Regions Financial announced the renewal of the Regions HBCU Partnership, a joint venture with six Historically Black Colleges and Universities, including Jackson State University.
“We are thrilled to continue our long-standing support for Jackson State University by promoting financial well-being for students and alumni,” said Alon Bee, Jackson City President for Regions Bank. “We look forward to expanding our financial education outreach on campus and supporting the University’s mission to prepare students for success.”
This partnership provides a financial education curriculum for students, as well as mentoring and recruiting on campus. It also includes a financial education student chapter and alumni engagement through homecoming and athletic sponsorships. In addition, there’s an executive lecture series, which JSU established in 2012, in collaboration with the College of Business. 2012.
Bee participated in the JSU Executive Series, a panel discussion to discuss career-related and financial education topics. Regions Bank has also participated in Welcome Week activities and had an activation during Homecoming for the past three years at the stadium.
Vice President for Institutional Advancement Anthony L. Holloman stated, “It was a great honor for Jackson State to initially be one of six HBCUs to enter this partnership, and we are very excited about the renewal. It is an opportunity that I know will continue to greatly benefit the students, the campus, and the community. It will not only open the door to future jobs for students who seek to enter the field, but it will also teach students the importance of financial responsibility.”