Tailored specifically for Posse graduates, The Update features important dates, Posse news, and select alumni highlights.
Denison Alum Becomes Whitman College VP of Diversity and Inclusion
Thomas Witherspoon, a Posse alumnus of Denison University, is the new vice president of diversity and inclusion at Whitman College. His appointment to the role reflects his deep commitment to serving under-resourced communities and to advancing equity and inclusion in higher education.
Grants Totaling Over $2 Million Launch New Fundraising Campaign
In recognition of Posse’s 30th anniversary, four corporations, four foundations, and 13 individuals have each made grants of $100,000 or more to the Foundation.
Summit Convenes Student Delegates for Town Hall on State of the Union
Produced in collaboration with the Aspen Institute, streamed by NBCU’s Telemundo, and moderated by Emmy Award-winning journalist Frank Sesno, the Summit offered a glimpse into the state of the nation as seen through the eyes of college students.
Chief Enrollment Officer Champions Diversity, Inclusion at Bryn Mawr
As chief enrollment officer at Bryn Mawr College, Cheryl Lynn Horsey works to foster a campus community that is as diverse and inclusive as it is highly selective. She credits her family with instilling in her a passion for both education and equity early on.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: Oskar Eustis
This interview with Oskar Eustis, artistic director of The Public Theater, was conducted by Posse Scholar Gloria Oladipo.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: Jenny Rickard
This interview with Jenny Rickard, president and CEO of The Common Application, was conducted by Posse Veteran Scholar Nicholas West.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: David Ricks
This interview with David Ricks, chairman and CEO of Eli Lilly and Company, was conducted by Posse Scholar Izabelle Fernandez.
Ubben Posse Fellow Interviews: Tim Shriver
This interview with Tim Shriver, chairman of the board of the Special Olympics, was conducted by Posse Scholar Gurbir Singh.
This special group of supporters has each made a significant gift of $100,000 or more in 2019 in recognition of Posse’s 30th anniversary year.
Mount Holyoke Sophomore Wins Prestigious Doris Duke Conservation Scholarship
Julia Talamo, a sophomore Posse Scholar at Mount Holyoke College, has been awarded the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Conservation scholarship.