NORFOLK, Va. – Norfolk State student-athletes will have access to knowledge and expertise from some of the most respected professionals in the field of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in the coming weeks.
 
Norfolk State will host a full-day event, titled "Inside the NIL: HBCU Educational Summit," on Friday, Feb. 2 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Nursing & General Education Building. The occasion is part of a collaboration with B.E. Collective+, an organization dedicated to helping students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) monetize their name, image, and likeness, thereby maximizing their earning potential.
 
The summit aims to equip student-athletes with the knowledge and connections to enhance their NIL opportunities. Norfolk State is one of two HBCU's to schedule summits with B.E. Collective+ so far, taking initiative in the rapidly growing world of NIL.
 
At the summit, attendees will hear from a variety of speakers through many different forms. The event will provide thought-provoking discussions, information panel sessions, and the chance to network with like-minded individuals passionate about the intersection of sports and education.
 
While the highly-anticipated event is free of charge to current Norfolk State student-athletes, anyone interested in attending can purchase tickets here.
 
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