Destiny White: First African American Woman to Graduate in Nuclear Engineering from Purdue University

Destiny White, CLD class of 2018, is the first African American woman to receive a bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from Purdue University. Destiny was a Stamps, Senator Richard Lugar and Center for Leadership Development Scholarship recipient. While at Purdue, Destiny was one of 42 seniors inducted into The Barbara Cook Chapter of Mortar Board […]
Media Request: Top Minority Achiever of Indianapolis to be Honored; Minority Youth to be Granted Millions in Scholarships at 39th Annual CLD Minority Achievers Awards & Scholarship Gala
What: Event coverage opportunity for the 39th Annual Minority Achievers Awards & Scholarship Gala where leaders in the Indianapolis community honor outstanding minority achievers and educational, community and university partners award millions in full and partial scholarships to high achieving minority students. Who: The event is hosted by the Center for Leadership Development (CLD), a minority youth serving […]
11th Annual CLD College Prep Conference & College Fair

INDIANAPOLIS–On Saturday, August 18, 2018, over 1,500 students in grades 8-12, parents, and mentors from across the Midwest will have an exciting opportunity to attend the 11th Annual CLD College Prep Conference and College Fair at the Indiana Convention Center, Sagamore Ballroom (100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46225). At this full-day interactive conference, participants will learn what it takes […]
CLD’s 13-week Self-Discovery/Career Exploration Project graduates 150

Minority students from across central Indiana complete evidenced-based program that broadens career opportunities, college admissions, and boosts scholarships INDIANAPOLIS – May 2, 2018 – The Center for Leadership Development (CLD) honored 150 minority students during a graduation ceremony held at the storied Crispus Attucks High School on Wednesday night. Parents, guardians, family members, and friends […]