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About The College Fair |
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2018 Event - Photo credits compliments of Wake Up Call Media
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2017 Event - Photo credits compliments of Wake Up Call Media
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Destination HBCU: College Fair
This annual event has been organized by the Cleveland Council of Black Colleges Alumni Association. The association is an impressive group that is comprised of graduates and supporters of any accredited public or private HBCUs that reside in the Greater Cleveland, Ohio area. In its humble beginnings, the fair was primarily supported by a few alumni chapters and reached a meager audience of less than 200 people in the basement of the Antioch Baptist Church or the former African American Museum of Cleveland. Now the event attracts office of admissions personnel, major sponsors, and national attention.
In recent years, the multi-day event attracted the participation of nearly 5,000 students, parents and educators. Students are able to complete admissions applications, gain on-site acceptance and receive scholarship offers immediately.
From the rigorous academic offerings, legacy, historic landmarks, influential graduates and student engagement; these institutions can truly bear witness that with hard work, perseverance, and commitment – a student can fulfill their dreams and prepare for the challenges ahead. The HBCUs represented and other exhibitors in attendance will certainly add value to the students served to allow them to witness to understand the proud history and traditions of HBCUs while proving their relevancy for today and how they can prosper as a student for the next four years.
In recent years, the multi-day event attracted the participation of nearly 5,000 students, parents and educators. Students are able to complete admissions applications, gain on-site acceptance and receive scholarship offers immediately.
From the rigorous academic offerings, legacy, historic landmarks, influential graduates and student engagement; these institutions can truly bear witness that with hard work, perseverance, and commitment – a student can fulfill their dreams and prepare for the challenges ahead. The HBCUs represented and other exhibitors in attendance will certainly add value to the students served to allow them to witness to understand the proud history and traditions of HBCUs while proving their relevancy for today and how they can prosper as a student for the next four years.
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The goals of the fair are to:
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Meet Our 2019 Team
The President of the Cleveland Council of Black Colleges Alumni Association, Anthony has been an avid supporter of HBCU’s through his service to the UNCF and his alma mater. Mr. Brown, an educator with Cleveland Metropolitan Schools is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. He is an accomplished artist having performed in several stage plays, films and musicals performances. As the leader of this impressive group, Anthony continues to set new goals with proven strategies while staying grounded in belief that we all can achieve more. When he is not working with the alumni, he serves the Cleveland School of Arts High School as the Dean of Admissions & Student Success.
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Lester Holmes, a 1999 graduate of Wilberforce University has served as Chairman of the HBCU College Fair since 2011. Mr. Holmes, a former reporter with the Associated Newspapers of Michigan is now an employee of Cuyahoga County. He is also the President of the Cleveland Chapter of the Wilberforce University Alumni Association and Vice President of the Delta Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
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TIAMARSHAE JOHNSON
Event Co-Chair Ego Trip Media 
TiaMarshae E. Johnson specializes in creating multi-media marketing strategies for corporate executives, entrepreneurs, coaches, speakers, authors, small and mid-size businesses, educational institutions and non-profit organizations. As an industry expert she excels in developing and orchestrating comprehensive strategies; that leverage, increase, and engage clients, and the public to assist them in growing and highlighting their brand, services, and expertise.
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Anthony Battaglia is the Director of Career and College Readiness for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District since 2016. The portfolio of work includes Gifted Education, Advanced Placement, True2U (8th grade mentoring), Transition to High School, Naviance, Online Learning, guidance counselor administration, and scheduling. Prior to his time with the district, Anthony spent six years with College Now Greater Cleveland embedded in the GEAR UP Parma and East Cleveland Upward Bound programs.
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Ruth E Ray, M.Ed. is a proud 1998 graduate of The Central State University. Ruth currently serves as the Secondary Academic Coordinator for the Warrensville City School Districts. She is member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority incorporated and has serve over 10 years on the youth committee The Rhoer Club. Ruth’s dedication and commitment has given her the opportunity to serve our youth of the North East Ohio area and beyond for almost 20 years. Education Exposure and Expectation are the core values she has been proud to share with all youth she has encountered.
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ANGELICA M. DANDRIDGE
Development/Marketing Coordinator Spelman College 
An entrepreneur & self-taught designer, Angelica loves to strategize the aesthetic pulse of a brand and the best practice of a business. Starting with musical roots, she graduated from Spelman College with a bachelor's degree in Music studying voice. She went on to study Arts Management, completing my Master's degree at George Mason University.
Specializing in creating a digital presence that works as that business partner always wanted – effortlessly communicating a message and instilling trust in your potential customer. When your website works for you, you spend less time convincing clients they need you, and more time living life. |
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Alexandria Horton
Vendor Recruitment Coordinator Howard University 
Alexandria Horton, a native of beautiful San Diego, California has been committed to HBCU’s for many years. As a graduate of two stellar HBCUs, Howard University (BA) and Thurgood Marshall School of Law(JD), she is no stranger to the many wonderful benefits a HBCU education can provide. Ms. Horton is committed to helping survivors of domestic violence and abuse as well as helping immigrant families worldwide. She is also a member or Sigma Gamma Rho, Sorority, Inc.
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JaMilla Parker
Workshop Coordinator Wilberforce University 
From teaching youth at Sunday School to mentoring youth as a College Now volunteer, JaMilla Parker is dedicated to helping young people excel. Ms. Parker is a 1998 graduate of Wilberforce University and served her country with distinction as an officer in the US Army. Ms. Parker is now an employee of the Federal government. She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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