The Atlanta University Center Consortium
Center for Excellence in Public and Government Service held its
first A.T.I. Summer Leadership Training where the goal
was empowering HBCU students to become leaders in
government service.
ATLANTA, Aug. 31,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As a new school year begins over
a dozen students are beginning with a new perspective of what
government service looks like as a career. AUCC's CFE was
established in 2023 through a $2M
grant secured by Congresswoman Nikema
Williams (GA-05) to fund a Center to train HBCU students
for a wide range of public service careers. The Atlanta University
Center Consortium Center for Excellence in Public Service is the
first designed for HBCU students.
This summer, a groundbreaking 8-week training program unfolded,
offering an unparalleled journey for scholars and setting a new
standard for experiential learning. The program, an immersive blend
of professional development and hands-on experience, included a
transformative week in Washington,
D.C., where participants were in the heart of American
political and federal systems, interacting with nearly two dozen
federal agencies, from the CDC to the Department of Homeland
Security, and even the Pentagon—this cohort of students was the
first group of HBCU students to be hosted by the office.
Dr. Anika A. Evans, Program
Manager for CFE, "This summer has been nothing short of
transformative, informative, and exhilarating. Witnessing the
dedication and passion of the A.T.I. Scholars has been truly
heart-warming. These remarkable young leaders are not only
committed to public service but are also embodying a higher
standard of service and leadership."
According to Dr. Evans, over this intensive program, students
delved into a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip them with
essential skills for the future. The training covered a broad
spectrum of topics including federal resume building, Office
Etiquette, Public Speaking, and the Foundations of American
Political Systems. This holistic approach not only sharpened their
professional skills but also provided them with a deep
understanding of the mechanisms driving our nation's governance,
she explained.
Applications for the next round of the A.T.I. Leadership Cohort
will open in Fall 2024. For updates and more information, follow
CFE on LinkedIn and HBCUs and federal agencies interested in
collaboration or learning more about engagement opportunities can
contact the department at aucc_cfe@aucenter.edu and
https://cfe.aucenter.edu/.
View the full release and list of cohorts here:
https://aucenter.edu/aucc-inaugural-program-graduates-16-cohorts-from-11-hbcus-across-the-country/
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