Alltel Wireless and Dr. Maya Angelou Ask Students for "Words of Wisdom".Essay contest challenges students to use history to help create a brighter tomorrow LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- Alltel Wireless, America's largest network, and world renowned poet Dr. Maya Angelou  Editing of this page by unregistered or newly registered users is currently disabled until (UTC) due to vandalism. are teaming up to
celebrate Black History Month with the fourth annual "Words of
Wisdom" essay contest. Students at participating Historically Black
Colleges and Universities Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are institutions of higher education in the United States that were established before 1964 with the intention of serving the African American community. They are often liberal arts colleges or universities. (HBCUs) nationwide are encouraged to submit
their responses to the following question: "In remembering the
past, what will you do to contribute to a brighter future?"
"As the next generation strives to find their place in society, it is important for them to reflect on their unique history as well as the lessons history offers to shape their goals and aspirations," said Regina Woziwodzki, director of multicultural marketing for Alltel Wireless. "We are excited to offer students a forum with our 'Words of Wisdom' essay contest to share their life experiences and improve our society through their experiences." Ten Grand Prize winners will each receive a $5,000 scholarship to a participating HBCU HBCU Historically Black Colleges and Universities institution of their choice as well as a trip to Little Rock, Ark., to meet Dr. Maya Angelou and enjoy a private concert with R&B sensation Ruben Studdard Christopher Ruben Studdard (born September 12, 1978) is an American pop/R&B/gospel singer who rose to fame as winner of the second season of the American Idol television program. . While in Little Rock, students and their guests will also enjoy tours of local landmarks, such as the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and the Arkansas Governor's Mansion The Arkansas Governor's Mansion is the official residence of the Governor of Arkansas and his family. The mansion has been occupied by Governor Mike Beebe and First Lady Ginger Beebe since January 3, 2007. . Participants will be judged on their responses to the essay question as well as their ability to strike an emotional chord and exude ex·ude v. To ooze or pass gradually out of a body structure or tissue. passion through writing. "I've very much enjoyed meeting our next generation of young people, hearing their words of wisdom and witnessing the change they're looking to make that will undoubtedly benefit all of us," said Dr. Angelou. "I am honored to have been apart of this program for three consecutive years because I truly believe in Alltel's commitment to the education of African-American students across the country." Essay submission forms and contest rules are available online at www.alltel.com/wordsofwisdom. Entries must be post-marked by March 1, 2008, and winners will be presented with their awards on March 31, 2008. Graduating high school seniors who will be attending HBCU institutions also are eligible to participate. Alltel is owner and operator of the nation's largest wireless network and has more than 12 million wireless customers. For more information about Alltel, please visit http://www.alltel.com. About Dr. Maya Angelou An internationally respected poet, writer, civil rights activist and educator, Dr. Angelou has authored best-selling best·sell·er also best seller n. A product, such as a book, that is among those sold in the largest numbers. best titles such as "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is a 1969 autobiographical novel about the early years of author Maya Angelou's life. The autobiography explores the isolation and loneliness faced by Angelou, and the attributes of her character that helped her cope with the prejudices of ," "Gather Together in My Name," "The Heart of a Woman" and the collection of poems "Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'Fore I Diiie," which was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize Pulitzer Prize Any of a series of annual prizes awarded by Columbia University for outstanding public service and achievement in American journalism, letters, and music. Fellowships are also awarded. . The first black female director in Hollywood, Dr. Angelou has written, produced, directed and starred in productions for stage, film and television. |
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