FedEx Announces Launch of Student Ambassador Program

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FedEx (NYSE: FDX) has launched the FedEx-HBCU Student Ambassador Program, aimed at preparing students from eight Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for leadership roles in various sectors. The program will commence in March and includes virtual and hybrid meetings, providing participants with access to executives and resources to enhance career readiness. This initiative aligns with FedEx's five-year commitment to HBCUs and emphasizes building a diverse talent pipeline.

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• Launch of the FedEx-HBCU Student Ambassador Program to foster leadership skills.
• Engagement with students from eight HBCUs, enhancing diversity in workforce.
• Opportunity for participants to connect with executives and gain practical experience.

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Program to provide students from eight HBCUs with a unique, practical experience designed to help prepare them for leadership and the workforce.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- FedEx (NYSE: FDX), the world's largest express transportation company, today announced the launch of the FedEx-HBCU Student Ambassador Program. The program demonstrates a continued commitment to help prepare students who attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to be future leaders with opportunities to learn about the FedEx enterprise from executives, build leadership and career-ready skills, and participate in unique experiences, while also helping expand the company’s pipeline for diverse talent.

Student participants were selected from the following HBCUs:

• Jackson State University (Jackson, Miss.)
• Tennessee State University (Nashville, Tenn.)
• LeMoyne-Owen College (Memphis, Tenn.)
• Mississippi Valley State University (Itta Bena, Miss.)
• Lane College (Jackson, Tenn.)
• Paul Quinn College (Dallas, TX.)
• Miles College (Fairfield, Ala.)
• Fayetteville State University (Fayetteville, N.C.)

The program will officially kick off in March, with the first cohort of students who will participate in virtual and hybrid meetings. The intent is to introduce a new cohort each year, to align with the five-year commitment to HBCUs that FedEx announced last year.

Students were selected based on their career interests in various areas, including e-commerce, sustainability, IT/tech, logistics, marketing communications, sales, data/analytics, operations, and more. The students will have the opportunity to participate in seminars designed to provide empowerment, engagement, and education; plus, access to resources that will hopefully offer them an edge as they prepare to enter the workforce after college. In addition, the first cohort of student participants will help set the direction for upcoming FedEx Ambassador programs, such as career pathways initiatives, HBCU leadership institutes, and student forums/think tanks.

FedEx also hosted a ‘Listen and Learn’ conversation with NASCAR drivers Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace with sports representatives from Tennessee State and Jackson State Universities. Hamlin unveiled a special HBCU paint scheme featured on his #11 FedEx Toyota during last year’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Daytona; and presidents from Tennessee State University, Jackson State University, LeMoyne-Owen College and Mississippi Valley State University participated in a virtual roundtable discussion.

“The FedEx-HBCU Student Ambassador program will continue to strengthen our important relationships with HBCUs across the country,” said Judy Edge, corporate vice president of human resources at FedEx. “We’re preparing tomorrow’s leaders, and the students we reach through this program will gain valuable practical experience that will help prepare them to enter the workforce. It will also help us to continue to bring diverse talent into our pipeline at FedEx.”

FedEx leaders, school presidents, and student program participants will participate in a special ceremonial presentation during the ringing of The Closing Bell® at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on February 1 commemorating the launch of the program and a nationwide celebration of Black History.

To learn more about FedEx support of HBCUs, please visit www.fedexcares.com.

About FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenue of $90 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions through operating companies competing collectively, operating collaboratively and innovating digitally under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its 600,000 team members to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040. To learn more, please visit about.fedex.com.

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Source: FedEx Corp.

FAQ

What is the FedEx-HBCU Student Ambassador Program?

It is a program launched by FedEx to prepare students from HBCUs for leadership roles and provide them with career-ready skills.

Which HBCUs are involved in the FedEx-HBCU program?

The program includes Jackson State University, Tennessee State University, LeMoyne-Owen College, Mississippi Valley State University, Lane College, Paul Quinn College, Miles College, and Fayetteville State University.

When does the FedEx-HBCU Student Ambassador Program start?

The program is set to officially kick off in March.

How does FedEx plan to support HBCUs with this program?

FedEx aims to strengthen relationships with HBCUs and expand its pipeline for diverse talent through practical experiences and career-focused initiatives.

What is the goal of the FedEx-HBCU Student Ambassador Program?

The goal is to empower students, enhance their leadership skills, and prepare them for entering the workforce.