NoVa Chapter of Florida A&M National Alumni Association

03/15/2026

🐍💚 Calling All Future Rattlers! 🧡🐍

The FAMU NAA NOVA Chapter is awarding a $2,000 scholarship to support students pursuing their education at Florida A&M University.

We believe in investing in the next generation of scholars, leaders, and change makers.

📚 Scholarship Amount: $2,000
📅 Deadline to Apply: April 10

If you know a deserving student heading to The Hill, share this opportunity and encourage them to apply!

Because at FAMU, Excellence With Caring isn’t just a motto — it’s a legacy.

03/14/2026

Greetings, FAMUly! 🐍💚🧡 The FAMU Northern Virginia Alumni Chapter is excited to announce our 2026 Chapter Scholarship for incoming freshmen attending our beloved alma mater this fall. We'll be awarding two $2,000 scholarships to deserving students from Virginia who demonstrate leadership and involvement in their school or community. If you know a graduating senior headed to FAMU, please share this opportunity with them! Help us spread the word and support the next generation of Rattlers!

📅 Application Deadline: April 10, 2026

Apply here:
https://bit.ly/NOVAFAMUscholarship26

03/06/2026

Join the FAMU National Alumni Association Northern Virginia Chapter for our upcoming General Body Meeting.

Come connect with fellow alumni, hear chapter updates, and learn how you can stay engaged with the FAMUly in the Northern Virginia area.

Need the link! Send us a DM so we can make sure you attend!

02/27/2026

The annual HBCU 5K Run/Walk is a dynamic and inspiring community event celebrating the powerful legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) while championing health, wellness, and education.

Every step you take helps raise scholarship funds for deserving local students who dream of attending an HBCU. These scholarships remove financial barriers and empower the next generation of leaders to continue a legacy of excellence and service.

To turn up the fun, every participant races as part of a team—because miles are better together! Select “Florida A&M University - NOVA”!

In-Person Race Day Schedule
📍 Location: The Bridge District
633 Howard Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020
⏰ Event Opens: 7:00 AM
🏁 Race Start: 8:00 AM

The venue is metro accessible and offers free parking, making it easy to arrive stress-free and ready to run, walk, and celebrate HBCU pride. Let’s lace up, link up, and make race day unforgettable!

02/27/2026

Early bird registration ends tomorrow, 2/28! Be sure to sign up under FAMU NOVA chapter. Not in town that weekend? No worries! You can join us virtually as well! You may also donate to our chapter if you cannot participate at all. No amount is too small, and proceeds come back to our chapter to help with our scholarship initiative! Register or donate here: https://dchbcu.org/hbcu-5k-run-walk/

02/19/2026

Wonderful opportunity by the DCHBCUAA for 9th-12th grade students!

🔔 CALLING ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS — 9TH THROUGH 12TH GRADE! 🔔

🔬✨ STEM IN ACTION: FROM IDEAS TO IMPACT ✨🔬

📍 Location: Howard University
📅 Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🚀 Where innovation meets opportunity.

Are you curious about science, technology, engineering, or math? Ready to explore real career pathways and connect with professionals who look like you and lead in the industry?

Join us for a dynamic day of hands-on STEM engagement designed specifically to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders.

This immersive experience will connect students with:

✔️ Interactive STEM demonstrations
✔️ Career pathway insights
✔️ Industry professionals & mentors
✔️ Networking opportunities
✔️ Real-world impact conversations

🗓 Registration Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026

🎯 Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your ideas into impact and take the next step toward your future in STEM.

🔗 Register Today: https://bit.ly/STEMinaction26

02/15/2026

Race Registration has officially opened for this year's 5K race, and yes, NOVA FAMU will have a team! Stay tuned for more details next week....

02/08/2026

Like, Woah! Save the Date

It’s time to run it back! When NER Rattlers come together, we truly Bragg Different! From service to scholarships we celebrate our regions impact! Registration is now open for the:
62nd Annual Northeast Regional Conference
📍Westbury, Long Island, New York
📅August 13-16, 2026
👩🏾‍💻LINK IN THE BIO TO REGISTER

💰Registration Breakdown:
Jan-Feb $175
Mar-Apr $250
May-Jun $325
Jul-Aug $400

Register today!

02/07/2026

🏀 HBCU NIGHT WITH THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS! 🏀

Join us for an unforgettable night celebrating the culture, legacy, and excellence of Historically Black Colleges and Universities at HBCU Night Out with the Washington Wizards!

🔥 Community
🎶 Culture
🏀 Basketball
💚🧡 HBCU Pride

Bring your friends, rep your HBCU, and be part of an electric atmosphere as we celebrate the impact of HBCUs on and off the court!

📍 Capital One Arena
📅 February 28, 2026
🎟️ Get your tickets now — don’t miss it!

01/01/2026

We came. We saw. We brunched.
But most importantly, we connected. 💚🧡

Thank you to every FAMU Rattler who came out and made this moment special. Once a Rattler, ALWAYS a Rattler!

01/01/2026

Join the UNCF for the 43rd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration on Saturday, January 19, 2026, at The Hotel at the University of Maryland, located in Prince George’s County.

For over 80 years, UNCF, the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization, has provided financial support to ensure that our students can succeed and that UNCF-member institutions continue to keep moving forward toward the pursuit of educational excellence.

For more than 30 years, the Washington, DC office of UNCF and the Washington Inter-Alumni Council (WIAC) have come together to present the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration to support students from the Washington Metropolitan Area and to support UNCF-member institutions.

✨CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO TO PURCHASE✨