The Woodruff Arts Center in Midtown will host its annual “HBCU AccessFest: College and Arts Fair” on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Now in its third year, the event provides resources to attendees seeking higher education, mentorship and/or career pathways by connecting them with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and various community organizations.
Over 30 HBCUs and organizations are set to participate, including Clark Atlanta University, Savannah State University, Florida A&M University, HBCU Alumni Alliance, Collegiate 100, National Society of Black Engineers Atlanta Professionals, the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs and more.
“By expanding access and education, we are solidifying the Woodruff Arts Center as so much more than a place of creativity and entertainment,” said Hala Moddelmog, president and chief executive officer of Woodruff Arts Center. “With events like HBCU AccessFest, we become a true catalyst for change and growth in our community — a place where every voice can be expressed and every mind can be inspired.”
Outside of educational opportunities, the event will feature a variety of local small businesses and vendors for attendees to shop at, along with food trucks like Amorous Tacos, Good as Burgers, Love at First Bite and Stix & Buns.
Brand new additions to this year’s HBCU AccessFest: College and Arts Fair include pre-show arts activations, a dedicated networking hour, along with ticketing access to the event.
HBCU AccessFest is free and open to the public. Atlantans can RSVP to the event through Eventbrite.
