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The LaGrant Foundation is accepting scholarship applications for 2011-2012; the deadline is Feb. 28. Applicants must be U.S. citizens/permanent residents and a member of one of the following ethnic groups: African-American, Asian/Pacific-American, Hispanic/Latino, or Native American/Alaska Native. Applicants must be PR, marketing or advertising students -- graduates or undergraduates.
To learn more, visit
www.lagrantfoundation.org
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Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
LaGrant Foundation - Oct. 29 - FREE McCann Workshop (register by Oct. 27)
WHO
The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the number of ethnic minorities in the fields of advertising, marketing and public relations through scholarships, internships, mentoring programs and career development workshops for African American, Native American, Asian Pacific American and Hispanic/Latino undergraduate and graduate students. www.lagrantfoundation.org.
McCann Erickson NY is a full service flagship agency of McCann Erickson Worldwide, the largest and most developed global advertising agency network in the industry, with operations in 180 cities in over 130 countries. Its client roster lists a number of blue- chip companies, including Johnson & Johnson, L’Oreal, MasterCard, Nikon, Staples, and Verizon Wireless. They’ve created many memorable advertising campaigns, including the multi-award-winning “Priceless” campaign for MasterCard, the Staples “Easy Button” work and the long-running “Worth It” campaign for L’Oreal.
WHAT
McCann-Erickson will be hosting a career development workshop in which students will have the opportunity to network with advertising and communication professionals.
By attending the workshop, students will receive exposure to the field, a tool of encouragement to assist with their future success.
This is a FREE event and will include a light lunch. Attire is business and students must bring their resumes.
WHEN
Friday, October 29, 2010
Time: Noon
Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 27, 2010
(Please include your name, email address, phone number, school, major and year)
SPACE IS LIMITED AND STUDENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REGISTER EARLY!
WHERE
McCann-Erickson
622 Third Avenue
New York, New York10017
Contact:
Ericka Avila
Programs Manager
The LAGRANT Foundation
323.469.8680 Ext. 223, erickaavila@lagrant.com
The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the number of ethnic minorities in the fields of advertising, marketing and public relations through scholarships, internships, mentoring programs and career development workshops for African American, Native American, Asian Pacific American and Hispanic/Latino undergraduate and graduate students. www.lagrantfoundation.org.
McCann Erickson NY is a full service flagship agency of McCann Erickson Worldwide, the largest and most developed global advertising agency network in the industry, with operations in 180 cities in over 130 countries. Its client roster lists a number of blue- chip companies, including Johnson & Johnson, L’Oreal, MasterCard, Nikon, Staples, and Verizon Wireless. They’ve created many memorable advertising campaigns, including the multi-award-winning “Priceless” campaign for MasterCard, the Staples “Easy Button” work and the long-running “Worth It” campaign for L’Oreal.
WHAT
McCann-Erickson will be hosting a career development workshop in which students will have the opportunity to network with advertising and communication professionals.
By attending the workshop, students will receive exposure to the field, a tool of encouragement to assist with their future success.
This is a FREE event and will include a light lunch. Attire is business and students must bring their resumes.
WHEN
Friday, October 29, 2010
Time: Noon
Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 27, 2010
(Please include your name, email address, phone number, school, major and year)
SPACE IS LIMITED AND STUDENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REGISTER EARLY!
WHERE
McCann-Erickson
622 Third Avenue
New York, New York10017
Contact:
Ericka Avila
Programs Manager
The LAGRANT Foundation
323.469.8680 Ext. 223, erickaavila@lagrant.com
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Spring 2010 Professional Development Events
February 4 (Thursday) American Advertising Federation (AAF)
FREE MOSAIC Career Fair 2010
New York Athletic Club
180 Central Park South
http://www.aaf.org/default.asp?id=733
* DEADLINE to upload resumes (required) is Thursday, January 28
* Recent graduates may also attend
* Circulate to friends & February ’10 grads
* Students MUST pre-register for career fair online & submit resumes in ADVANCE
* Business attire
* Nearly 30 recruiters are expected
* Excellent opportunity for AAF chapter members and interested students
* AAF membership is not required to attend
February 5 (Friday) LaGrant Foundation
Council of Public Relations Firms & New York University
FREE Career Development Workshop
Noon-4 PM :: NYU Midtown Center, 11 West 42nd St. – Room #431)
(between 5th & 6th Ave., 4th Floor)
http://www.lagrantfoundation.org
* Registration deadline Wednesday, February 3, 2010
* Business attire – additional details below
* Send email to Ericka Avila with name, email address, phone number, school, major and year (junior, senior + when you’ll graduate)
* Space is limited, students advised to register early
* Subject Line should read –
Feb. 5 Career Development Workshop Registration
Contact: Ericka Avila – Programs Manager
The LaGrant Foundation
323.469.8680, ext. 223
erickaavila@lagrant.com
February 10 (Wednesday) - 8 AM
FREE MCA Internship Boot Camp - #492 Shepard Hall
http://www.internshipinsight.blogspot.com
* Complimentary “Basic Training Breakfast” provided
BYOC - Bring Your Own Coffee : )
No advance registration required
If you’re thinking about an internship for Summer or Fall ’10, then this workshop’s for you because deadlines are fast approaching. Ad/PR, Journalism and Film/Video Majors are welcome to attend.
