Our alumni are active, growing their careers, and making a difference all over the country. Many are living out their freedom dreams through new business ventures. Take a look at what these alumni have been doing and join us in congratulating them on their accomplishments!
Jay Gash (OAK22)
Congratulations to Jay Gash (OAK22), who is now a 2025 For Us, By Us Fellow! Jay will be immersed in a seven-month intensive cohort for documentary filmmakers.
Naomi Wilfred (CHI21)
Congratulations to Naomi Wilfred (CHI21)! Naomi was recently accepted as a 2025 CUE Fellow!
Keeanna Warren (INDY21)
Check out Keeanna Warren (INDY21), who was recently featured in the Indianapolis Recorder, speaking about the experiences that have shaped her leadership journey.
Alison Regaldo (CHI20)
Congrats to Alison Regaldo (CHI20) on your new role as Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives in the Office of Student Experience at the City Colleges of Chicago!
Dominique Davis (CHI17)
Congratulations to Dominique Davis (CHI17) for launching her leadership and culture firm SevenSeventeen! We are incredibly proud of you and wish you great success as you embark on your entrepreneurial journey.
Jasmine Knowles (CHI23)
Congratulations to Jasmine Knowles (CHI23) for accepting a new role as Director at The Cafe Group, where she will be leading The 1954 Project — an initiative that awards $1 million unrestricted grants to leaders and their organizations reshaping U.S. education.
Dr. D. Nigel Green (CHI17)
Shout-out to Dr. D. Nigel Green (CHI17) for successfully defending his dissertation! We’re so proud of you, Dr. Green—another purpose fulfilled and a powerful milestone reached!
Kawanza Billy (DC22)
Congrats to Kawanza Billy (DC22) on her new role as Senior Youth Advocacy and Engagement Manager at DC Action!
John Johnson (DC23)
Congratulations to John Johnson (DC23), who completed his master’s at Saint Joseph’s University!
Keina Hodge (DC24)
Congrats to Keina Hodge (DC24) on her new role as Chief of Operations at DC Action!
Tiara Wheatley (CHI20)
Congratulations to Tiara Wheatley (CHI20) for being an honoree at this year’s Chicago Innovation’s “Celebrating Women in Innovation”.
Mandisa John (PHILA23)
Major shout-out to Manidsa John (PHILA23), whose organization Blooming Belles, was recently featured in Shoutout Atlanta! Check out her feature here!
Nicole Savage (DC22)
Celebrating Nicole Savage (DC22), for joining The College Board as their new Director of AP Access Strategy! Congratulations Nicole!
Bilal Muhammed – El Shabazz (TLC23)
Congratulations Bilal Muhammed – El Shabazz (TLC23), for his new role as Founding Principal of Edmonds Coefield Preparatory Academy for Young Men in New Haven, CT – the first all boys middle school in Connecticut.
Nicole Carey (INDY21)
Shout out to Nicole Carey (INDY21) for being recognized as one of Indianapolis Business Journal’s 2025 Forty under 40! This is a major accomplishment and a testament to Nicole’s impact in Indianapolis!
Kala Stepter (OAK21)
Congratulations to Kala Stepter (OAK21) for her new role as K-8 Director of Equity and Community at Head-Royce School in Oakland, California!
Ubaid Bhatti (PHILA23)
Congrats to Ubaid Bhatti (PHILA23) on his new role as Middle School Success & Data Coach at Philadelphia Academies!
