University Life & Career Growth

Succeeding in Virtual Interviews: A Complete Guide

In today's fast-paced, digitally driven world, virtual interviews have become the norm. Mastering the nuances of remote job interviews is crucial for landing your dream job. Virtual interviews offer convenience and efficiency, but they also present unique challenges. At the Williams-Franklin Foundat...

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Graduating with Honors: Preparing for the Next Chapter

Graduating with honors is a remarkable achievement that reflects years of hard work, discipline, and intellectual dedication. It symbolizes not just academic excellence but the promise of a bright and impactful future. However, as the cap and gown are packed away, the transition to life beyond colle...

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Mental Health and Wellness: Balancing Studies and Self-care

In higher education, balancing academics and personal growth is vital. For HBCU students, unique challenges require tailored strategies for maintaining college mental health and wellness. They juggle academics, social life, and finances, making well-being essential. The Williams-Franklin Foundation ...

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Foundation News & Updates

Another Successful Year: WFF Achievements and 2025 Goals

The Williams-Franklin Foundation (WFF) has long been committed to transforming lives through our mission of supporting students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Reflecting on a decade of impactful service, 2024 marked a milestone year filled with incredible achievements and 2...

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The Williams-Franklin Foundation Named a Top 100 Nonprofit in North America Receiving a PepsiCo Foundation Community Impact Award

The Williams-Franklin Foundation is proud to announce we have been granted a PepsiCo Foundation 2024 Community Impact Award. The PepsiCo Foundation is the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP), one of the world's leading food and beverage companies.  The program is a part of the company'...

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WFF Past Newsletters (2019-2023)

Here at the Williams-Franklin Foundation, we send out a quarterly newsletter to keep our friends and supporters updated on the latest happenings with our organization. Past WFF Newsletters Explore the links below to catch up on archived newsletters from the past four years and don't forget to subscr...

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Students & Alumni

Meet Jemiah Williams

Meet Jemiah Williams of Arlington, Texas, Howard University Class of 2021, and future Legal Correspondent. At an early age, Jemiah asked herself an important question, “what can I do to make a difference in the lives of others?” Searching for the answer led her to Howard University (HU), where s...

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Meet Julia Nichols

Meeting Julia Nichols, graduating class of 2020 at Edward Waters College, and future Computer Software Engineer. Originally from North Little Rock, Arkansas, Ms. Nichols will be a first-generation college graduate, from Edward Waters College in the fall. Like many universities around the country, he...

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Financial Aid & Scholarships

Top Scholarships for HBCU Students: Applications to Watch

As HBCU students excel, financial aid and scholarships provide vital support, easing burdens and unlocking opportunities. Navigating options can be daunting, but it's essential for those striving to reach their full potential. This article highlights some significant upcoming scholarship opportuniti...

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Grow, Save, and Thrive: A Journey to Financial Wellness with Monica Davis

On January 26, the Williams-Franklin Foundation hosted an insightful “Personal Finance 101” webinar featuring Monica Davis, Founder and Managing Partner of MFD Advisory where all things financial wellness were discussed. Joining the discussion were WFF alumni Olivia Aiken and Virgil Parker. MFD ...

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