AAMU Junior Chosen for Competitive Our Futures Weekend

Alabama A&M University junior Bryson Hannah continues to distinguish himself nationally after being selected to attend the University of Notre Dame Graduate School’s Our Futures Weekend, a competitive program designed to introduce high-achieving undergraduates to graduate study opportunities.

Hannah, a mechanical engineering major from Atlanta, recently traveled to South Bend, Indiana, for the program that brings together top students from across the country for faculty panels, networking sessions and in-depth discussions about research and academic pathways.

“I attended faculty panels, engaged in discussions with current graduate students, participated in networking sessions, and explored potential research and academic pathways,” said Hannah. “The experience was structured and intentional, focused on preparation rather than observation.”

Hannah approached the weekend with clear purpose.

“My goal was to have an open mind when considering Notre Dame and to be intentional during the weekend,” he said. “I intentionally got out of my comfort zone and met faculty and graduate students that I may not have met otherwise.”

Hannah was one of only two students invited to participate in a spotlight highlighting his background and experiences during the weekend.

A merit scholar and president of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) chapter at Alabama A&M, Hannah has built an impressive portfolio during his time on The Hill. Last February, he was one of five students nationwide selected to attend Harvard Business School’s H. Naylor Fitzhugh Conference in Boston, where he gained exposure to executive leadership and the school’s case study method.

This summer, he will complete his third internship with Southern Company in Atlanta, continuing to build experience in the energy sector. As NSBE chapter president, he will also lead a delegation of 30 STEM students to the National Society of Black Engineers Annual Convention in Baltimore, where they will pursue internships, full-time offers and professional development opportunities.

Beyond academics and internships, Hannah is also an entrepreneur. Last year he founded Internably, a platform designed to connect college interns across the United States through curated group chats based on internship city or company. The platform now serves hundreds of students from more than 30 universities and is preparing to launch its first version on the Apple App Store this summer.

After graduating in May 2027, Hannah plans to work in the energy industry while continuing to scale Internably nationally. Long term, he aspires to serve as a chief executive officer, leading at the highest levels of corporate America while creating opportunities for others.
His commitment to leadership is rooted in his experience at Alabama A&M.

“I chose Alabama A&M because Alabama A&M chose me,” he said. “Unlike other campuses I toured, it felt personal. The faculty and students made it clear they wanted me here. My first visit was my official golf visit with Coach E. D’Wayne Robinson. He not only showed my family and me around campus, but also arranged for us to meet and speak with the University president. From that moment, I felt seen and valued. Even during the admissions process, the faculty treated me like my decision mattered. That level of care confirmed that The Hill was home.”

That early affirmation now shapes how he shows up in rooms far beyond The Hill.

“Representing Alabama A&M in spaces like Notre Dame is a responsibility I take seriously. I am grateful for the foundation The Hill has given me and remain committed to using every opportunity to elevate our University and create pathways for those coming behind me.”