Posts Tagged ‘Disney on the Yard’
HBCU Spotlight: James Smartt Jr., Content Production Undergraduate Associate
Meet James, a graduate of Morehouse College working as a Digital Content Production Intern with Disney’s Global Talent Acquisition Marketing. In this role, James supports the creation of content and visual aids attracting candidates to open roles across The Walt Disney Company. In addition to his internship responsibilities, James is excited to make a positive impact on those around him and give back to current HBCU students. Learn more about James and his contributions to Disney on the Yard and The Walt Disney Company.
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight on: Lauren Glover, Sr. Manager Learning & Development, Lucasfilm Ltd.
Lauren joined Lucasfilm in 2019, seeking new opportunities for growth. Now, as a Sr. Manager of Learning and Development, learn how she is providing new learning and growth opportunities for other employees.
Read MoreDisney on the Yard Supports the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge
Disney on the Yard is back on the road! Recently, the team headed to Atlanta, GA to help Alabama State University and Howard University kick off football season at the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge! The Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge is an annual season kickoff event showcasing a team from the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) and the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), the prominent conferences of HBCU athletics and NCAA Division I schools. And of course, Drum Major Mickey Mouse tagged along for the exciting, and jam-packed weekend.
Read MoreThe Walt Disney Company Joins Propel Education Center in Support of the Next Generation of Diverse Storytellers and Innovators
Disney will co-create curriculum, provide mentors and place students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in internships to prepare them for future careers.
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Jordan Waddell, Merchandising Project Manager, Development, Optimization & Standards, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
Jordan classifies himself as non-traditional. From his decision to attend North Carolina A&T to the beginning of his career at Walt Disney World. The North Carolina native is proof of Disney’s long-standing relationships with historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Lear how after attending a career fair for extra credit, the relationship between Jordan and his future employer was sealed.
Read MoreDisney on the Yard Kicks Off HBCU Summer College Program
This summer, Disney on the Yard launched its inaugural Disney on the Yard Summer College Program with participants representing 35 HBCUs. This program is a part of Disney’s beloved college program in which students gain on-the-job experience through uniquely Disney learning experiences and is also a testament to The Walt Disney Company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in action. Connected to this commitment, Disney also provides philanthropic support of HBCUs by funding scholarships and providing other direct grants.
Read MoreSpotlight on: Corey Savage, Sr. Outreach & Engagement Manager, The Walt Disney Company
Although he’s only been with The Walt Disney Company for less than a year, Corey Savage, senior Outreach & Engagement Manager, has logged countless miles, phone calls, and Zoom meetings connecting Disney with Historically Black Colleges and Universities throughout the nation. Learn more about his role in building community, establishing strong relationships, and sharing the great things happening at HBCUs and Disney.
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Karla Baker, Merchandise General Manager, Epcot
Karla is the General Manager of Merchandise at Epcot, who has a Disney career spanning 23 years, three theme parks, World of Disney leadership, co-leader and executive champion of WDW Pulse, and recently added Executive Champion of the Disney Programs Equity Council to her plate. Learn how inclusivity has always been woven into Karla’s career.
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Sherrell Wilson, Recruiter, Disney College and International Program
In his nearly 14 years with The Walt Disney Company, Grambling State University alumnus Sherrell Wilson has come full circle. He joined Disney as a College Program participant and now has the pleasure of recruiting students worldwide. Learn more about Sherrell, his love for Grambling, and his work leading the outreach and engagement workstream for Disney’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) task force.
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Destiny Enriquez, Global Talent Acquisition Marketing Coordinator
Meet Destiny Enriquez, a Professional Intern with the Global Talent Acquisition Marketing Team. Learn more about Destiny, her passion for her HBCU, and how her experience has come full circle.
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