Local Youth out of McKeesport Bound for HBCUs to Receive Scholarships and Community Send-off in Monroeville
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Posted By: Reginald Claremont on July 29, 2026 McKeesport HBCU Vision, a dedicated community organization supporting students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities, will host its 5th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser & Send-off Celebration. This heart-warming event brings together local alumni, families, and community leaders to celebrate and financially support Monroeville and McKeesport-area students before they depart for their respective campuses. Among this year’s recognized scholarship awardees are Jurnee Murphy, a rising sophomore at Xavier University of Louisiana, and Safiyah Allen-Crane, a rising junior at Clark Atlanta University. Both students have demonstrated exceptional academic performance and a deep commitment to community leadership. EVENT DETAILS • WHAT: McKeesport HBCU Vision 5th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser & Send-off • WHEN: Saturday, August 1st, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM EST • WHERE: Monroeville Public Library 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd. Monroeville PA 15146 (Community Room) • WHO: o Denise Sinkler, Alumna of Clark Atlanta University and Founder of McKeesport HBCU Vision o Jurnee Murphy (Xavier University) & Safiyah Allen-Crane (Clark Atlanta University), Scholarship Recipients o Local HBCU alumni, community advocates, and student families VISUALS & MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES • Scholarship Presentations: Capturing the moments local students receive their awards. • Interviews: Opportunity to speak with founder Denise Sinkler on the vital role HBCUs play in shaping young professionals, as well as the student awardees on what this community support means to them. • Community Support: Great b-roll/stills of local Black alumni representing various historic universities greeting the next generation of scholars. About McKeesport HBCU Vision: Founded by Denise Sinkler, McKeesport HBCU Vision is a community-focused initiative that champions Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The organization provides crucial book scholarships, mentorship, and send-off celebrations to empower McKeesport-area students as they pursue higher education. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Claremont
President, Fulfillment and Web Services, HBCUCONNECT Clark Atlanta University class of 1998 Member Since September 2000 |
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