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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
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Entergy's Tribal Scholarship Provides Educational Opportunities for Native American Students
NORTHAMPTON, MA / / May 23, 2025 / Recently at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Entergy proudly continued its partnership with the American Indian College Fund, or the College Fund, by announcing a significant grant aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for Native American students. 2025 marks the 11th year of this collaboration. Entergy's support has been essential in helping Native American students pursue impactful careers and thrive as influential leaders in their communities. During the festival, Entergy Louisiana President and CEO Phillip May, alongside Entergy New Orleans President and CEO Deanna Rodriguez, presented a $35,000 grant to the College Fund and the Chief of the United Houma Nation. This investment is set to provide scholarships for students as they embark on their academic journeys, empowering them to create positive change within their communities. "Our decade-long partnership with the American Indian College Fund underscores our commitment to empowering Native American communities," said May. "It's a meaningful part of our Louisiana 100 plan, which prioritizes education, opportunity and long-term investment." "Education is a powerful tool for transformation-not just for individuals, but entire communities," said Rodriguez. "Entergy New Orleans is committed to helping our youth overcome educational barriers and reach their full potential. We are proud to partner with the American Indian College Fund and the United Houma Nation to support the next generation of leaders and change-makers." Since the inception of this partnership in 2015, Entergy has contributed over $350,000 in scholarships, positively impacting more than 160 students. Native American individuals remain among the most underrepresented groups in higher education, with a bachelor's degree attainment rate of less than half the national average. Every year, the College Fund is a beacon of support for more than 5,000 students, helping them navigate their educational paths and achieve their degrees. The organization aims for a graduation rate of 60% for all scholars by 2025 and has awarded more than 160,000 scholarships, totaling over $349 million since its founding in 1989. Entergy's mission, "We Power Life," extends beyond the delivery of essential energy services. We are committed to fostering the growth and well-being of the communities we serve through vital programs and initiatives. By investing in philanthropic efforts, encouraging volunteerism, supporting our low-income customers, and driving economic development initiatives, Entergy is dedicated to nurturing healthy, educated, environmentally sustainable, and thriving communities. Discover more about our community initiatives here. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Entergy Corporation on Contact Info:Spokesperson: Entergy CorporationWebsite: info@ SOURCE: Entergy Corporation View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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23-05-2025
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Entergy's Tribal Scholarship Provides Educational Opportunities for Native American Students
NORTHAMPTON, MA / / May 23, 2025 / Recently at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Entergy proudly continued its partnership with the American Indian College Fund, or the College Fund, by announcing a significant grant aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for Native American students. 2025 marks the 11th year of this collaboration. Entergy's support has been essential in helping Native American students pursue impactful careers and thrive as influential leaders in their communities. During the festival, Entergy Louisiana President and CEO Phillip May, alongside Entergy New Orleans President and CEO Deanna Rodriguez, presented a $35,000 grant to the College Fund and the Chief of the United Houma Nation. This investment is set to provide scholarships for students as they embark on their academic journeys, empowering them to create positive change within their communities. "Our decade-long partnership with the American Indian College Fund underscores our commitment to empowering Native American communities," said May. "It's a meaningful part of our Louisiana 100 plan, which prioritizes education, opportunity and long-term investment." "Education is a powerful tool for transformation-not just for individuals, but entire communities," said Rodriguez. "Entergy New Orleans is committed to helping our youth overcome educational barriers and reach their full potential. We are proud to partner with the American Indian College Fund and the United Houma Nation to support the next generation of leaders and change-makers." Since the inception of this partnership in 2015, Entergy has contributed over $350,000 in scholarships, positively impacting more than 160 students. Native American individuals remain among the most underrepresented groups in higher education, with a bachelor's degree attainment rate of less than half the national average. Every year, the College Fund is a beacon of support for more than 5,000 students, helping them navigate their educational paths and achieve their degrees. The organization aims for a graduation rate of 60% for all scholars by 2025 and has awarded more than 160,000 scholarships, totaling over $349 million since its founding in 1989. Entergy's mission, "We Power Life," extends beyond the delivery of essential energy services. We are committed to fostering the growth and well-being of the communities we serve through vital programs and initiatives. By investing in philanthropic efforts, encouraging volunteerism, supporting our low-income customers, and driving economic development initiatives, Entergy is dedicated to nurturing healthy, educated, environmentally sustainable, and thriving communities. Discover more about our community initiatives here. