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---Legislative priorities for the African American community---
Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones met with members of the Senate Democratic Caucus and the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC). The meeting was called to discuss legislative priorities during the 107th Congress. The meeting was led by Senator John Kerry (D-MA), Chairman of the Democratic Steering and Coordination Committee and convened to discuss issues of concern to the African American community. "This meeting gave the CBC an opportunity to ensure empowerment issues including voting rights, education reform, access to capital, early health care, expanding the U.S. relationship with Africa and the Caribbean and access to technology are considered in this Congress," said Congresswoman Tubbs Jones. "It is important that we partner with our allies to effectively achieve our objectives." Congresswoman Tubbs Jones discussed matters relevant to the 11th Congressional District such as wealth building, small business growth, and other economic empowerment issues.

---African Sky Communications---
The management of African Sky Communications Inc. has announced the appointment of William "Rusty" Hyneman to an advisory consulting position with the company. Hyneman is a Tennessee-based businessman with a background as a managing partner of one of the largest home building entities in Tennessee. Hyneman's current activities include a founding investment in and creation of the MBC Network a new cable television network dedicated to addressing African-American family values and lifestyles and providing a pioneering program schedule across a wide variety of formats that support strong spiritual values. African Sky Communications Inc. is a Canadian public company that focuses on providing communications services throughout Eastern and Southern Africa. African Sky Communications Inc, through a joint venture has obtained the right to provide communication services in South Africa. Currently South Africa has a teledensity (number of main telephone lines per 100 people) of less than 17. The company is utilizing wireless and satellite based communications and is delivering services such as telemedicine and distance learning specifically to the women and children in the region. The Company has implemented the first phase of its network in South Africa.

---Diversity and Microsoft---
Microsoft Corporation announced that Claudette Whiting, a 20-year industry veteran and former director of employee initiatives for DuPont, will join Microsoft as senior director of diversity. "We are very pleased to have Claudette joining the Microsoft team," said Deborah Willingham, senior vice president of Human Resources at Microsoft. According to Willingham, Whiting will play a central role in helping Microsoft meet its goal of becoming the leader in workplace diversity in the high-tech industry. Whiting is considered an industry expert in work-force diversity initiatives, is a frequent lecturer on leading change in corporate America, and serves on a wide range of task forces and committees regarding organizational change. Whiting is a graduate of Morgan State University, where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. Whiting replaces Microsoft's former director of diversity Santiago Rodriguez, who died unexpectedly last Fall.

---SIDS Nurse Expert Named 2001 Nurse of The Year
Bernetta Pearson, RN, BSN, has been selected as the 2001 Nursing Spectrum Nurse of the Year. Thanks to Pearson, countless Chicago area children are alive, and their parents and caregivers are educated about the dangers of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The Nursing Spectrum National Advisory Board chose Pearson from a group of six talented RNs from the Nursing Spectrum editions across the country. Joining the SIDS Alliance of Illinois as an educator, Pearson pounded the pavement for more than two years, concentrating their efforts in the African-American community, a population that's been particularly hard-hit by SIDS. She spoke in physicians' waiting rooms, washrooms, and even barrooms. She's muscled her way into housing projects and neighborhoods where others are reluctant to go. The results have been startling: the SIDS death rate in Chicago has been cut in half. Nursing Spectrum is a RN-led communications company and a division of Gannett Company, Inc. The company promotes the recognition and support of the nursing community by providing timely, relevant, and compelling information through its award-winning Nursing Spectrum magazines and website, http://www.nursingspectrum.com.

---Dr. Dolittle 2 Opens June 22---
Teen starlet, Raven-Symone returns in Doctor Dolittle 2, the sequel to the 20th Century Fox, 1998 blockbuster comedy starring Eddie Murphy. Back again as Dolittle's rebellious daughter 'Charisse', Raven's on screen role holds a big secret for movie-going audiences this time around! Not unlike her own career however, Raven continues to surprise us with her own real life feats. The Atlanta native is also a major recording artist. MCA Records signed her to her first recording deal at the tender age of five. She has served as the Ambassador for General Colin Powell's "Children's First" program, and she speaks on behalf of the National Safe Kids Campaign, a program encouraging home safety for families.

---Atlanta: Sweet Auburn Business and Improvement Association Festival---The Sweet Auburn Business and Improvement Association announced their new and improved Sweet Auburn Festival. The festival will be held on the streets of the historic community from Saturday June 9th, 11 A.M. until 8 P.M. through Sunday June 10th from 1 P.M. until 6 P.M. for Atlanta residents and their visitors. This year's festival will provide fun as well as a multi-cultural experience for the entire family. Admission is free to the public and parking is available on nearby streets and a limited number of parking lots. The festival will feature five music stages including "Blind Willie's" Blues, "Radio One" 97.5 R&B, "Glory 1340" Gospel, the other two stages will be located at the "Apex Museum" and "Studioplex". The new juried artist Artists Market will feature many of the region's best and popular arts and crafts artists. In addition, some of the finest quality food and retail vendors in the city will be offering their products and services to the public. The new and improved KidsPlace will be held at the Wheat Street Baptist Church. Years ago, Auburn Avenue was the heart of Atlanta's African-American business and social community. Many businesses and entertainment establishments flourished on "the Avenue". John Wesley Dobbs, the unofficial mayor of Auburn Avenue, first coined the phrase "Sweet Auburn" because in his words "money flowed like sweet honey down the Avenue". For more information please contact Aaron Gross, event planer at (404) 659-1665 or Chuck Lewis at (404) 653-2815.

