Dream on Purpose aims to inspire and prepare youth for their next step through its seventh annual Cupcakes & Conversations: College Discoveries event on Saturday.  

For 11- to 18-year-olds, the free event will last from 2 to 5 p.m. at Santa Fe College’s Blount Center (401 NW 6^th St., Gainesville). Registration is free at DreamonPurpose.org/events. 

The event allows potential students to meet current college students, connect with industry experts and collect information on financial aid, housing and time management skills. Free resource kits and giveaways are also part of College Discoveries.  

The event will feature a lineup of speakers and exhibitors, sharing their personal and professional experiences. The lineup includes: 

• Dr. Dakeyan “Dre'” Graham – Alachua County Public Schools – Keynote Speaker   

• Terrell Jenkins – University of Florida – College Admissions   

• Nasseeka Denis – The Education Equalizer – Financial Aid   

• The Education Foundation of Alachua County – Budgeting for College and Exhibitor   

• Santa Fe College Police Department – Campus Safety   

• Temetria Hargett – University of Florida – Housing   

• Joanna Hunt – Santa Fe College undergraduate student – College Panel   

• Kevin Savoi – Santa Fe College undergraduate student – College Panel   

• Harry-Caleb Ostagne – Santa Fe College undergraduate student – College Panel   

• Nancy Raphael – Santa Fe College undergraduate student – College Panel   

• Patrice Quetant – University of Florida undergraduate student – College Panel   

• Cindy Michel – Vystar Credit Union – Exhibitor