Bring your resumes and questions about potential employers. Seniors and guest speakers will share success strategies as you learn from others who’ve been in the trenches. Student / workplace tip sheets will be provided. Juniors/third year students should attend this session PRIOR to your meeting with Internship Advisor Prof. Lynn Appelbaum.
Boot Camp Drill Sergeant: Prof. Lynne Scott Jackson, #466 Shepard Hall lynne.scottjackson@gmail.com; 917.748.8917 – cell; 212.650.7114-office.
FREE MOSAIC Career Fair 2010
New York Athletic Club
180 Central Park South
http://www.aaf.org/default.asp?id=733
* DEADLINE to upload resumes (required) is Thursday, January 28
* Recent graduates may also attend
* Circulate to friends & February ’10 grads
* Students MUST pre-register for career fair online & submit resumes in ADVANCE
* Business attire
* Nearly 30 recruiters are expected
* Excellent opportunity for AAF chapter members and interested students
* AAF membership is not required to attend
February 5 (Friday) LaGrant Foundation
Council of Public Relations Firms & New York University
FREE Career Development Workshop
Noon-4 PM :: NYU Midtown Center, 11 West 42nd St. – Room #431)
(between 5th & 6th Ave., 4th Floor)
http://www.lagrantfoundation.org
* Registration deadline Wednesday, February 3, 2010
* Business attire – additional details below
* Send email to Ericka Avila with name, email address, phone number, school, major and year (junior, senior + when you’ll graduate)
* Space is limited, students advised to register early
* Subject Line should read –
Feb. 5 Career Development Workshop Registration
Contact: Ericka Avila – Programs Manager
The LaGrant Foundation
323.469.8680, ext. 223
erickaavila@lagrant.com
February 10 (Wednesday) - 8 AM
FREE MCA Internship Boot Camp - #492 Shepard Hall
http://www.internshipinsight.blogspot.com
* Complimentary “Basic Training Breakfast” provided
BYOC - Bring Your Own Coffee : )
No advance registration required
If you’re thinking about an internship for Summer or Fall ’10, then this workshop’s for you because deadlines are fast approaching. Ad/PR, Journalism and Film/Video Majors are welcome to attend.
Bring your resumes and questions about potential employers. Seniors and guest speakers will share success strategies as you learn from others who’ve been in the trenches. Student / workplace tip sheets will be provided. Juniors/third year students should attend this session PRIOR to your meeting with Internship Advisor Prof. Lynn Appelbaum.
Boot Camp Drill Sergeant: Prof. Lynne Scott Jackson, #466 Shepard Hall lynne.scottjackson@gmail.com; 917.748.8917 – cell; 212.650.7114-office.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Reminders
Wednesday, April 22 - Diversity in Advertising Career Day
Free - New York Hilton Hotel (you can register on site)
http://www.diacareerday.com
Today (April 21) is LAST DAY to register for
Friday - April 24 - LaGrant Foundation Workshop at McCann Erickson
What: McCann-Erickson will host a career development workshop where students will have the opportunity to network with advertising and communication professionals.
Students who attend the workshop will receive exposure to the field, a tool of encouragement to assist with their future success.
This is a FREE event and will include a light lunch. Attire is business and students must bring their resumes.
When: Friday, April 24, 2009
Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
(Please include your name, email address, phone number, school, major and year)
SPACE IS LIMITED AND STUDENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REGISTER EARLY!
Where: McCann-Erickson
622 Third Avenue
New York, New York 10017
Contact: Ericka Avila
Programs Manager
The LAGRANT Foundation
323.469.8680 Ext. 223, erickaavila@lagrant.com
Free - New York Hilton Hotel (you can register on site)
http://www.diacareerday.com
Today (April 21) is LAST DAY to register for
Friday - April 24 - LaGrant Foundation Workshop at McCann Erickson
What: McCann-Erickson will host a career development workshop where students will have the opportunity to network with advertising and communication professionals.
