Eric Moore Postgraduate Scholarship
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, has established a newly named postgraduate scholarship in honor of the late Eric Moore, who passed away on October 30. The Eric Moore Postgraduate Scholarship will award $10,000 to a college graduate who is interested in pursuing a post degree in communications, marketing, and media and who will be entering their first year of graduate studies. The applicant must be seeking admission or have been accepted into a sports administration or program that will help the applicant obtain a career in intercollegiate athletics.
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John McLendon Minority Postgraduate Scholarship Program
NACDA is pleased to offer, through the John McLendon Minority Scholarship Foundation, eight (8) $10,000 postgraduate scholarships, to minority candidates who are planning to pursue a master's degree in athletics administration/sport management. The awards are in addition to any other awards or scholarships the student may have already received. Through the support of the Fiesta Bowl, one of the eight available scholarships will be earmarked specifically for a minority candidate from an Arizona based four-year institution.
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Ethnic Minority and Women's Enhancement Graduate Scholarship
The Ethnic Minority and Women's Enhancement Graduate Scholarship were developed by the NCAA Committee on Women's Athletics and the NCAA Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee. The goal of the enhancement programs is to increase the pool of and opportunities for qualified minority and female candidates in intercollegiate athletics through graduate scholarships.
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NCAA Division II Degree Completion Award Program
The NCAA established the Division II Degree Completion Award Program in 2001 to provide deserving student-athletes financial assistance for them to complete their first baccalaureate degree. Candidates will be students who have exhausted their athletics eligibility. To date, nearly $6 million has been given to approximately 1,400 deserving student-athletes. Of those student-athletes who have received the award since its inception, 90 percent have earned their undergraduate degree using this program.
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Additional NCAA Grants and Scholarships
As part of its commitment to providing a pathway to opportunity, the NCAA awards scholarships and grants for further education to college athletes who demonstrate outstanding academic and athletic achievement. Colleges and universities are also awarded grants to improve academics and enhance campus culture – all to support student-athletes.In addition to the nearly $3.5 billion schools award in athletics scholarships each year, the NCAA funds more than $10 million in scholarships and grants annually to graduate student-athletes and member schools.
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Women Leaders in College Sports Scholarships
Women Leaders in College Sports is fortunate and thankful for supporters who help us continue to provide educational and professional development opportunities for women in intercollegiate athletics. Contributions made to the Women Leaders in College Sports Foundation Fund provide non-members with financial assistance to the Women's Leadership Symposium, Institutes for Administrative Advancement, Leadership Enhancement Institute, Executive Institutes, and National Convention.
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CoSIDA Grant & Scholarships Programs
Annually, CoSIDA offers both undergraduate and graduate scholarships to deserving young professionals looking to begin a career in athletic communications, and also offers one annual graduate internship grant to a member institution to help fund a graduate internship position for the next academic year.
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Columbia University Sports Management Master's Program - HBCU Fellowship
Columbia University is home to the only sports management graduate program in the Ivy League. The Master of Science in Sports Management features a leading-edge, market-influenced curriculum along with unparalleled access to sports industry leaders and experts. The program takes advantage of Columbia’s New York City setting by providing extensive industry networking, internship, and employment opportunities across a wide variety of sports. In addition, the program is offering an HBCU Fellowship for qualified applicants. For more information email Olivia, the HBCU Fellowship Counselor, at sps-hbcu-fellowship@columbia.edu.
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NCAA Postgraduate Internship ProgramThe NCAA Postgraduate Internship Program annually provides on-the-job learning experiences at the national office in Indianapolis to college graduates who are passionate in their pursuit of a career in college sports administration. With a focus on ethnic minorities, women and former student-athletes, this yearlong program gives insight to the inner workings of college sports from the national perspective. Interns over the past 25 years have taken their experience and institutional knowledge onto campuses and into the conference offices as full-time administrators.
At Nationwide, internships are designed to help graduates and undergraduates develop a strong foundation for their careers. Over the course of 12 weeks, Nationwide interns take part in key business assignments that make a difference, all while enhancing their leadership competencies.
