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Hampton, Va. (Nov. 21, 2023) – Earlier this year PepsiCo announced the inaugural “Pepsi x Mary J. Blige Strength of a Woman Scholarship” named after Mary J. Blige’s festival and summit of the same name, as part of a shared mission to celebrate and advocate for Black women.

On Tuesday, November 28, Mary J. Blige will be on-campus alongside PepsiCo’s Kent Montgomery, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations and Multicultural Development, to present the scholarship to a Hampton University female student.

Totaling $60,000 to be unlocked over two years, the scholarship covers costs for half of the student’s undergraduate education, with this year’s $30,000 reward eligible to be automatically renewed the following year, pending maintenance of academic standing.

The scholarship is part of PepsiCo’s ongoing support of HBCUs, building on this year’s HBCU tour that includes recruitment efforts and $250,000 in donations to fight campus food insecurity, and more.

About PepsiCo PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $86 billion in net revenue in 2022, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com, and follow on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.

ABOUT HAMPTON UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1868, Hampton University has been the Standard of Excellence in higher education for over 150 years. Rich in history and tradition, Hampton University is recognized as one of the top historically black colleges and universities in the world, and recently named the top private university in Virginia. Hampton provides a broad range of technical, liberal arts and graduate degree programs. HU is a tightly-knit community of learners and educators representing 49 states and 35 territories and nations.

For more information, contact Sarita Scott, in the HU University Relations Office, at 757.727.5253.

“Elevating Community Excellence Together”

Hampton, Va. (November 21, 2023) – Hampton University will host the second annual Community Gala, “Elevating Community Excellence Together,” on Friday, December 1, at 7pm, at the Hampton Roads Convention Center The event is open to the public.

“The Hampton University Community Gala is sure to be an unforgettable experience, bringing together the spirit of community and celebration under the stars,” said Apryl Roberts, HU Director of Protocol. “Last year’s inaugural gala was one to be remembered. The gala is not just an event; it’s a celebration. We aim to bring people together in a joyous atmosphere, fostering a sense of unity as an end of the year commemoration.”

Hampton University invites residents, local businesses, and friends to join in the festivities, fostering connections and creating lasting memories.

Attendees can look forward to a night of glamour, highlighted by a live band, exquisite dining experiences, several planned surprises and opportunities to connect with fellow community members.

Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite at the following link: Hampton University Community Gala Tickets, Fri, Dec 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite.

Founded in 1868, Hampton University has been the Standard of Excellence in higher education for over 150 years. Rich in history and tradition, Hampton University is recognized as one of the top historically black colleges and universities in the world, and recently named the top private university in Virginia. Hampton provides a broad range of technical, liberal arts and graduate degree programs. HU is a tightly-knit community of learners and educators representing 49 states and 35 territories and nations.

For more information, contact Sarita Scott, in the HU University Relations Office, at 757.727.5253.

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HU Alumna Racquel Oden, of HSBC Bank USA, to Address the 131st Founder’s Day, Jan. 28

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Hampton, Va. (November 20, 2023) – Hampton University is proud to welcome Alumna Racquel Oden ‘98, managing director, HSBC Bank USA, as the keynote speaker for the 131st Founder’s Day on Sunday, Jan. 28th, at 11:30am in Robert C. Ogden Hall. The event is free and open to the public.

“It is indeed an honor to welcome Keynote Speaker and Hamptonian Racquel Oden back to her alma mater,” said HU President Darrell K. Williams. “I am also proud to continue in the Hampton tradition of celebrating Founder’s Day. Our visionary founder, General Samuel Chapman Armstrong, believed in ‘an education that encompassed the head, the heart, and the hands.’ We look forward to continuing his principles.”

Founder’s Day activities will also include the commemorative wreath-placing ceremony at the gravesite of HU’s founder, Brigadier General Samuel Chapman Armstrong, in the HU Cemetery at 9:30 a.m.

Oden has enjoyed a career in finance that spans over two decades. Oden was recently named the head of Wealth and Personal Banking for HSBC Bank USA, leading the bank’s wealth management, global private banking and retail businesses in the US and distribution for Latin America. Oden joined HSBC from JPMorgan Chase where she was Managing Director and Head of Network Expansion overseeing the Consumer Bank’s growth strategy and branch network in 25 states. She previously led the Consumer Bank’s National Sales team servicing 20 million customers in 48 states and driving sales across the firm.

Oden received an M.B.A. from HU and a B.A. in Political Science from James Madison University.

ABOUT HAMPTON UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1868, Hampton University has been the Standard of Excellence in higher education for over 150 years. Rich in history and tradition, Hampton University is recognized as one of the top historically black colleges and universities in the world, and recently named the top private university in Virginia. Hampton provides a broad range of technical, liberal arts and graduate degree programs. HU is a tightly-knit community of learners and educators representing 49 states and 35 territories and nations.

For more information, contact Sarita Scott, in the HU University Relations Office, at 757.727.5253.

Media Advisory

WHAT: She Cares Wellness Pod Ribbon Cutting

WHEN: Thursday, November 2, 2023, 10am ET

WHERE: HU Eva C. Mitchell Lawn

WHY: The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) and kate spade new york will host a ribbon cutting for the Hampton University “She Care Wellness Pod,” their joint program which aims to expand access to frontline mental wellness care to women on the Hampton University campus. The event is open to select members of the media.

With the “She Care Wellness Pod,” BLHF and kate spade new york, bring additional access to mental health facilities and resources to Black women on HU’s campus. The “She Care Wellness Pod” is a physical structure installed on campus that offers a wide range of services, including:

· Free mental health therapy sessions for female students experiencing an exacerbation of stress, anxiety and hopelessness.

· Hangout spaces that allow students to connect with peers or avoid isolation and grief during the school year and vacation periods.

· Unique programming including yoga, meditation, art and drama therapy, African dance, nutrition and more, all provided by certified practitioners.

· Workshops that offer resources and tools for those who suffer with anxiety, sleep deprivation and insomnia.

· Quiet spaces for silence, rest and respite to reset from daily stressors.