Black Empowerment Summit 2025 Workshop: Roots to Rise: The Power of Black Culture in Shaping the Future (E-242)

Culture is more than identity—it’s power. This session dives into the influence of Black culture in media, business, and social movements, highlighting how students can leverage their heritage to drive innovation, representation, and community upliftment. Embrace the power of your story and learn how to shape the future while honoring the past.

Moderator:

• Jamie Corrodus, Fatherhood Academy (CUNY LaGuardia)

Panelist:

• Dr. Jamel Hudson, Lecturer of Rhetoric and Public Advocacy, Communication Studies (Baruch)
• Kurt Sealey, Executive Director, (MentorUp)
• Dr. Maria DeLongoria, Associate Provost for Academic & Faculty Affairs (CUNY Queens College)
• Dr. Theodore Andrews, Assistant Professor of History (CUNY Medgar Evers)

Register for this event.

For more information, contact Rachel Romain at  rcharles@lagcc.cuny.edu.