Pathway Community Foundation

"Just the education, and the awareness around recycling and building more sustainability practices. Raising awareness in our communities about this could create a huge dynamic change." - Kimberly Nelson, Johnson C. Smith University '24 Join our fellows as they take a trip to the city of Charlotte to meet with city officials, visit the Innovation Barn, and learn more about the circular economy! #HBCU #Innovation #SmartCities

Follow our fellows on their final field trip to the vibrant Queen City of North Carolina! From exploring the circular economy at the Envision Charlotte Innovation Barn to engaging with prominent city officials, the City of Charlotte provided an enriching experience from start to finish. Click the link and join the journey! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/e9ARHkP8 #Innovation #HBCU #SmartCities

"I think this whole trip has reframed what the problem is for me, in terms of understanding more about the end user which is the residents of the Town of Morrisville and the problem they are facing with traffic congestion on major roads." - Tanaka Mbavarira, Johnson C. Smith University '24 #HBCU #Inspiration #Innovation #SmartCities #NorthCarolina #CommunityEngagement

🚗 Embark on an inspiring journey with our HBCU Smart Cities Challenge fellows! 🌟 Teaming up with Town of Morrisville, fellows from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU are pioneering solutions to tackle traffic congestion and promote eco-friendly transportation. Follow their inspiring efforts to shape a brighter future for communities across North Carolina! https://lnkd.in/e2JbrHrN #Inspiration #SmartCities #CommunityEngagement #HBCU

“Being here in person and actually getting to meet with these city officials and people who have lived here for many years has really taught me a lot about the context of these challenges that we are trying to solve, and can help me be a better part of making these solutions happen.” - Anisha Sharma, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University ‘25 Follow Anisha and our other HBCU Smart Cities Challenge Fellows as they tackle real world problems in The City of Rocky Mount.

Witness the impact of collaboration firsthand as our HBCU Smart Cities Challenge fellows embarked on a transformative journey with the The City of Rocky Mount! 🌟 From Johnson C. Smith University, Elizabeth City State University, and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, our fellows dove headfirst into tackling real-world challenges in transportation, public safety, and water management. Follow their inspiring journey as they work hand in hand with city stakeholders to drive meaningful change. Click the link to join our fellows on this empowering expedition! 🛣 🚓💧 https://lnkd.in/gqaEPa7H

"To increase the value of the HBCU experience, we help students move a step further than the philosophical and theoretical experiences that they get in the classroom. By moving beyond the classroom, students engage in workshops that prompt them to apply their knowledge to real-world problems, leading to increased retention and a deeper understanding of their classroom material. This approach is REAL, where learners actively participate in problem-solving and decision-making for municipal government, preparing them for leadership in their future professional endeavors." - Dr. Earl T. Co-Founder, Board Chairman, and Research & Education Director 🚀

The HBCU Smart Cities Challenge Explained 🌟 🌟Sign Up: Join the Challenge and gain access to educational workshops, experts, and more. 🌟Attend Workshops: Enhance your skills and knowledge in project management, IoT technology, and team-building. 🌟Meet Your Teammates: Embrace the 'Borderless Model' and connect with like-minded students to tackle city problems. 🌟Find a Problem: Choose or be assigned a real-world problem statement from a participating city. 🌟Listen First, Build Second: Understand your problem thoroughly before developing solutions. 🌟Finish and Present: Compete for cash prizes at the Grand Finale Pitch Event in March 2024. Let's make a difference together! #HBCUSmartCitiesChallenge #northcarolina #innovation #smartcities #smartcity #tech #technology #iot

Join us on an exhilarating ride through the HBCU Smart Cities Challenge Showcase Event! 💥 From the vibrant kickoff celebration to the enlightening Community TechDay, and the innovative solutions at the pitch competition, every moment was brimming with inspiration. Curious to relive the magic? Click the link now and watch our full recap video! https://lnkd.in/eccTcqWT

🌟 Students: Leaders Today, Architects of Tomorrow 🏙️ Empowered with innovation and collaboration, they shape cities and build a brighter world. #HBCUSmartCitiesChallenge #northcarolina #innovation #smartcities #smartcity #tech #technology #iot