Students who attend the workshop will receive exposure to the field, a tool of encouragement to assist with their future success.
This is a FREE event and will include a light lunch. Attire is business and students must bring their resumes.
When: Friday, April 24, 2009
Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
(Please include your name, email address, phone number, school, major and year)
SPACE IS LIMITED AND STUDENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REGISTER EARLY!
Where: McCann-Erickson
622 Third Avenue
New York, New York 10017
Contact: Ericka Avila
Programs Manager
The LAGRANT Foundation
323.469.8680 Ext. 223, erickaavila@lagrant.com
Friday, March 27, 2009
Career Development Workshop @ McCann-Erickson :: April 24 :: Noon - 4:30 PM :: Space Limited :: Register NOW!
Free Advertising / Public Relations Workshop
Who: The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the number of ethnic minorities in the fields of advertising, marketing and public relations through scholarships, internships, mentoring programs and career development workshops for African American, Native American, Asian Pacific American and Hispanic/Latino undergraduate and graduate students. www.lagrantfoundation.org.
McCann Erickson NY is a full service flagship agency of McCann Erickson Worldwide, the largest and most developed global advertising agency network in the industry, with operations in 180 cities in over 130 countries. Its client roster lists a number of blue- chip companies, including Johnson & Johnson, L’Oreal, MasterCard, Nikon, Staples, and Verizon Wireless. They’ve created many memorable advertising campaigns, including the multi-award-winning “Priceless” campaign for MasterCard, the Staples “Easy Button” work and the long-running “Worth It” campaign for L’Oreal.
McCann Erickson Worldwide is a unit of McCann Worldgroup, a leading worldwide marketing communications company that provides ‘Best in Class’ communications capabilities in all regions of the world via: MRM Worldwide (relationship marketing); Momentum Worldwide (event and promotions); McCann Healthcare Worldwide (healthcare communications); Universal McCann (media services); FutureBrand (brand identity); Weber Shandwick (public relations).
What: McCann-Erickson will be hosting a career development workshop in which students will have the opportunity to network with advertising and communication professionals.
By attending the workshop, students will receive exposure to the field, a tool of encouragement to assist with their future success.
This is a FREE event and will include a light lunch. Attire is business and students must bring their resumes.
When: Friday, April 24, 2009
Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
(Please include your name, email address, phone number, school, major and year)
SPACE IS LIMITED AND STUDENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REGISTER EARLY!
Where: McCann-Erickson
622 Third Avenue
New York, New York10017
Contact: Ericka Avila
Programs Manager
The LAGRANT Foundation
323.469.8680 Ext. 223, erickaavila@lagrant.com
Who: The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the number of ethnic minorities in the fields of advertising, marketing and public relations through scholarships, internships, mentoring programs and career development workshops for African American, Native American, Asian Pacific American and Hispanic/Latino undergraduate and graduate students. www.lagrantfoundation.org.
McCann Erickson NY is a full service flagship agency of McCann Erickson Worldwide, the largest and most developed global advertising agency network in the industry, with operations in 180 cities in over 130 countries. Its client roster lists a number of blue- chip companies, including Johnson & Johnson, L’Oreal, MasterCard, Nikon, Staples, and Verizon Wireless. They’ve created many memorable advertising campaigns, including the multi-award-winning “Priceless” campaign for MasterCard, the Staples “Easy Button” work and the long-running “Worth It” campaign for L’Oreal.
McCann Erickson Worldwide is a unit of McCann Worldgroup, a leading worldwide marketing communications company that provides ‘Best in Class’ communications capabilities in all regions of the world via: MRM Worldwide (relationship marketing); Momentum Worldwide (event and promotions); McCann Healthcare Worldwide (healthcare communications); Universal McCann (media services); FutureBrand (brand identity); Weber Shandwick (public relations).
What: McCann-Erickson will be hosting a career development workshop in which students will have the opportunity to network with advertising and communication professionals.
By attending the workshop, students will receive exposure to the field, a tool of encouragement to assist with their future success.
This is a FREE event and will include a light lunch. Attire is business and students must bring their resumes.
When: Friday, April 24, 2009
Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
(Please include your name, email address, phone number, school, major and year)
SPACE IS LIMITED AND STUDENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REGISTER EARLY!
