Posse D.C. Celebrates 20-Year Partnership with Bucknell
This past year, Posse D.C. celebrated 20 years of transforming lives and opening doors in collaboration with Bucknell University, one of the program’s first partner institutions. Since 2004, Bucknell has worked with Posse to support incredibly talented students from our nation’s capital. United by a shared commitment to educational access, diversity, and student success, Bucknell and Posse have built a highly effective, lasting partnership.
Over the past two decades, more than 200 talented D.C. Scholars have journeyed to Bucknell, where they have flourished academically and woven themselves into the fabric of the university. Scholars bring with them unique perspectives and contribute greatly to the dynamism of the campus. Highly engaged members of their community, Scholars lead student-run organizations, participate in campus traditions, and enrich classroom discussions. Many have been the recipients of Bucknell’s highest honors and awards.
The impact of the Bucknell-Posse partnership extends far beyond graduation. Bucknell’s D.C. Scholars have gone on to pursue careers in fields such as education, business, law, academia, and healthcare, bringing with them the values of leadership, service, and integrity. Many Bucknell Posse alumni have come full circle, contributing their time, talents, and resources back to the Posse D.C. network and supporting the next generation of Scholars.
At this year’s Power of 10 fundraiser, Odinakachi Anyanwu, a Bucknell Posse graduate from the first cohort of students, said, “It’s still incredible to process that it’s been 20 years since Posse D.C. launched. It’s my honor to support this milestone celebration.”
This achievement is not only a look back at what The Posse Foundation has accomplished, but a reminder of the ongoing work that lies ahead. As we celebrate 20 years of partnership, we look forward to many more years of collaboration with Bucknell University, striving to empower even more students to realize their potential and achieve their dreams. Thank you to Bucknell University for two decades of partnership, shared vision, and belief in our mission.
