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.
180 Alumni Attend Posse Leadership Conference
In August, 180 Posse alumni attended the fifth annual National Posse Alumni Leadership Conference in New York City. The day-long conference included a presentation by Posse President and Founder Deborah Bial, a keynote address by Demos Distinguished Fellow and author Bob Herbert, as well as presentations by more than 30 guest speakers.
Bucknell Alumna Wins Ainslie Achievement Award
Nadia Marie Sasso, a graduate of Bucknell University, is the 2013 recipient of the Ainslie Alumni Achievement Award. During the annual National Posse Alumni Leadership Conference held in New York City this past August, Nadia was honored for her commitment to social responsibility and her ability to inspire others.
Vanderbilt Trustee Supports Diverse Leaders
As a trustee of Vanderbilt University with a respected 30-year career in finance, Posse National Board of Directors founding member Eugene “Gene” Shanks, Jr. is keenly aware of the importance of educational opportunity and the value of diversity.
Bank of America Invests in Posse Scholars
Leading financial institution Bank of America and the Bank of America Charitable Foundation are critical supporters of The Posse Foundation.
The Posse Foundation is deeply saddened by the loss of two members of the Posse family, alumnus Dallas Madlock and Scholar Dareon Cartman.
Idealist.org Founder Speaks at Posse Liaison Conference
In June, representatives from Posse’s partner institutions gathered in New York City for the annual Liaison Conference.
Posse Partners with PBS for Broadcast
The Posse Foundation was selected to take part in American Graduate Day with a segment airing on PBS (Channel 13 in NYC) on September 28, 2013, at 6 p.m. EST.
Bruno Mars Performs at Annual Posse Gala
On May 22, singing sensation Bruno Mars took the stage at Cipriani Wall Street in downtown Manhattan, offering an energetic benefit concert that packed the dance floor as part of The Posse Foundation’s Annual Gala, <i>An Evening of Stars</i>.
St. Olaf, U. of Rochester, Wesleyan U. Join Posse
The Posse Foundation now partners with 47 of the most selective colleges and universities in the country.
Scholars Win Competitive Post-College Fellowships
This year, 34 Scholars from across the country were awarded 37 prestigious national fellowships for graduate-level research, independent study, teaching assistantships and international study.