The Posse Foundation

Announcing the Posse Arts initiative, launched in partnership with “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda Family Fund. The first cohorts will debut at California Institute of the Arts, Bard College and University of North Carolina School of the Arts in fall 2022. Read more in The Wall Street Journal. #PosseLove

We launched the Jeff Ubben Posse Fellowship in 2017 in recognition of the incredible impact of Board Chair emeritus Jeff Ubben. The highly-competitive award is given to five exceptional Posse Scholars each year and provides a summer internship with a major industry leader as well as a $10,000 grant. The 2024 Jeff Ubben Posse Fellows and hosts are: University of Virginia Scholar Momore Del-Davidson with State of California Senator Laphonza Butler Colby College Scholar Sofia H. with National Geographic Society CEO Jill Tiefenthaler Middlebury College Scholar Tyler Reed with Moody's Corporation CEO Rob Fauber Northwestern University Scholar John Saleeb with Hospital for Special Surgery CEO Bryan T. Kelly, MD, MBA and Pepperdine University Vincent Vergara with Clearlake Capital Group Co-Founder & Managing Partner José E. Feliciano Visit the link in the comments to read the official press release announcing this year's hosts. #LeadersInAction #Ubben #CEOinTraining

This time of year, Posse Scholars are interning and traveling, having what we call a "meaningful summer experience." One example is Pomona College Scholar Derek Basil-Porter, who spent last summer in Brazil conducting community based research. Read about Derek and other Posse Scholars and alum at the link below. #ScholarsInAction #Posse

Erin Levesque, a University of Michigan alum, works with aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider Rocket Lab designing components on high-performance satellite systems. Ultimately, she hopes to innovate spacecraft technology to help improve people’s everyday lives. #PosseAlumLead #PosseInSpace?!

Boston University Scholar Nisrine Rahmaoui is making the most out of her education through BU’s 4+1 dual degree program. By next spring, she will have earned both a bachelor’s and master’s in human physiology from the institution. “The best leaders are the ones with humility, kindness and a community oriented mindset. That’s what Posse Scholars do. That’s what doctors must do,” says Nisrine. #ScholarsInAction 

Cornell University Scholar Olivia Ochoa shared her incredible story of being nominated by a Posse alum for the Scholarship. Recently graduated, Olivia spent her time on Cornell's campus dedicated to pursuing her passion for social justice. Check out the video below to learn about Olivia's journey. #Posse #ScholarsInAction #PosseAlumLead

Wheaton College Massachusetts Scholar Ajahni Jackson is making an impact as a member of the Student Government Association (SGA). One of his first initiatives was improving lighting across campus. “One of our primary focuses was improving the feeling of safety on campus,” Ajahni said. "Improving safety is about fostering trust and inclusivity." Read about Ajahni and his work with the SGA at Wheaton in the article linked below. #ScholarsInAction

Last year, Bucknell University alum Manuel Teshe made history as the youngest person and first Salvadoran elected as a City Councilor in Chelsea, MA. Manuel serves the city's seventh district. #PosseAlumLead #ScholarsInAction

Posse alum are up to date on the new tech - including in A.I. Meet Staci Castro, Wellesley College alum who is part of a pioneering team at US AutoLogistics exploring applications for machine learning and A.I. Her focus? Empowering others to learn the new technology. “I know I have a lot more to learn, and I hope that I can open doors for others in the same way that so many people have helped me get to where I am today," says Staci. #PosseAlumLead

Look fast or you'll miss it - Posse new grad Jasmyn Beckles posing with her family on graduation day. Thanks for sharing the joy, Syracuse University! Congratulations to the class of 2024. 🎉 #PosseAlumLead #NewGraduates