Ephren Taylor Entrepreneurial Academy at Cheyney University now accepting applications for summer 2008

Applications are now being accepted for the Ephren Taylor Entrepreneurial Academy's (ETEA) second annual Entrepreneurship Learning Camp. The leadership and business training program is in collaboration with Cheyney University, the nation's oldest Historically Black College or University (HBCU) located in Pennsylvania, and will be held on Cheyney's campus from July 13-18. Students entering grades 10 thru 12 are eligible to attend. Housing, meals and program materials are free to students selected to attend; enrollment is limited to 25 students. The application deadline to register for the camp is June 6.

The Learning Camp provides an interactive curriculum about entrepreneurship during an intense six-day training period that educates students on the process of starting and operating a business. Students will learn about the impact small businesses have on the global economy, and how entrepreneurship is a viable and rewarding career choice. Facilitators will include Cheyney University faculty, popular media personalities, and successful business owners. Ultimately, students will leave the camp with the tools necessary to launch their journey toward entrepreneurship.

"The Entrepreneurship Learning Camp is a great opportunity for young people to acquire the necessary skills to become successful business owners and community leaders," Taylor said. "I look forward to being a part of developing their visions and dreams, and teaching them not only about entrepreneurship, but also the significance of working to serve their community and uplift others."

Taylor, 25, is a self-made millionaire and the youngest African American CEO of any publicly traded company. Author of the newly released book, Creating Success from the Inside Out (www.CreatetheSuccess.com), Taylor and his company are engaged in leveraging investments, holdings and other assets, building value for investors and shareholders, and creating positive change and self-sufficiency for communities.

For more information about the Entrepreneurship Learning Academy, or to download an application, visit www.cheyney.edu/documents/pdf/entcampapp.pdf