Empowered By
2010 - 2011 SCHEDULE
HUNTER COLLEGE
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*all events are free but require check-in at the Tour Zone for credentials
saturday june 4th
8:00 – 3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION
Hunter West Lobby/Security Desk
8:30 – 9:45 a.m.
BREAKFAST
Hunter West Lobby
8:30 – 3:30 p.m.
EMPOWER ME TOUR ZONE
Walk Way
Interactive Gaming Stations
Hunter West Lobby/3rd, 4th Floor
Live Entertainment
Cafeteria
Exhibits & Give-a-ways
9:15 a.m.
Hunter Tour
Take a first-hand look at a college campus.
9:30 a.m.
Hunter Tour
Take a first-hand look at a college campus.
10:00 – 10:20 a.m.
WELCOME
Hunter North, Auditorium
(69th between Park & Lexington)
Speakers:
Tatyana Ali, Actress & TV Host – Welcome
Fred Mitchell, NE Regional Development Director, UNCF - Remarks
Georgette Dixon, SVP & Director, National Partnerships, Wells Fargo – Remarks
Speaker, Rep, Hunter College – Remarks
Dennis M. Walcott, Chancellor, New York City Public Schools, Video
10:20 – 10:45 a.m.
College Planning Starts Now
Hunter North, Auditorium
It’s never too early to prepare. In this session, we offer the steps starting from middle school through high school. Higher education is an investment in your future.
Speaker: The College Board
11:00 – 12:00
College Applications …You Have To Fill Them Out To Get In!
Hunter West, Rm 615
Learn how to make your application stand out above the rest and find out how to complete applications properly and correctly.
Speaker: Marcia Young Cantarella, Ph.D., Author, I Can Finish College: The Overcome Any Obstacle And Get Your Degree Guide
Take Charge Of Your Financial Future
Hunter West, Rm 415
Hands on Banking®, a user –friendly on-line financial literacy program that helps students take charge of their financial future with money management skills needed for life!
Sponsored by Wells Fargo
It’s Not Just Your Grades That Count: Community Service, Extra-curricular & Internships Are Key!
Hunter West, Rm
It’s about the entire person when applying to schools. Find out how you can present yourself as a complete package by getting involved with community service, extra-curricular activities, sports and internships. They are a MUST!
PSAT. SAT. ACT. They Matter. Do You Know Why?
Hunter West, Rm
Uncover the resources available and steps necessary to properly prepare for these key tests. How do you score your best?
Speaker: Akil Bello, Co-Founder/Vice Pres. of Educational Dev., Bell Curves L.L.C
Have You Decided On A Career?
Hunter West, Rm
So, you’ve always wanted to be a film maker, an engineer or lawyer? Do you really know what the job involves? Find out from industry experts - just what they do every day.
Moderator: Marcia Wade Talbert, Technology Editor, Black Enterprise magazine
Speakers:
Trevite A. Willis, Producer/Film maker, Southern Fried Filmwork
Treena Livingston Arinzeh, Ph.D, Biomedical Engineer
Rore Middleton Esq., Sr. Manager Corp. Compliance, Purdue Pharmaceuticals
Richard Levychin, CPA, Partner, KBL, LLL Certified Public Accountants and Advisors
Selecting A College That’s Right For You!
Hunter West, Rm
Learn how to choose the right college for your personality and goals.
Speaker: Donna Michelle Anderson, CEO, The CLIC Network
Skype: One-on-One With College Admissions Officers
Hunter West, Rm
Hear directly from admission officers about what it takes to get into their school.
Fisk University
Hampton University (TBD)
Gates Millennium Scholars Program (Invitation Only)
Hunter North, Auditorium
GMS will select 1,000 talented students to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. Gates Millennium Scholars receives personal and professional development through leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career.
LUNCH
Hunter West, Cafeteria
Health Kitchen, Healthy Cooking Demonstration
A healthy you starts with a healthy kitchen. Join Chef Kevin Sbraga for a demonstration on how to prepare healthy meals for you and your family.
Chef Kevin Sbraga, Winner, Top Chef DC, Bravo TV
Don’t Forget to Stop by the EMPOWER ME TOUR ZONE
12:15 – 1:00
College Applications … You Have To Fill Them Out To Get In!
