In this episode of The 411 Live, we highlight the HBCU Connection Scholarship Program, which aims to assist students who plan to continue their education at an accredited Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and address social and racial disparities faced by young people in Milwaukee. Beverly Taylor is joined by Steve Radke, President of Northwestern Mutual Foundation, and D’Essence Johnson, a scholarship recipient at Miles College.
We discuss the importance of realizing the full potential of talented individuals and the positive impact it can have on the community. D’Essence shares her experiences of starting college, the emotions she has gone through since leaving home and life lessons she has learned.
This episode explores the importance of cultivating the talent pool in Milwaukee and the potential impact it can have on the city. Tune in for real talk and insights into this important initiative.
[00:03:30] HBCU Connection Scholarship.
[00:05:27] Importance of HBCUs
[00:09:15] Breaking generational curse.
[00:12:48] Building relationships beyond money.
[00:18:28] Brain drain and future leaders.
[00:21:44] Overcoming struggles and finding strength.
[00:24:18] Northwestern Mutual Foundation’s impact.
Contact Info
Northwestern Mutual Foundation
Corporate headquarters
720 East Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 271-1444
Website: northwesternmutual-foundation.com
Meet the 9 Recipients of Northwestern Mutual’s HBCU Connection Scholarship
Northwestern Mutual Hometown HBCU Connection Scholarship
JOIN THE CONVERSATION
Our favorite part of this podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on social media, and in our comments section.