Where: McCann-Erickson
622 Third Avenue
New York, New York10017
Contact: Ericka Avila
Programs Manager
The LAGRANT Foundation
323.469.8680 Ext. 223, erickaavila@lagrant.com
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Lagrant Foundation Scholarship Deadline: February 27
Lagrant Foundation to Award $100,000 in scholarships to Ethnic Minority Students
The Lagrant Foundation (TLF) is accepting applications for $100,000 in scholarships for the 2009/2010 academic year. Applications must be submitted to TLF by Friday, February 27.
Ethnic minority undergraduate and graduate students majoring in advertising, marketing or public relations are eligible for the TLFscholarships. In an effort to increase ethnic minority representation in the communications industry, TLF awards $5,000 scholarships to undergraduate students and $10,000 scholarships to graduate students.
TLF was established in 1998 by Mr. Kim L. Hunter, whose vision is to see more ethnic representation within the fields of advertising, marketing and public relations. By targeting college students, TLF paves the path toward a successful career right from the start.
"It is important to help ethnic minority students achieve their education goals and help guide them toward their future careers," said Founder/Chairman of TLF, Mr. Kim L. Hunter. "By doing this, TLF is helping to create diversity within the advertising, marketing and public relations industries and reflect the society we live in."
TLF scholarship requirements are as follows: students must be of African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic/Latino or Native American descent; must have a 2.75 GPA if undergraduate or 3.2 GPA if graduate: must be seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university; must be enrolled in one of the three programs mentioned above; and must make a commitment to maintain contact with TLF for assistance with professional development.
Since its inception in 1998, The Lagrant Foundation has awarded a total of $770,000 to 136 students nationwide. In 2009, TLF will celebrate its 11th Anniversary Scholarship Recognition Reception and Awards Program in New York City. The scholarship recipients will participate in a day-long career development workshop and have the opportunity to meet with industry professionals.
Donors who have contributed $5,000 or more in cash or in-kind this year are: Abbott Foundation, Alloy, American Express, Amgen, AstraZeneca, Bank of America, Burson-Marsteller, Castells & Asociados, Council of Public Relations Firms, DDB, Deloitte, Draftfcb, Edison International, Fleishman-Hillard, Flowers Communications Group, General Electric, General Motors, Golin Harris, Heyman Associates, Hill & Knowlton, Hitachi, IBM, IW Group, Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Nike, Macy's, McCann Erickson Worldgroup, Merck, Nordstrom, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, Occidental, Porter Novelli, Pitney Bowes, Prudential, Rude Finn, Toyota, The Coca-Cola Company, Tyco Electronics, Union Bank of California, Verizon, Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, WaMu, Waste Management, Weber Shandwick Worldwide, Wells Fargo, Winner & Associates, Wyeth and American Airlines, the official airline of TLF.
Scholarship applications may be obtained through TLF's website at www.lagrantfoundation.org
calling Programs Manager, Ericka Avila at 323.469.8680, ext. 233 or erickaavila@ lagrant.com http://www.lagrantcommunications. com/team_ kim_h.htm
The Lagrant Foundation (TLF) is accepting applications for $100,000 in scholarships for the 2009/2010 academic year. Applications must be submitted to TLF by Friday, February 27.
Ethnic minority undergraduate and graduate students majoring in advertising, marketing or public relations are eligible for the TLFscholarships. In an effort to increase ethnic minority representation in the communications industry, TLF awards $5,000 scholarships to undergraduate students and $10,000 scholarships to graduate students.
TLF was established in 1998 by Mr. Kim L. Hunter, whose vision is to see more ethnic representation within the fields of advertising, marketing and public relations. By targeting college students, TLF paves the path toward a successful career right from the start.
"It is important to help ethnic minority students achieve their education goals and help guide them toward their future careers," said Founder/Chairman of TLF, Mr. Kim L. Hunter. "By doing this, TLF is helping to create diversity within the advertising, marketing and public relations industries and reflect the society we live in."
TLF scholarship requirements are as follows: students must be of African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic/Latino or Native American descent; must have a 2.75 GPA if undergraduate or 3.2 GPA if graduate: must be seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university; must be enrolled in one of the three programs mentioned above; and must make a commitment to maintain contact with TLF for assistance with professional development.
Since its inception in 1998, The Lagrant Foundation has awarded a total of $770,000 to 136 students nationwide. In 2009, TLF will celebrate its 11th Anniversary Scholarship Recognition Reception and Awards Program in New York City. The scholarship recipients will participate in a day-long career development workshop and have the opportunity to meet with industry professionals.
