This year University of Wisconsin-Madison Posse alumnus Dantrell Cotton became the newest member of the Academic Integration team in the New York City Department of Education’s Office of Postsecondary Readiness.
News & Events
Announcing Posse Arts: Michelle Obama Celebrates New Posse Collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda
The Posse Foundation has launched a new arts initiative in partnership with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda Family Fund, with CalArts as the first institutional partner. Former First Lady Michelle Obama announced the program.
Posse Hosts 10th Annual Alumni Leadership Conference
This past July, Posse hosted the 10th National Posse Alumni Leadership Conference at The United Federation of Teachers in downtown New York City.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: Dan Weiss
This interview with Dan Weiss, CEO of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was conducted by Posse Scholar Nicole Stallings-Blanche.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: Hon. Patti Saris
This interview with Hon. Patti Saris, Chief United States District Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, was conducted by Posse Scholar Princess Adeyinka.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: Dr. Steven J. Corwin
This interview with Dr. Steven J. Corwin, President and CEO of NewYork-Presbyterian, was conducted by Posse Scholar Xaria Jordan.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: Ken Frazier
This interview with Ken Frazier, chairman and CEO of Merck, was conducted by Posse Scholar Claudia Hernandez.
University of Chicago Becomes Posse Veterans Program Partner
This fall, the University of Chicago will recruit its first cohort of Scholars through the Posse Veterans Program. The inaugural class will matriculate on campus in fall 2019.
Media Giant Turner Expands Support
Global media brand Turner has been a consistent supporter of Posse Atlanta, with contributions of nearly $300,000 over 10 years.
$1M Vassar Vets Fund Created in Honor of Board Member
Bill Plapinger, an attorney of counsel at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, has been a member of the Posse Board of Directors since 2013.
Lawrence University Dean Engages Scholars, Stands for Diversity
Pa Lee Moua is Lawrence University’s associate dean of students for diversity and has been the Posse liaison since 2015.