Along with change comes the challenge to find more innovative solutions. The needs of a changing world, coupled with society's budding consciousness of the value of diversity, will present abundant leadership opportunities for African Americans in the workplace. Those who have prepared themselves well will reap many rewards in the new century. 

The following students are among those who are preparing themselves to meet and triumph over the challenges of the global marketplace of the very near future. Currently, they are housed in the protective cocoons (schools) that will facilitate their development as they prepare to blossom into their destinies of leadership. 

These student leaders have proven their ability to maintain high levels of achievement in the academic arena while demonstrating a remarkable knack for leadership. In addition to utilizing their leadership ability to enhance and enrich their campuses, their efforts have transcended the campus and spilled over into their surrounding communities.

It is for their many outstanding accomplishments that we commend them and present them to our readers as inspiration and hope for a brighter world in the next millennium.

With these students leading the way, the future looks pretty bright, particularly if you consider that these five are a very minute sampling of the many dedicated young African-American student leaders out there. 

With these leaders at the helm, Baby Boomers can relax and feel confident and secure about their futures. Current and future college students - be inspired. African Americans in general, be proud!
 
 

Curtis Doucette, Jr. is a graduate of Dillard University in New Orleans. He is currently employed as a technical writer for Avondale Industries in Avondale, LA and is a contributing writer for Black Collegiate Services, Inc.