PLC Detroit

Today we honor freedom, resilience, and the legacy that built this institution. As Michigan’s only HBCU, we carry that spirit forward in everything we do.

Our offices are closed today in observance.
Happy Juneteenth. 🖤✏️👟💜

Follow along as Rohna takes us behind the scenes of a day the team spent giving back with Apple and the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Detroit. From beautifying community spaces to working alongside fellow volunteers, this experience reflects the power of partnership, service, and community impact.

At PLC Detroit, we believe learning extends beyond the classroom. Opportunities like these allow our emerging creatives and staff to engage with industry leaders while making a meaningful difference in the communities they serve.

Thank you to Apple and the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Detroit for allowing us to be part of this day of service.

Violet T. Lewis Day through the eyes of an emerging creative. 💜

Join Monique as she takes us along this special celebration honoring the life, legacy, and impact of Dr. Violet T. Lewis. She captures what makes PLC Detroit different from the rest. It’s a movement rooted in opportunity, access, and purpose.

As we honor Dr. Lewis’ legacy, we’re also looking toward the future through our MiHBCU 28x28 Campaign, an initiative to raise $28 million by 2028 to help sustain and expand tuition-free education for the next generation of creatives.

Learn more about the MiHBCU 28x28 Campaign through the link in our bio.

Getting hands-on with the future of creativity. ✨✏️

This week, stopped by PLC Detroit to showcase their latest technology, giving our students the opportunity to test new tools and experience industry-standard products firsthand.

Access to experiences like these is what makes PLC Detroit different. We’re proud to connect our emerging creatives with the tools shaping the future of design.

“We’re not a traditional college.”

In his remarks for Violet T. Lewis Day, Dr. Edwards reflected on what this day means for PLC Detroit and the mission that guides us every day: providing access to high-quality education without the burden of tuition.

Dr. Violet T. Lewis believed in creating opportunities where others saw barriers. Today, that legacy lives on through a college committed to preparing the next generation of designers, creators, and innovators while removing financial obstacles to learning.

As we honor her vision, we invite you to help us build the future through our 28x28 MiHBCU Campaign, an effort to raise $28 million by 2028 to sustain and expand tuition-free educational opportunities for students.

Every gift helps create access. Every donation helps change a life.

Visit our website to donate today and be part of the legacy.

Powerful words. Purposeful impact. 💜

During our celebration of , Dr. Ponders reflects on how the impact of PLC will continue to nurture the next generation of leaders.

Her remarks centered community,
leadership, education, and how she sees the connection between her grandmothers vision and our President, Dr. Edwards.

Thank you, Dr. Ponders, for pouring wisdom into this moment and helping us honor the spirit
and legacy of Dr. Violet T. Lewis 💜

A day, rooted in legacy, community, and connection 💜

Here’s a small recap of what today looked like at PLC Detroit. From powerful conversations and shared stories to unforgettable moments throughout the day, brought together leaders, creative students, and community members to celebrate impact across generations.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported, participated, and helped make this day meaningful. This is what community looks like!

Until next time. ✨