The Power of 10 is Posse’s signature fundraising event that recognizes the strength of a Posse of 10 dynamic students and celebrates diversity in higher education and the workforce.
Houston Receives Workforce Development Grant from Bank of America
Following a successful first year that included the recruitment of 30 new Scholars, Posse Houston is the proud recipient of a highly competitive workforce development grant from The Bank of America Charitable Foundation.
Texas A&M Scholar Ready to Lead
Shukuru Makanyaga, a senior at Robert E. Lee High School in Houston, Texas, will attend Texas A&M University this fall as a member of one of the institution’s first Posses.
Successful Small Business Owner Coaches Houston Scholars
Through her small business, Move Sleep Eat, lifestyle educator MaryBeth Smith helps people transform their lives.
Tulane Scholar Selected as Panelist for NBC Education Nation
In April, Charlie Draughter, who will be a sophomore at Tulane University this fall, was chosen from hundreds of local students to be a student panelist at a town hall forum in New Orleans for NBC News’ Education Nation, a series that explores the state of education in America.
Teaching Fellow Coaches New Tulane Scholars
Phil Hofius, a recent transplant to New Orleans, became a Posse writing coach because he wanted to be part of the vibrant volunteer community that is helping to transform the city.
Hamilton Scholar Prepares for International Career
“My experiences in Australia and D.C. have taught me that our world will become increasingly interconnected, and with that comes a demand for multilateral cooperation in many different industries,” says Amie. “With my interests in relief work, video advocacy, and education, I expect to continue developing skills that can adapt to the world as my career matures.”
PossePlus Retreats Encourage Dialogue on Class, Power & Privilege in America
During the spring semester, Posse Miami led five PossePlus Retreats (PPRs)—one for each of the site’s partner institutions—on the topic of class, power and privilege in America.
Posse Miami Honors Local Donors
In May, Posse Miami held its second annual Donor Appreciation Event, hosted by restaurant owner Patrick Gleber at the Oak Tavern.
Tulane University’s inaugural Posse graduated in May 2013, paving the way for the continued success of the Posse program on the New Orleans campus.
Bucknellian Advances Multiculturalism Within Greek System
Alex Sandoval, a member of Bucknell University’s second Civic Engagement Posse, is a catalyst for positive change. A rising junior at the university in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, he has taken on a campus leadership role with the Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC) to facilitate cross-cultural communication on campus.