestors Memorial Garden will commemorate the shoreline and wharf area in a quiet, contemplative atmosphere.
International African American Museum, Charleston, SC
The museum documents the journey that began in Africa centuries ago, and still continues today.

National Museum of African American History and Culture, Washington, D.C.

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[su_tooltip style=”color” position=”top” shadow=”no” rounded=”no” size=”default” title=”” content=”The National Civil Rights Museum shares the culture and lessons of the civil rights movement and explores its effects globally. The museum is located at the former Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. Visitors learn via films, oral histories, interactive media, and special events about the ongoing battle for civil rights. Can’t visit in person? Take a virtual tour of the museum’s current and past exhibits.” behavior=”hover” close=”no” class=””]National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, Memphis, TN[/su_tooltip]

The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Kansas City, Missouri

Buffalo Soldiers National Museum, Houston, TX commemorates the history of African Americans in the United States military through exhibits, performances, reenactments, and other programming. Though named for the famous post-Civil War-era buffalo soldiers, the museum also highlights the participation of black Americans in other conflicts.
Virtual: Learn about the buffalo soldiers and catch glimpses of the museum’s collections on its website. 
The Studio Museum, Harlem, NY
The Studio Museum in Harlem is an American art museum devoted to the work of artists of African descent. Founded in 1968, the museum collects, preserves, and interprets art created by African Americans, members of the African diaspora, and artists from the African continent. Its scope includes exhibitions, artists-in-residence programs, educational and public programming, and a permanent collection.
144 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Birmingham, AL
This is a large interpretive museum and research center in Birmingham, Alabama that depicts the struggles of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s.
1520 16th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203. 
The National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center, Wilberforce, OH opened more than 30 years ago as one of the first national museums of its kind. Located near two historically black universities…University and Central State University.
The museum houses thousands of artifacts, artwork, and a rich archive and hosts an impressive number of special programs and changing exhibits. Virtual visitors can enjoy hundreds of digitized artifacts, such as military unit photographs, football game programs, news clippings, letters, and more.
1350 Brush Row Rd, Wilberforce, OH 45384. 
Northwest African American Museum, Seattle, WA
The Northwest African-American Museum does an exemplary job of showcasing the history, art, and culture of the African-American community in the Pacific Northwest. Visitors can explore the Northwest’s history through a deep-diving permanent collection that includes exhibits on everything from African-American settlers in the area to Seattle’s golden age of Jazz in the 1920s.
 2300 S Massachusetts St, Seattle, WA 98144


Future Jobs and careers

College degrees offer a pathway to career opportunities and unlimited earning potential. However, the surging global workplace has rapidly expanded and provides for more technical skills opportunities. Learning innovations like STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), have opened up more opportunities for far-rearching student participation. 

How the future is shaping up. 

Some of the top community college degrees and certifications:

•  Computer Science
•  Economics
•  Accounting
•  Engineering
•  Business Administration
•  Sociology/Social Work
•  Mathematics/Statistics
•  Psychology
•  History/Political Science
•  Healthcare

Some of the top community college degrees and certifications:

  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Radiation Therapists
  • Nuclear Technicians
  • Nuclear Medicine Technologists
  • Dental Hygienists
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
  • Cardiovascular Technologists
    and Technicians

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TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS

Technical colleges offer a unique education experience for those who seek alternative options to going to college. 

  • Air traffic controller
  • Radiation therapist
  • Nuclear technician
  • Nuclear medicine technologist
  • Dental hygienist
  • Web developer
  • Electrical and electronics engineering technician
  • Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians

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VOCATIONAL TRADES

Students (and adults who are looking to improve their quality of workmanship) find themselves deciding whether to go to college or join the workforce.  Vocational schools offer top training in a variety of skills without the high cost of regular college expenses. 

Highest-paying trade careers
  • Licensed practical nurse
  • HVAC technician
  • Home inspector
  • Plumber
  • Electrician
  • Landscape designer
  • Boilermaker
  • Respiratory therapist

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