The Collegiate Coach

Registration is now open for the 2026 Determined to be a Doctor Someday (D.D.S.) In-Person Symposium in Memphis, TN! Designed for teens (14 to 18 years of age), the objective is to provide exposure to different health care careers in a transparent yet fun and engaging format.

Participants attending will come from economically-disadvantaged, rural, or under-resourced communities, and/or will be a first-generation college student of ANY racial/ethnic background.
Participants will have the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship in honor of Dr. Wisdom F. Coleman, cash, and other cool prizes, network with like-minded peers, and hear from healthcare professionals! Visit the following link to register:
REGISTER HERE: https://2026DDSMemphisSymposium.eventbrite.com
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: August 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST

DDS programming is made possible through the generous contributions of Delta Dental of Tennessee/Smile180 Foundation, Movement Strategy Center, and our countless individual donors.

PLEASE NOTE:
-On the "Your Organizer Needs More Details" page that appears after you have successfully ordered, please record your child's first and last names.
-All event correspondence will be sent via email. Be sure to verify your email address for errors when registering and check your spam folder regularly.

Nashville, we’re calling all youth! 📣

The NAACP Nashville Branch Youth Council is creating space for the next generation of civil rights leaders, advocates, and change makers.

Parents, adults, and youth are invited to attend our upcoming information session to learn more about getting involved.

📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 NAACP Nashville Branch
1308 Jefferson Street, Nashville, TN 37208

This is about planting seeds, building power, strengthening civic engagement, and making sure young people know their voices matter.

For more information, contact Cheryl J. Woodard, EdS at 615-414-5495 or visit www.naacpnashville.org.