Donors who have contributed $5,000 or more in cash or in-kind this year are: Abbott Foundation, Alloy, American Express, Amgen, AstraZeneca, Bank of America, Burson-Marsteller, Castells & Asociados, Council of Public Relations Firms, DDB, Deloitte, Draftfcb, Edison International, Fleishman-Hillard, Flowers Communications Group, General Electric, General Motors, Golin Harris, Heyman Associates, Hill & Knowlton, Hitachi, IBM, IW Group, Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Nike, Macy's, McCann Erickson Worldgroup, Merck, Nordstrom, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, Occidental, Porter Novelli, Pitney Bowes, Prudential, Rude Finn, Toyota, The Coca-Cola Company, Tyco Electronics, Union Bank of California, Verizon, Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, WaMu, Waste Management, Weber Shandwick Worldwide, Wells Fargo, Winner & Associates, Wyeth and American Airlines, the official airline of TLF.
Scholarship applications may be obtained through TLF's website at www.lagrantfoundation.org
calling Programs Manager, Ericka Avila at 323.469.8680, ext. 233 or erickaavila@ lagrant.com
Saturday, January 17, 2009
IMPORTANT REMINDERS – ACT NOW!
> NYWICI: New York Women in Communications Inc.
Numerous Scholarships Available – Deadline Jan. 30 (no exceptions);
Scroll for details and submit applications ASAP!
> FREE LaGrant Foundation Career Development Workshop
Friday Jan. 30, 12 Noon - 4:30 PM, Ruder Finn, 301 East 57th Street, FL 3, NYC
You must RSVP before Jan. 27 – space is limited; email Ericka Avila, erickaavila@lagrant.com. Students will meet industry professionals and attend career building seminars; business attire; scroll for complete info.
> Institute for Humane Studies (IHS) Internship – Deadline Jan. 30 – scroll for complete info.
> Save the Date :: Saturday, April 18, 2009 :: 9 AM – 2 PM
PRSANY - New Professionals Career Forum @ FIT
You must register April 15 (no exceptions) – scroll for complete info.
> Ad/PR Writing Standards – Critical for communications professionals, writing is a career-building tool. During the first week of class, professors will distribute uniform writing standards for MCA majors, offering writing success strategies for classes, internships and entry level careers. Ask any MCA professor about this important academic tool, store on your desktop and refer to it often.
Numerous Scholarships Available – Deadline Jan. 30 (no exceptions);
Scroll for details and submit applications ASAP!
> FREE LaGrant Foundation Career Development Workshop
Friday Jan. 30, 12 Noon - 4:30 PM, Ruder Finn, 301 East 57th Street, FL 3, NYC
You must RSVP before Jan. 27 – space is limited; email Ericka Avila, erickaavila@lagrant.com. Students will meet industry professionals and attend career building seminars; business attire; scroll for complete info.
> Institute for Humane Studies (IHS) Internship – Deadline Jan. 30 – scroll for complete info.
> Save the Date :: Saturday, April 18, 2009 :: 9 AM – 2 PM
PRSANY - New Professionals Career Forum @ FIT
You must register April 15 (no exceptions) – scroll for complete info.
> Ad/PR Writing Standards – Critical for communications professionals, writing is a career-building tool. During the first week of class, professors will distribute uniform writing standards for MCA majors, offering writing success strategies for classes, internships and entry level careers. Ask any MCA professor about this important academic tool, store on your desktop and refer to it often.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
FREE Career Development Workshop Friday, Jan. 30 at Ruder Finn
Register Now :: Space Limited
INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN ADVERTISING, MARKETING
OR PUBLIC RELATIONS?
ATTEND A FREE CAREER DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
HOSTED BY RUDER FINN
Who: THE LAGRANT FOUNDATION (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the number of ethnic minorities in the fields of advertising, marketing and public relations through scholarships, internships, mentoring programs and career development workshops to African American, Native American, Asian Pacific American and Hispanic/Latino undergraduate and graduate students.
Ruder Finn is a leading independent communications, counseling and services Agency with more than 60 years of experience. The Ruder Finn Group maintains offices in
What: Ruder Finn will be hosting the career development workshop where students will have the opportunity to meet with industry professionals and participate in various presentations.
By attending the workshop, students will receive much needed exposure to the field, a tool of encouragement to assist with their future success.
This is a FREE event and will include lunch. Attire is business and students must bring their resumes.
When: Friday, January 30, 2009
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
RSVP by Tuesday, January 27, 2009 – Space is limited!
Where: Ruder Finn
Contact: Ericka Avila
Programs Manager
THE LAGRANT FOUNDATION
323.469.8680 Ext. 223, erickaavila@lagrant.com
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