‘Disney on the Yard’ takes over Delaware State University campus, provides networking for students [Video]

DOVER, Delaware — It was an exciting day Tuesday at Delaware State University. Students gathered in the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center for “Disney on the Yard,” complete with an appearance by Drum Major Mickey.

The initiative is dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for HBCU students and alumni by building community across The Walt Disney Company.

“Disney on the Yard is the Walt Disney Company’s commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. There’s internships, mentorships, scholarships, sponsorships, and we just want to give the students a space and place to see themselves represented and know that there’s an opportunity at The Walt Disney Company if they see fit,” said Dayna Lee Libby, Disney on the Yard’s outreach and engagement director.

Organizers hope the event could be the spark that helps launch successful futures for the students who attended.

“When you show up on campus saying that you want to develop a real …