U.S. Army and 100 Black Men of America host local students during "College Tour" at the University of Houston

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognizing the importance of leadership development, the U.S. Army has partnered with the Houston Chapter of 100 Black Men of America (100BMOA) to engage and inform local high school students on the countless opportunities available to them while in pursuit of their college degrees and career goals. The U.S. Army and 100BMOA will host students from Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy, Channelview High School, Westside High School, Phillis Wheatley High School, and Cashmere Garden High School among others, for a half-day college orientation event at the University of Houston on Oct. 11, 2018 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The U.S. Army opens doors and provides access to higher education, developing leaders through academic scholarships, educational support and advanced training in more than 150 career paths including in high-demand fields such as information technology, engineering and healthcare, among others.

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WHAT: The tour event will consist of a half-day campus visit that provides students and their chaperones or parents a window into the workings of college life. Attendees will hear from representatives of the 100BMOA staff, University of Houston administration officials, student ambassadors, and Army representatives from local commands. Representatives will conduct a series of presentations on leadership, admissions requirements and financial aid, as well as discuss the resources available to help prepare, apply and pay for college.

SOUNDS/VISUALS:

• Students tour the University of Houston campus
• Informative presentations on Admissions and Financial Aid
• Leadership Roundtable to help guide future opportunities and success
• Interactive panel discussion with Soldiers and ROTC cadets
• Scholarship Award Presentations to 2 ROTC cadets

INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:  Regarding scholarships, leadership and educational opportunities

WHEN:  Oct. 11, 2018 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE:  Hilton University of Houston at 4800 Calhoun Road, Houston TX 77204

About the Army Marketing and Research Group:
The Army Marketing and Research Group (AMRG) is the U.S. Army's national marketing and marketing research and analysis organization. The AMRG develops innovative and effective ways to: connect with the American public and make the Army more accessible and understood; increase awareness of both the benefits and value of Army service; and motivate the most qualified candidates to choose the Army as their service of choice.

CONTACT INFORMATION:                

Pauline Barfield
212-736-0404 / 917-620-1311
[email protected]

Monique Tapie
Phone: 917-757-4866
[email protected]

SOURCE Army Marketing and Research Group

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