African American
Applicants must identify as African American.
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TRILL
TRAILBLAZERS
Big impact starts on campus.
Celebrating African American college students from the South who are using their education, leadership and lived experience to better the community.
HBCU + PWI STUDENTS
THE WORK GOES BEYOND THE YARD
Learn here.
Lead everywhere.
Trill Trailblazers shines a light on students who are not waiting until graduation to make a difference. They are building programs, serving neighborhoods, solving problems and creating opportunities right now.
This initiative welcomes students attending both Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Predominantly White Institutions. The school may shape the journey, but service to the community is what makes a Trailblazer.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Rooted in the South.
Rising everywhere.
From the South
Applicants must be from the Southern United States.
Currently Enrolled
Applicants must currently attend a college or university.
HBCU or PWI
Students enrolled at either an HBCU or PWI are eligible.
All majors, classifications and genders are welcome.
WHAT MAKES A TRAILBLAZER?
Show us how
you move the
community.
You saw a need and stepped forward with an idea, program, business, campaign or solution.
Your work creates meaningful support, access or opportunity for people beyond your campus.
You bring people together, follow through and help others see what is possible.
Your journey reflects the determination, creativity and care that define the next generation of Southern leadership.
APPLICATIONS & NOMINATIONS
Coming soon.
More details about the submission process, recognition and important dates will be announced soon.
Ask about Trill Trailblazers