COLUMBUS, OHIO, August 1, 2024 — Delaware State University (DSU) joined the Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE) as a new HBCU member. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to provide financial education and resources to HBCU students and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the financial services industry. DSU students will gain valuable opportunities and resources through this collaboration to thrive in their future careers.
DSU, founded in 1891 as the State College for Colored Students, has a proud heritage as one of America’s first land-grant educational institutions. Today, DSU is a vibrant center of learning with a diverse student body, including 61% African-American enrollment and an increasing number of Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, and international students.
As a new HBCU member, DSU will benefit from FARE’s comprehensive range of programs and initiatives designed to enhance educational experiences and provide robust financial education. These include:
- Firm-hosted webinar sessions, career development workshops, and financial wellness seminars.
- Financial services scholarship opportunities.
- Active recruitment of diverse talent for internship positions and full-time opportunities.
- On-campus visits by FARE firms to present workshops and seminars to students in business and related fields.
- Networking lunches with HBCU students and FARE industry professionals.
Nicole Ridley, Executive Director at FARE, said: “By joining FARE, Delaware State University is opening new doors for its students. They’ll have valuable opportunities to gain insights and experience in the financial services sector. We look forward to working together to help these students turn their dreams into reality.”
For more than 130 years, DSU has been empowering students to achieve their goals, and this partnership with FARE will further enhance their educational journey. Together, FARE and DSU will help shape a more diverse financial industry.
For media inquiries or further information about FARE, please contact Nicole Ridley, FARE’s Head of Operations, at nridley@thefare.org.
FARE Leadership
- Kristi Rodriguez Martin, President & Chairwoman, FARE
- Nicole Ridley, Executive Director, FARE
FARE Board of Directors
- Shani Armon, Insured Retirement Institute (IRI)
- Rhonda Burns, Nationwide
- Regina Curry, Franklin Templeton
- Shareen Luze, RBC Wealth Management
- Clarence Knox, ASK Solutions
FARE HBCU Members
- Delaware State University, Hampton University, Howard University, Virginia State University,
- Virginia Union University, and Winston-Salem State University
