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From Alabama State University to ESPN: Meet Jaicee
The 2025 Magic City Classic was one for the books, ESPN’s First Take filmed a live show at Legion Field, Disney on the Yard sponsored the 2025 Magic City Classic Parade and Alabama State won the Classic for the fourth time in a row. Since 1945 this annual tradition has become the largest Historically Black…
HBCU pride and enjoying the tropical tides
From days on the Disney College Program to leading a tropical team in food and beverage, Makyla has grown her Disney career throughout the years. Currently, a Guest Experience Manager in food and beverage at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Makyla shared that her path to Disney started with her HBCU. A proud alumna of “THE” Hampton…
5 tips for a successful NABJ
Are you headed to the National Association of Black Journalists Convention (NABJ) this year? Meet Shadeed! He has been with ESPN for 17 years. Currently a senior studio operator, he has been attending NABJ since 2019 as a talent ambassador. Shadeed has worked on an array of shows including SportsCenter, NFL Live, First Take and…
Making the most of your Disney Internship: Mylé’s Story
At The Walt Disney Company, Disney Internships offer the chance to receive hands-on, real world work experience in a specific field of study. Interns enjoy exclusive perks all while building a network with people around the world. For one intern in particular, this experience was the beginning of a meaningful career at The Walt Disney…
From Dillard University to Disney Branded Television: Meet Ayo Davis
CONTRIBUTED BY Emily Chesteen Meet Ayo Davis, President of Disney Branded Television (DBT)! As a proud alumna from Dillard University, Ayo brings foundational lessons she learned from her Historical Black College and University (HBCU) experience into her leadership role today. Keep reading to learn more about her professional journey and her personal connection to Disney’s…
Don’t forget! Disney College Program Reps are here to help!
We are so excited to start welcoming the new class of the Disney College Program this year! Make sure to find your Disney College Program Rep at your school and stay connected throughout the application process! These Program Reps are former Disney College Program participants who are bringing the magic to your campus! They are…
3 Inspiring Career Journeys: From the HBCU Yard to Walt Disney World Dreams
Sometimes it truly does all start with a dream – at least, that was the case for these three Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) alums. Meet Tasia, Tyreah, and John-Wesley! Three magic makers who all started their Disney careers on the Disney College Program HBCU Cohort. They got their start working in various roles…
Building Pipelines for HBCU Students in Entertainment
The Walt Disney Company thrives on fresh perspectives from all backgrounds and identities to accurately reflect our stories. David, a digital video content associate at ESPN, is one of the many storytellers at Disney dedicated to giving diverse perspectives a seat at the table. “My production pitches never went unnoticed and the majority of them…
Episode 3: Disney Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Disney on the Yard and Business Employee Resource Groups
At Disney, inclusion is for everyone. We strive to design work environments that inspire optimism and drive innovation for all employees at all levels. And because we recognize that maintaining an inclusive, supportive workplace requires mindful attention and intention, we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our people. To discuss the opportunities available for our cast members, crew, Imagineers, and employees, as well as our external audience in the diversity, inclusion, and equity space, we are joined by Corey Savage, Senior Outreach & Engagement Manager, and LaJoy Mercer, Technical Recruiter as they share their experience and how they have seen this evolve while with The Walt Disney Company.