Career Program Specialist - Virtual Program
The Career Program Specialist leads Posse’s Career Program for the Posse Virtual Program.
Altegra Health Board Member Supports Los Angeles Scholars
Since joining the Posse Los Angeles Advisory Board in 2012, Greg Sinaiko, an entrepreneur in the health care industry, has become deeply involved as a volunteer and a fundraiser. Posse recently asked Greg to share more about his commitment to Posse’s mission.
Tulane President Speaks at New Orleans’ First Power of 10 Event
In October 2013, Posse New Orleans hosted its first Power of 10 fundraiser at the Martine Chaisson Gallery. The luncheon event raised nearly $36,000 and featured special remarks by Dr. Scott Cowen, the president of Tulane University.
Scholar Promotes Environmental Awareness on International Radio Program
Manuela Gaviria, a sophomore in the first New Orleans Posse at Tulane University, helped produce a radio program during her summer internship with Build a Better Planet, an organization that advocates for sustainable living around the world.
Scholars, Alums Receive Application Support from Grad School + Fellowships Program
The Posse Foundation's Graduate School + Fellowships Program supports Scholars and alumni who are pursuing advanced degrees or competitive fellowship opportunities. Ten prestigious graduate school programs partner with Posse to offer scholarships.
University of Virginia Becomes Posse Partner
The Posse Foundation is proud to add the University of Virginia (U.Va.) to its roster of top-tier college and university partners. U.Va. will select its first Posse of 10 Scholars from Houston this December.
Posse President and Founder Deborah Bial Awarded 2013 McGraw Prize in Education
This September, Posse President and Founder Deborah Bial was awarded the prestigious Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Prize in Education for her work with The Posse Foundation.
Denison Associate Provost Champions Diversity
Denison University Associate Provost Dr. Toni C. King is dedicated to supporting diverse leadership in the student body and faculty. With a career that includes teaching at a historically black college, an all-women’s college, two state universities, and, for the past 15 years, a liberal arts college, Toni believes that higher education should offer a transformative experience.
Bryn Mawr Scholar Wins Prestigious Fellowship
Bryn Mawr College junior Esteniolla Maitre began crusading for education reform as a high school student from Mattapan, Massachusetts. Now, with the support of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship, she is preparing to be an influential leader in the education field.
180 Alumni Attend Posse Leadership Conference
In August, 180 Posse alumni attended the fifth annual National Posse Alumni Leadership Conference in New York City. The day-long conference included a presentation by Posse President and Founder Deborah Bial, a keynote address by Demos Distinguished Fellow and author Bob Herbert, as well as presentations by more than 30 guest speakers.
Bucknell Alumna Wins Ainslie Achievement Award
Nadia Marie Sasso, a graduate of Bucknell University, is the 2013 recipient of the Ainslie Alumni Achievement Award. During the annual National Posse Alumni Leadership Conference held in New York City this past August, Nadia was honored for her commitment to social responsibility and her ability to inspire others.