Career Resources

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Career Resources

The 91Ô­´´ Department of Africana StudentsÌýoffers career resources for students, alumni and friends as well as opportunities to connect with AFRA students and other minority students. Formerly known asÌýBlack American Studies (BAMS), Africana StudiesÌýis an intellectual community committed to producing and advancing knowledge about the rich and varied experiences of Black people across the African Diaspora. Fundamental to our mission is the work of applying knowledge to uplift and empower our communities and inspire social change.

Africana Studies Alumni Community

For students: Connect with Africana Studies alumni

Africana Studies alumni represent a range of industries and interests, including education, law, finance, consulting, information technology, medicine, engineering, event planning, journalismÌýand more!

Our alumni speaker events offer a forum to discuss career interests, seek professional adviceÌýand share questions and concerns about future careers.​ Invited alumni share their expertise and support the career journeys of their fellow Blue Hens.

For alumni: Join our growing network and support 91Ô­´´ students

  • Are you interested in offering students paid internships, mentorship opportunities or in-house training?

Learn more at 91Ô­´´ Alumni & Friends

  • Are you interested in speaking to students in a small-group format or in a classroom; offering materials and resources; and participating in career fairs and events?

Visit 91Ô­´´ Career center

Student ResourcesÌý

Career Development​​

91Ô­´´ students can advance their careers with resources from the 91Ô­´´ Career Center, including:

Financial Literacy

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  • Ìý— Black Enterprise is the premier business, investing, and wealth-building resource for African Americans. Since 1970, Black Enterprise has provided essential business information and advice to professionals, corporate executives, entrepreneurs and decision makers.

  • Ìý— This database contains employers who have voiced their commitment to diversity and have programs to support POC, as well as a list of currently available jobs and internships.​

Leadership

  • Ìý— The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.