(CNN) The George Floyd Memorial Foundation has teamed up with Texas A&M University-Commerce to launch an internship program for Black male students, the school announced this week. The Be His Legacy Internship Program will begin in January and is available to student members of the African American Male Mentorship Program at A&M-Commerce. According to a release from the school the school, AAMMP "encourages Black male students to actively engage in the university experience, develop leadership skills, and successfully graduate and become future industry leaders." The new program gives members additional opportunities for career and personal development, the school says. Members will be involved in hands-on experiences including community outreach, educational programs and reform initiatives, according to the school.

Source: CNN November 14, 2020 02:15 UTC