HBCUYOU: P&G’s Commitment to Black College Students
Written by luck on December 3, 2025
Crystal Harrell, P&G’s Senior Director of Global Equality and Inclusion Communications, joined The Rickey Smiley Morning Show to spotlight the HBCYOU program. Discover how P&G is empowering HBCU students with essential resources, mentorship, and career opportunities.
Learn about the program’s deep connection to Black excellence, its 80-year legacy with UNCF, and its exciting involvement in iconic events like the Bayou Classic and HBCYOU Honors.
More from The Rickey Smiley Morning Show:
Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction to Crystal Harrell and HBCYOU
0:45 – What is the HBCYOU program?
1:36 – Supporting students with resources and mentorship
2:17 – P&G’s legacy with HBCUs and UNCF
3:07 – Excitement for the Bayou Classic
4:02 – Spotlight on HBCYOU Honors and student stories
5:12 – How to learn more and get involved
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