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Mentors Making a Difference in the Metro City

Growing up in the nation\’s capitol had it moments, and challenges, but DC is the city where only the strong survive; and those skills were often applied on a daily basis.  Although many opportunities and resources were available, some children still wanted to find trouble. Others wanted alternative after-school outlets other than getting caught up in trouble. […]

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IT WENT DOWN AT DC STADIUM ARMORY THE PROBLEM VS. THE TREASURE

There was definitely a buzz surrounding the Adrien Broner vs. Ashley Theophane boxing match which generated a large crowd Friday, April 1, 2016 at the DC Stadium Armory.  The day and moment had finally arrived to see who would last four, six, eight or twelve rounds.  During the last press conference, Ashley Theophane stated \”I\’ve

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Lights, Camera, and Scholars in Action at the 44th Annual GWUL Gala

http://https://youtu.be/RnrY5D0dv_c The chandeliers illuminated the halls at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC as guest and honorees arrived at the 44th Annual Whitney M. Young, Jr. Gala \”Unsung Heroes.\”  Scholarship awardees walked down the red carpet to have their photo taken just before they entered the main ballroom to be seated to enjoy this

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