Welcome the 2021 Surge Chicago Cohort!
During this time that we are in, Surge has continued to be resolute regarding our mission to empower and elevate leaders of color given the widespread impact the COVID-19 pandemic…
Welcome the 2021 Indianapolis Surge Academy Cohort!
Earlier this year, we made the exciting announcement of the Surge Academy’s expansion to Indianapolis, IN, thanks to the partnership of The Mind Trust, an education focused nonprofit organization whose…
Welcome the 2021 Surge Oakland Cohort!
“Every human is an artist. The dream of your life is to make beautiful art.” ― Don Miguel Ruiz, The Four Agreements It is incredible to think that over two…
Surge Academy and The Mind Trust announce Indianapolis launch of an executive program for leaders of color in education
Two virtual gatherings for interested applicants will be offered in April, hosted by Surge Institute Founder and President Carmita Semaan (Indianapolis, IN – April 1, 2020)…
Recruitment for the 2021 Surge Oakland Fellowship begins
“And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” ― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist As the Surge movement enters its fifth year and we…
Introducing the Surge Academy | Indianapolis
It has been a blessing to watch the Surge movement grow and evolve since our humble beginning back in 2015, and we are honored to continue to serve and collaborate…
The Surge Institute welcomes new Vice President of National Programs
(Chicago, IL) – The national movement to elevate transformative leaders in education just entered a new chapter as education innovator Rodney Thomas begins a new journey leading program strategy as…
#SurgeForMore 2019 Sees a Milestone in the Movement!
The 2019 #SurgeForMore giving campaign recently concluded with the usher of a new decade, and we were blown away by the incredible wave of generous donations and support for our…
Welcome the Kansas City 2020 Surge Academy Fellows!
We are proud to announce that 17 leaders of color who currently serve within the Kansas City education landscape have been selected for the 2020 Surge Academy Fellowship! The Surge…
Surge Chicago and Surge Oakland Introduce Local Boards!
We are thrilled and honored to introduce the Chicago and Oakland local boards! These seasoned, dynamic and brilliant leaders will help broaden and deepen the Surge movement in each of…