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Entergy Corporation on Contact Info:Spokesperson: Entergy CorporationWebsite: info@ SOURCE: Entergy Corporation View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Entergy's new scholarship to promote tech opportunities of future HBCU students
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Entergy officials announced the launch of a new scholarship opportunity for students pursuing a career in technology. The Power You Future Scholarship is designed to support current college undergraduates pursuing eligible technology majors with plans of furthering their education at a Historically Black College or University or a minority-serving institution in Orleans Parish. New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane promises biggest year ever 'Entergy New Orleans is thrilled to offer the Power Your Future Scholarship as a means to empower the next generation of technology leaders. By supporting students in their pursuit of higher education at HBCUs and minority serving institutions, we are investing in an innovative future for our communities in the greater New Orleans area,' said Deanna Rodriguez, president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans. The scholarship will be provided by the nation's largest manager of scholarships and educational support programs, Scholarship America, and is part of Entergy Corporation's initiative, The Power of Prosperity. Perfect score for Jefferson Parish high school senior 'This initiative is designed to provide students and their families with free access to financial resources that foster the success of HBCU students to support underserved communities and to promote the creation of generational wealth.' Entergy officials said they will pledge $20 million over 10 years to elevate and empower HBCUs and students in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. The funds will be used for: Supporting enhanced education Career readiness Workforce development programs at HBCUs Students must submit applications by April 9. For more information, visit Entergy's footage from outside Gene Hackman, Betsy Arakawa's home released: 'Knew something was wrong' Dollar Tree sells Family Dollar for $1 billion Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill his wife during hike Kermit the Frog to give commencement address at University of Maryland Ex-NFL player charged after 190 dogs seized from Oklahoma dog fighting venture Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- General
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Mylar, confetti cannons banned from New Orleans parade routes
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — City Council members, Mardi Gras krewe captains and Entergy leaders met at Mardi Gras World to remind residents of the new rules regarding Mylar and confetti cannons on parade routes. Entergy representatives held a demonstration showing the dangers of Mylar touching an energized power line. Such incidents can disrupt the power grid for hours, causing long delays for parades and even blackouts in the surrounding area. 'One of the hardest things is the length of time it requires for crews to get to the outage itself. So, if there is a packed parade, even to get scouts out there to find exactly, perhaps, where that balloon got tied around a line takes time,' Deanna Rodriguez, the president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans said. Royal Sonesta New Orleans gearing and smearing up for Greasing of the Poles Last year, in 2024, a confetti cannon landed on a transformer during the Krewe of Thoth, shutting off power for nearly two hours. In 2023, Mylar confetti caused an outage during the parade Krewe of Cleopatra, prompting the city council to ban confetti cannons. The following year, council members banned the release of Mylar balloons. 'If you're found to be in violation of that ordinance, in your court, there will be citations and there will be penalties,' Oliver Thomas said. Your 2025 Carnival Season royalty! Councilman Eugene Green says the concern goes beyond those along the parade routes. 'Mylar, as a conductor, has a chance to blow out power that affects a lot of people. Sometimes people who aren't at the parade, who are on particular equipment, that it is lifesaving equipment, for example. Or that of something that they need for breathing purposes or other otherwise,' Green said. 'The grid belongs to all of us. Infrastructure is important. So, let's, have a safe and happy Mardi Gras!' Rodriguez said.U.S. Army Corps of Engineers activates high-water plan as Mississippi River rises Mylar, confetti cannons banned from New Orleans parade routes Mass graves case: Police officers last to see disappeared individuals alive Animal rights groups, prosecutors trying to stop sale of exotic animals in Tijuana Bus tour travels back to explore South Texas' ancient landscapes Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
