Tailored specifically for Posse graduates, The Update features important dates, Posse news, and select alumni highlights.
Middlebury Alumna Develops National Entrepreneurship Program in Uganda
Angelica Towne graduated from Middlebury College five years ago determined to use her education to empower youth in developing countries around the world. Today, the international studies major is the co-founder and country director of Educate!, a national youth leadership development organization that works with thousands of students and young entrepreneurs in Uganda.
Kalamazoo Offers Scholars Small Campus, Global Education
Bringing diversity to higher education has been a career-long commitment for Eric Staab, the dean of admission and financial aid at Michigan’s Kalamazoo College.
PossePlus Retreats Tackle Class, Power, Privilege
This spring, 3,500 students from 37 Posse partner colleges and universities across the country explored the topic of class, power and privilege at weekend retreats facilitated by The Posse Foundation.
Former Burger King Exec. Champions Posse Miami
José Tomas, the chair of Posse Miami’s advisory board, attributes the achievements of his 20-year career in human resources and operations to his ability to adapt.
Denison U. Scholar Recognized as Distinguished Leader
In February, Posse Chicago Scholar Brandon Hummons received a Distinguished Leadership Award from Denison University.
World’s Largest Restaurant Conglomerate Supports Posse
Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants is the world’s largest full-service restaurant company, with more than 2,000 restaurant locations and more than 190,000 employees.
White House Blog Features Veterans Posse Initiative
On January 31, 2013, The Posse Foundation was recognized on the official blog of The White House for the success of its newly launched Veterans Posse initiative.
New York Partner Schools Award 143 Posse Scholarships
Posse New York held three Awards Ceremonies in January to welcome 143 talented Scholars, including members of the inaugural Veterans Posse.
UniWorld CEO, Posse Alumna Monique Nelson on Doing Well and Giving Back
Monique Nelson is the chairman and CEO of UniWorld Group, Inc., an award-winning advertising agency that focuses on multicultural outreach.
New York Scholars Attend Annual Clinton Global Initiative University Conference
In April, nine Posse New York Scholars attended the 2013 Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) Conference held at Washington University in St. Louis.