Student of Color

The Fleishman Center recognizes the historic challenges encountered by students of color at predominantly white institutions. This affinity group provides a space for students of color to connect with alumni, faculty, staff, and peers to create a strong network, share experiences, and be informed about events that empower your career success. We have a variety of resources for Black, Hispanic and Latinx, Native American and Indigenous Peoples, Asian and Pacific Islanders, and biracial students.  Explore events and articles that speak to your identity.    

Understanding The Emotional Tax On Black Professionals In The Workplace

Corporate hiring managers no longer need to argue the case for diversity. Data from the Pew Research Center suggests that eight-in-ten Americans value racial and ethnic diversity in the workplace, with 45% of survey respondents citing diverse perspectives and equal …

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Intuitive’s Kamilah Brewton on Establishing Her Space as a Woman of Color in Business

Despite it being an area infamous for violence and discrimination, Kamilah Brewton is proud of where she comes from.

“I smile when I say that I’m from the South Side of Chicago because it’s contributed to my survival and grit,” …

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Student Leader Spotlight: Elidenya Peña

The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development sat down with Elidenya Peña, a first-generation student triple majoring in Biology, Africana Studies, and Public Health. She aims to obtain a Ph.D. in Epidemiology specializing in Women’s Health and Cancer! Please …

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Wage Gap With Black Women

In 1962, the iconic, notorious and celebrated civil rights leader Malcolm X stated that the most unprotected person in America is the Black woman. When he made that statement, Black women experienced every degradation imaginable in the United States. Progressivism …

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We make it simple for diversity-driven job seekers and employers to find each other.
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Featured Resources

This episode of the Young Black and Professional Podcast features Attorney Jessica Tehlirian, a Personal Injury Trial Lawyer in Atlanta, …

Join this insightful Q&A session with your host Kimberly and Career Masterclass on how to make the best power moves …

African American Professional Associations

Compilation of links to the leading African American professional associations, many with career and job sites of their own, collected …

National Urban League Job Network

The Urban League Job Network is backed by the National Urban League and is dedicated to helping diverse students find …

Welcome to the Your Next Move podcast! Meet your host, Kimberly Cummings, a career and leadership expert who helps women …

If you’ve ever wondered why you didn’t get a call back from a job you knew you were qualified for …

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