--BET Awards---
The countdown has begun for a full-scale "Black Star Power" explosion on Tuesday, June 19 when Black Entertainment Television (BET) returns to Las Vegas to celebrate its inaugural awards ceremony -- the first in the network's 21-year history -- with a star-studded extravaganza featuring a two-hour live telecast. The BET Awards celebration, hosted by popular actor-comedians Steve Harvey and Cedric "The Entertainer," begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT from the Theater of the Arts at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel. A special BET Awards Pre-Show presentation will also air live from 8:30 - 9 p.m. ET/5:30 - 6 p.m. PT. BET has teamed again with Cossette Productions, famed producers of the music world's Grammy Awards, last year's BET 20th Anniversary Gala and the BET Walk of Fame, to handle production of this historic telecast. Multi-talented Grammy-winner Whitney Houston has been named the pioneer recipient of the BET Lifetime Achievement Award, with other award categories for this year's ceremony including: The BET online audience also has an opportunity to participate in the selection process by logging onto www.BET.com to cast their votes for their favorite performer in the BET.com Viewer's Choice poll.

---Unity First Career Fair--- Check this listing for various opportunities.
1)Harvard University: Career Forum 2001---
Harvard University's Career Forum 2001 will be held on Tuesday, June 12 (11 am - 7 pm) at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design, 48 Quincy Street, Gund Hall, Cambridge (Corner of Cambridge and Quincy Streets - Take the Red line to Harvard T-stop). The Career Forum welcomes individuals who want to explore positions at Harvard University. Attend and meet representatives to learn about the opportunities throughout the University's many schools and departments in Cambridge and Boston. Areas of opportunity include: Administrative Support, Alumni Affairs and Development, Arts and Museums, Communications, Dining and Hospitality Services, Facilities, Faculty and Student Services, Finance, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Research Technical. There will be on-site child care provided for Forum attendees. To reserve a space, contact "Parents in a Pinch" at (617) 739-8366, ext. 2. If unable to attend, visit us online at www.hr.harvard.edu/employment or stop by the Harvard University Employment Office, 11 Holyoke Street, Cambridge, MA For more information, call (617) 495-2772. Hours are Monday- Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

2) Bentley College: Media Relations Specialist/Editor
As a member of the Media Relations team, you will serve as Editor of the Bentley College faculty-staff online newsletter and help post the newsletter on the Web. As one of three press liaisons of equal importance, you will be expected to raise the visibility of Bentley College in the regional and national press by pitching stories and responding to reporters' queries. Additional responsibilities include writing and editing Web and print material for both internal and external audiences and, as part of the college Marketing department, initiating and planning events with potential for external publicity. A bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing or related field and three (3) years' related professional experience is required. Bring your talent to our campus in Waltham, located ten miles west of Boston, and you will be rewarded with all the challenges you can handle and a benefits package that is second-to-none. In addition to health, dental and life insurance, Bentley College helps you balance your work and non-work life by offering three or four weeks of vacation (depending on the position), tuition remission for you and your immediate family, domestic partner benefits, 12 holidays, a four-day work week in the summer, a non-contributory 403(b) pension plan and much, much more. Check out our website for further information. While you're there, take the first step for the rest of your career-apply on-line. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources, Bentley College, Job Code: UF-31030, 175 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452. Or apply on-line at www.bentley.edu. NOTE: Only applicants that apply by mail or through the BENTLEY website will be considered. Bentley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer building strength through diversity.

3) Bentley College-Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
Serve as the primary admission officer for a portfolio of graduate business programs (currently MSA, MSAIS, MST, and MSFP) to recruit potential applicants. Partner with program directors in gathering competitor information, evaluating applications and providing customer service to applicants. Plan and coordinate Graduate Information Sessions, which involves scheduling dates, selecting speakers, reserving space, and ordering refreshments. Represent the Graduate School at MBA Forums, undergraduate campuses, and international recruiting opportunities. Bachelor's degree plus at least two years of admissions experience required; master's degree in business or higher education preferred. The ability to work with faculty, program directors, prospective students and alumni is essential. Must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills. Computer and web literacy is required.
Bring your talent to our campus in Waltham, located ten miles west of Boston, and you will be rewarded with all the challenges you can handle and a benefits package that is second-to-none. In addition to health, dental and life insurance, Bentley College helps you balance your work and non-work life by offering three or four weeks of vacation (depending on the position), tuition remission for you and your immediate family, domestic partner benefits, 12 holidays, a four-day work week in the summer, a non-contributory 403(b) pension plan and much, much more. Check out our website for further information. While you're there, take the first step for the rest of your career-apply on-line. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources, Bentley College, Job Code: UF-31030, 175 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452. Or apply on-line at www.bentley.edu. NOTE: Only applicants that apply by mail or through the BENTLEY website will be considered. Bentley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer building strength through diversity.

4) Patriots' Trail Girl Scout Council
Join our team devoted to making a difference in the lives of girls!
Membership Development Executives Full-time in our Boston, Dedham or Waltham. MA office. Plan, promote, implement recruiting for girls and adults, conduct outreach to under-served areas, and collaborate with agencies. Outreach Specialists Extend and retain membership through GIRL SCOUTING BEYOND BARS (GSBB) and Learning Circles programs, or through Direct Service program. For more details, see www.ptgirlscouts.org. Email lzarriello@ptgirlscouts.

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