Darrell Freeman Fellowship
The Darrell Freeman Fellowship at ¶¹ÄÌÊÓƵ Community College, in partnership with BGSF, will educate and support students who want to successfully enter the Information Technology field upon graduating from the school. BGSF is providing a one-time stipend of $1,500 for students to earn industry-focused certifications and credentials along with a technical mentor to guide students through the course and a career counselor. The Fellowship prepares students for an entry-level position in the fields of:
- Oracle Application Management
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure/Architecture
- ServiceNow Application Management/Administration
Courses in each concentration will expertly prepare students to sit for industry-accepted competency examinations. The late Darrell Freeman was a Nashville-based businessman and philanthropist who served as a mentor and benefactor for aspiring Black entrepreneurs. He sold his information technology company to BGSF, a publicly traded workforce solutions firm that connects talent to the right opportunities, while still maintaining relationships with several of its leaders.
Application Deadlines
- Application deadline: January 31
- Selection completion / Notification: February 17
Delivery Method
Classes are online and self-paced.
How to Apply
- Send an email to CareerServices@nscc.edu with the subject line: Darrell Freeman Fellowship. Attach resume with direct contact information.
- Upon receipt of information, a virtual conference (online or via phone) or in-person interview will be arranged.
- This is a competitive selection process due to the limited number (6) of annual Fellowship slots.
