Chanelle Bell
“The Surge fellowship is not only a movement, but it’s a way of life. The namesake itself means power. When I think of my Black and Brown people I think…
Ana Agarrat
“To walk into an unfamiliar space and be welcomed like family, supported in the knowledge that you belong in the rooms where the necessary work to improve the lives of…
Onel Abreu
“The Surge Fellowship represents an opportunity for me to exponentially grow and shape our narrative through its mission of developing and unapologetically celebrating a network of leaders of color who…
Diego Báez
“The knowledge and community we build in class proves vital for students who are continuing their education, especially for first-generation college students, and for immigrant and undocumented Chicagoans. Truman College…