About HBCU IN LA
In 2017 under the Obama administration, EICOP joined forces with the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities and launched its signature program, HBCU in LA.
The HBCU in LA Internship Program provides a select group of diverse student leaders the opportunity to participate in a paid 8-10-week immersive internship. Providing experience essential for launching and leveraging a career inside Hollywood’s coveted inner circle.
The program focuses on placing talented students in competitive internships with major studios, networks, production and talent agencies.
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How do you pivot with purpose?
In this inspiring interview, we sit down with Hannah Powell, Morgan State University alum and current Executive Assistant to the VP of Social Media at Disney’s National Geographic to discuss how she turned rejection into redirection!
Comment “HANNAH” to check out the full interview!👇🏾
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🌍 A global icon. A cultural architect.
Beyoncé doesn’t just make music—she makes movements. With projects like Lemonade and Black Is King, she honors ancestry, empowers Black identity, and reclaims the narrative.
She’s built an empire while staying rooted in purpose, power, and pride. 👑 #Beyonce #BlackIsKing #CulturalIcon #BlackWomensHistoryMonth
Today we highlight HBCU Alum, Hope Bryant, who secured her first full-time role at NBCUniversal as a West Coast Page. 🤩
“Being part of the HBCUINLA community has meant the world to me, and every summer, I looked forward to spending time with the cohort and being in LA. I truly couldn’t have done it without the encouragement and opportunities you’ve provided..." - Hope Bryant
Congratulations on your success Hope! We are so proud of you! 👏
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