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Under Armour Internship Programs
The UA brand is driven by curiosity, creativity, innovation and a singular desire to make what’s next. And a lot of those things come from students. Students who are hungry to show off what they have learned, but humble enough to know they have a lot of learning left to do. And with our internships, entry-level positions and more, we give them the ultimate first shot.
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Toyota Internship Programs
As an intern, co-op, or trainee Toyota encourages you to hit the ground running and make an impact from day one. What you work on here will contribute to our commitment to deliver world-class products and services that provide joy through mobility. This is why you'll be empowered to take ownership of real-world projects and solve complex challenges at our headquarters, R&D facilities, manufacturing plants, sales and field offices, and beyond.
Working directly with leaders across multiple departments, Lowe's rewarding internships and full-time roles are great for students, MBAs, and recent graduates alike. We empower students to explore their potential through hands-on experience, while discovering solutions to real challenges. As part of our 10-week program, our interns will complete project-based work, receive professional development training through Lowe’s University, attend a volunteer event to help our community, and join an Executive Speaker Series with five Executive Leaders including a Q&A with our CEO, Marvin Ellison.
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Blue Cross & Blue Shields NC Students and Recent Grads Programs
Blue Cross & Blue Shields of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) offers two exceptional programs to help build relevant work skills, develop your business acumen and make a difference, too. Blue Cross NC is one of the largest, most respected employers in North Carolina and brings a fearless spirit to work every day, improving lives and changing what's possible in healthcare.
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NCAA Office of Inclusion
The NCAA office of inclusion advances diversity, equity and inclusion in college athletics for over 1,100 member schools and athletics conferences. The office supports student-athletes and individuals who teach and lead across the core areas of disability, international, LGBTQ, race/ethnicity and women.The office of inclusion facilitates programming, provides educational resources, and advocates for diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments that enhance the student-athlete experience and provide opportunities for coaches and administrators. The office offers signature events like the annual NCAA Inclusion Forum that support the membership’s efforts to achieve and maintain inclusive excellence.
Return On Inclusion
Return On Inclusion™ (ROI) is a sport-specific diversity and inclusion education platform dedicated to developing inclusive leaders and fostering a culture of belonging across social and cultural differences. Our self-paced modules standardize learning methods, deepening our commitment to help every coach and athletic administrator develop the skills and competencies necessary to support student-athletes and achieve inclusive excellence in programs, policies and practices.
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College Resources for Diverse and Multicultural Students
National organizations, such as Greek-letter societies, government initiative groups, scholarship foundations and honors societies, provide larger platforms for minority groups to collaborate, lead and advocate. The following resource lists are intended to help minority students build strong social networks within academia, locate scholarships and get involved as community leaders.
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The Sports Mental Health and Wellness Playbook
The Sports Mental Health and Wellness Playbook™ is a practical guide and a turnkey solution created to address one of the most challenging issues in sports: the mental health needs of athletes. The multi-faceted methodology provides a holistic approach to mental health, specifically designed to improve the lives and performance of athletes.
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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Resource List
If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help. Use these resources to find help for you, a friend, or a family member.
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration's (SAMHA) National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
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NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.
The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. is America’s premier legal organization fighting for racial justice. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, LDF seeks structural changes to expand democracy, eliminate disparities, and achieve racial justice in a society that fulfills the promise of equality for all Americans.
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COVID-19: The Next Chapter Panel Discussion
Moderated by April Ryan during the CIAA Virtual Vibe Tournament Week, this panel explores the next steps in terms of navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic. Featured panelists include Dr. Richard Watson, Dr. Michelle Gourdine, Dr. Jamarcy McDaniel, and Dr. Russell Lewis, Jr. Watch Now
Voting Resources
Learn more about general voting procedures, casting your ballot in-person or by mail, and other voting tools and assistance available by visiting
https://www.usa.gov/voting. Resources for states within the CIAA footprint can also be found by clicking the images below. Make a difference and exercise your right to VOTE!