The role of the Posse trainer is to help recruit, train, and support Posse Scholars. During recruitment, trainers assist with outreach to high schools and community-based organizations.
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.
BU Scholar Wins Fulbright Scholarship
Vanja Pantic, a recent graduate of Boston University, is the first Scholar from Atlanta to win a Fulbright Scholarship.
Bank of America Invests in Posse Atlanta
Posse Atlanta is privileged to partner with Bank of America and affiliates such as Merrill Lynch.
Scholars Shadow Leading Law, Consulting, Arts Professionals
This summer, Posse Scholars were exposed to exciting careers in law, consulting and the arts thanks to job shadow days at Jones Day, Accenture and The Woodruff Arts Center