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.
Presidents Conference Tackles Economics of Higher Ed
In October, presidents and chancellors from top colleges and universities around the country convened in New York City for Posse’s biennial Presidents Conference on Higher Education. This year’s Conference entitled, Another Bubble: The Sustainability of the Higher Education Economic Model, explored the viability of current approaches to funding postsecondary institutions.
Scholar Promotes Dialogue, Diversity at Middlebury
As co-founder of the My Midd Retreat and president of Women of Color (WOC), Middlebury College senior Aya Gallego facilitates important conversations among her peers about identity, race and gender.
Infor CEO Joins Board, Sponsors Veterans Posse Program
Infor Chief Executive Officer Charles Phillips, a former captain in the U.S. Marine Corps, joined the Posse National Board of Directors in April 2012. Infor, a leading global software company, was the first corporate sponsor of the recently launched Veterans Posse Program.
Longstanding Partner Viacom Committed to Program’s Success
Since 2006, The Posse Foundation has enjoyed the generous support of media giant Viacom. Viacom and its extensive network of media providers—including BET, Comedy Central, MTV and Paramount Pictures—have donated more than $420,000 to the Foundation as well as hosted fundraisers and provided highly coveted career development opportunities to Posse Scholars.
Annual Leadership Conference Draws Alumni from 7 Cities
Over 100 alumni representing seven Posse chapters from across the country attended the fourth annual National Posse Alumni Leadership Conference in New York City this past August.
Power of 10 Event Honors Mabie Family
In October, nearly 300 guests celebrated Posse’s young leaders at Posse Chicago’s seventh annual Power of 10 fundraiser at the Chicago Cultural Center. The event raised more than $280,000 and honored the Mabie family for their commitment to education and youth in the city of Chicago.
PwC Invests in Career Development for Posse Scholars
PwC, a big-four multinational professional services firm and Posse Career Program partner, is committed to providing Scholars with valuable career development opportunities.
Pomona Scholar Charts Path to Career in Organic Chemistry
Marvin Vega, a senior chemistry major at Pomona College, is conducting unique research within the college’s organic chemistry department to synthesize elements of organic compounds that can be used as antibiotics.
Kirkland & Ellis Partner Joins Chicago Advisory Board
Ted Swan, a partner at the law firm of Kirkland & Ellis LLP and a longtime supporter of education organizations throughout Chicago, recently joined the Posse Chicago Advisory Board.
Advisory Board Member Mentors Scholars
Kate Norris, a private client advisor at HUB International with 15 years of industry experience, is passionate about providing quality education to young people.