Hunter West, Rm 615
Learn how to make your application stand out above the rest and find out how to complete the applications properly and correctly.
Speaker: Dr. Marcia Young Cantarella, Ph.D., Author, I Can Finish College: The Overcome Any Obstacle And Get Your Degree Guide
It’s Not Just Your Grades That Count: Community Service, Extra-curricular & Internships Are Key!
Hunter West, Rm
It’s about the entire person when applying to schools. Find out how you can present yourself as a complete package by getting involved with community service, extra-curricular activities, sports and internships. They are a MUST!
PSAT. SAT. ACT. They Matter. Do You Know Why?
Hunter West, Rm 415
Uncover the resources available and steps necessary to properly prepare for these key tests. How do you score your best?
Speaker: Akil Bello, Co-Founder/Vice Pres. of Educational Dev., Bell Curves LLC
Have You Decided On A Career?
Hunter West, Rm
So, you’ve always wanted to be a performer, on-air talent, or IT specialist? Do you really know what the job involves? Find out from industry experts - just what they do every day.
Moderator: Marcia Wade Talbert, Technology Editor, Black Enterprise magazine
Speakers:
Priscilla Owens, Hunter College
Jay Harris, ESPN
Randal Pinkett, President, BCT
Selecting A College That’s Right For You!
Hunter West, Rm
Learn how to choose the right college for your personality and goals.
Speaker: Donna Michelle Anderson, CEO, The CLIC Network
Skype: One-on-One With College Admissions Officers
Hunter West, Rm
Hear directly from admission officers about what it takes to get into their school.
LUNCH
Hunter West, Cafeteria
Health Kitchen, Healthy Cooking Demonstration
A healthy you starts with a healthy kitchen. Join Chef Kevin Sbraga for a demonstration on how to prepare healthy meals for you and your family.
Chef Kevin Sbraga, Top Chef DC, Bravo TV
Don’t Forget to Stop by the EMPOWER ME TOUR ZONE
1:15 – 2:15
College Applications … You Have To Fill Them Out To Get In!
Hunter West, Rm 615
Learn how to make your application stand out above the rest and find out how to complete the applications properly and correctly.
Speaker: Dr. Marcia Young Cantarella, PhD, Author, I Can Finish College: The Overcome Any Obstacle And Get Your Degree Guide
Take Charge Of Your Financial Future
Hunter West, Rm 415
Hands on Banking®, a user –friendly on-line financial literacy program that helps students take charge of their financial future with money management skills needed for life!
Sponsored by Wells Fargo
It’s Not Just Your Grades That Count: Community Service, Extra-curricular & Internships Are Key!
Hunter West, Rm
It’s about the entire person when applying to schools. Find out how you can present yourself as a complete package by getting involved with community service, extra-curricular activities, sports and internships. They are a MUST!
PSAT. SAT. ACT. They Matter. Do You Know Why?
Hunter West, Rm
Uncover the resources available and steps necessary to properly prepare for these key tests. How do you score your best?
Speaker: Akil Bello, Co-Founder/Vice Pres. of Educational Dev., Bell Curves L.L.C
Have You Decided On A Career?
Hunter West, Rm
So, you’ve always wanted to work in the music industry or help others as a social worker? Do you really know what the job involves? Find out from industry experts - just what they do every day.
Moderator: Marcia Wade Talbert, Technology Editor, Black Enterprise magazine
Selecting A College That’s Right For You!
Hunter West, Rm
Learn how to choose the right college for your personality and goals.
Speaker: Donna Michelle Anderson, CEO, The CLIC Network
Skype: One-on-One With College Admissions Officers
Hunter West, Rm
Hear directly from admission officers about what it takes to get into their school.
LUNCH
Hunter West Cafeteria
Health Kitchen, Healthy Cooking Demonstration
A healthy you starts with a healthy kitchen. Join Chef Kevin Sbraga for a demonstration on how to prepare healthy meals for you and your family.
