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Apple's PROPEL Center Empowers HBCU Students in Music Industry

50 students from 19 HBCUs gain hands-on experience and mentorship through immersive 10-day program.

Students in the Propel Center Arts & Entertainment Industry Accelerator program tour Apple Music's Nashville studios.
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Overview

  • Participants collaborated on music projects, recording singles and creating marketing plans.
  • The program included mentorship from industry professionals and experts at Apple Music and Universal Music Group.
  • Students explored various career paths in the arts, technology, and social justice through the PROPEL Center's curriculum.
  • The initiative is part of Apple’s $25 million Racial Equity and Justice Initiative to dismantle systemic barriers.
  • Students gained insights into the music industry, from production to promotion, enhancing their career readiness.