“A mind is a terrible thing to waste, but a wonderful thing to invest in.”
The UNCF’s “An Evening of Stars” returned to Atlanta for the second consecutive and it was one of their best productions. Hosted by Anthony Anderson, it was held at the Atlanta Civic Center on April 12, 2015. The 36th event highlighted the organization’s commitment to education and support of its 37-member institutions.
In 2010, Target announced plans to give $1 billion for education by the end of the 2015 fiscal year and they have kept that commitment. UNCF’s Rising Star Scholars were each awarded a $25,000 scholarship from Target. The recipients are students from @UNCF Historically Black Colleges and Universities and can be seen when the event airs on Sunday, April 26, 2015, at 10 p.m. on BET.
Target’s executive vice president and chief corporate social responsibility officer attended the event and presented the scholars to the press. She was also a walking billboard for the retail giant, which is celebrating its upcoming collaboration with the fashion brand, Lily Pulitzer.
Fashion Note: Laysha Ward is wearing Shift Dress See Ya Later, $38, a carrying the Embroidered Clutch–Nosey Posey, $24. The 250-piece line, including print dresses and bathing suits, will be available online and in stores beginning April 19.
(Photos by Robin Lori for Steed Media Service)
