Alumni Spotlight 07/23
Surge 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…
Oakland Alumni Kickoff
Many thanks to the Oakland alumni community for showing up and leaning into all things alumni engagement—and a special thank you to Lauren Horton (OAK20) for leading the work these…
Surge Welcomes Three New Staff Members
Andre Smith Divinity Pittman Cecilia-Ananya Belser Patton The Surge Institute is honored and excited to announce three new staff members joining our team to further our mission and vision: Andre…
Surge Institute statement on Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action ruling
Today’s Supreme Court ruling that colleges and universities can no longer take into account race as a specific basis in admissions is a saddening move, one that represents a step…
Carmita Semaan: One of Five Award-Winners up for National Recognition Amongst 400 Black Leaders in Education
Carmita Semaan transcends the range of possibilities expected of a little girl who grew up below the poverty line in Birmingham, Alabama. While her childhood was steeped in adversity, Carmita…
The Leadership Collaborative Celebrates with Opening Retreat
Over the April 29-30 weekend, The Leadership Collaborative (TLC) celebrated the beginning of their immersive learning experience together at their opening retreat in Houston, Texas. The Leadership Collaborative is a…
Giving Flowers to an Amazing Changemaker
This week we’re celebrating Amanda Aiken, a brilliant leader, experienced changemaker, and Harvard Doctoral Fellow, who is completing her impactful Surge residency. As an Innovation Doctoral Resident for Surge, Amanda…
Shambrion Treadwell
“Surge means more leaders of color given the tools, resources, and proper support to thrive and live up to their fullest potential.” Leader in Residence at Opportunity 180
Johnny Dominguez
Executive Director at Leaders in Training “I decided to join Surge as it seemed to be a good fit to where I am currently as a professional. Being within a…
Elizabeth Mares
“Surge’s Las Vegas Fellowship Academy is an opportunity to develop professionally, connect with like-minded individuals who are looking to make an impact on the community, and build a network of…