Chef Kevin Sbraga, Winner, Top Chef DC, Bravo TV
Don’t Forget to Stop by the EMPOWER ME TOUR ZONE
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Girl Talk: Defining Your Pretty (Girls Only)
Hunter North, Auditorium
Discuss issues that are facing you today. Our celebrities will offer encouragement, empowerment and practical tools for success.
Moderator: Wendy Williams
Image Presentation: Lisa Cambridge-Mitchell, SVP Marketing, JIVE Label Group
5:00 video presentation
Speakers:
Tatyana Ali
Kim Coles
Ledisi
Monique (Mo) Jackson
Kita Williams
Ties vs. Timbs Where Do You Fit In Brother? (Boys Only)
Hunter West Cafeteria
Discuss issues that are facing you today. Our celebrities will offer encouragement, empowerment and practical tools for success.
Moderator: Warren Ballentine
Speakers:
Amir Windom
James Brown, ESPN
Michael J. Sorrell, President, Paul Quinn College
DeMarco Morgan, WNBC News 4, Anchor
Managing The Rising Cost Of College
College can become extremely costly; our panel of experts will offer ways to manage your child’s education.
Parents Workshop (English)
Hunter West, Rm 615
Speakers:
Wells Fargo
UNCF
Parents Workshop (Spanish)
Hunter West, Rm 415
Speakers:
Wells Fargo
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
How To Apply To The High School Of Your Choice
(Middle School Parents)
Hunter West, Rm
Getting into college starts with getting into the high school of your choice. But, how do you apply and manage. Our expert will offer you the tools needed to get into the school of your choice.
Presented by Dept. of Education
Elizabeth Sciabarra, Chief Executive for New Schools Development
3:45 – 4:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness: Protecting Yourself
Hunter West, Rm 615
Speakers:
Dr. Ian K. Smith, Health expert & Author of EAT: The Effortless Weight Loss Solution
Dr. Elisa English, Mental Health expert
Marvelyn Brown, Author, The Naked Truth: Young Beautiful, & (HIV) Positive
Brand You (Boys Only)
Hunter West, Rm 415
This “Brand You” session is a fast-paced, hands-on workshop all about personal branding.
Speakers:
Boris Kodjoe, ALFA (www.worldofalfa.com)
James Brown, ESPN
Campus Couture (Girls Only)
Hunter West, Rm
Sponsored by MACY*S
English, Math and Chemistry … but what about Fashion? What should you wear to class, to the internship or your job interview? Models will show you what’s the “perfect” outfit to wear and answer all of your fashion questions. The do’s and don’ts – what’s appropriate?
Speaker: Shamika Lackey, Director College Relations, MACY*S
Where Knowledge is Power & Manners Are Key!
Hunter West, Rm
How do you present yourself? Communication, dining, social graces, grooming and digital etiquette are just some of the skills that will be reviewed in this workshop.
Sponsored by: Swan Noir
Speaker: Stephanie Hunt, Founder/Director, Swan Noir, LLC
HBCUs: The Black College Experience
Hunter North, Auditorium
Uncover the Historically Black College and University experience. We will showcase the unique vision of culture, history and tradition that only an HBCU can offer.
-Greek Step Show
Speaker: Michael J. Sorrell, President, Paul Quinn College
Is Your Child Ready To Go To College? (Parents)
This session taught in both English and Spanish will identify the steps to prepare your child for college.
Parents Workshop (English)
Hunter West, Rm
Parents Workshop (Spanish)
Hunter West, Rm
Brand You
Hunter West, Rm
A fast-paced, hands-on workshop all about personal branding.
Speaker: Monica Cost, Communications Strategist, Brand Consultant & Speaker
4:45 – 6:00
Keeping it Real: This Is Your Passport To College
Hunter North, Auditorium
Our final panel will provide practical advice for all students pursuing their goals and what to do to avoid the common pitfalls.
Wells Fargo Remarks
Special guest performance by R & B artist
Moderator: Terrence J., Actor, Host & TV personality, BET’s 106 & Park
Speakers:
Kim Coles
Ledisi
Monique (Mo) Jackson
Kita Williams
Tatyana Ali
Warren Ballentine
Boris Kodjoe
RAFFLE
Macy’s gift card, Kaplan Scholarship
6:15 – 7:00
Meet & Greet
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