Assistant to the Director - New York
The primary responsibilities of the position are to directly support all aspects of the site director’s daily duties including general office management, organizing calendar and travel, generating reports, managing petty cash, event planning, working with donors and various other constituent groups, and assisting with major projects and program operations.
Social Innovator, Wheaton Alum Wins Ainslie Award
Ryan Letada, an alumnus of Wheaton College, was selected as the 2014 winner of the Ainslie Alumni Achievement Award in recognition of his contributions to the global community through social innovation.
Scholar Elected President of Grinnell Student Government
As a high school student, Posse Scholar Opeyemi “Ope” Awe knew she wanted to attend a college where she could become a leader. Now a senior at Grinnell College, Ope is leading the campus as Student Government Association president.
Enrollment AVP Brings Diverse Perspectives to Bucknell
For more than 30 years Mark D. Davies has played an instrumental role in shaping the student body of Bucknell University, a tri-city Posse partner institution.
Telemundo EVP Advances Multiculturalism
As executive vice president of digital media and emerging business for NBCUniversal’s Telemundo Media, Peter E. Blacker has blazed a trail in multicultural media.
Babson Alumna Develops Organic Personal Care Line
Renee Edwards graduated magna cum laude from Babson College with a degree in business management and a concentration in environmental sustainability, both of which she’s utilizing to develop Never Underestimate Simple, a line of non-toxic organic p
Fox Rothschild Attorney Joins New York Advisory Board
Fox Rothschild Associate James C. Clark, a DePauw University Posse alumnus, has a law degree from Georgetown University and 10 years of experience as a litigator.
Internship Celebration Honors Scholars, Career Program Partners
Posse D.C. held its eighth annual Internship Celebration at The Pew Charitable Trusts in July. More than 80 guests attended to celebrate the professional accomplishments of Scholars and alumni.
Lafayette Alumna Becomes Assistant District Attorney
As a first-generation college student, Posse alumna Laquan Lightfoot was determined to make the most of her higher education and serve her community.
Catalogue for Philanthropy Endorses Posse as “One of the Best” in D.C. Region
The Posse Foundation is honored to announce its recognition as one of Greater Washington’s best community-based charities in the 2014-2015 Catalogue for Philanthropy.
Hamilton Scholar Wins Grant to Study Cuban Culture in U.S.
Hamilton College Scholar Gabriella “Gaby” Pico, a junior, received the Kirkland Scholars Award for her “commitment to the needs and interests of women” after being nominated by her professors.