John Robert Lewis Scholars, Fellows & Leaders Alumni Network
74 Alumni
The first three cohorts of JRL Scholars, Fellows & Leaders have graduated from the program
35+ Schools
JRL Scholars & Fellows have attended 35+ colleges and universities across the United States and abroad
8 Corporations
JRL Leaders have been sponsored by eight corporations to participate in the year long program
About the Alumni Network
The John Robert Lewis Scholars, Fellows, and Leaders Alumni Network fosters a lifelong connection among alumni and the global community at-large through mentorship, entrepreneurship, networking, research collaborations, community outreach, and financial support. By nurturing its commitment to carry on the vision of Congressman John Lewis to fulfill his mandate that “we all have roles to play”, this network is made up of the next generation of leaders who will implement the principles of nonviolence to make meaningful change.
Alumni Network Leadership
chair
Dr. N’dea Moore-Petinak
Recording Secretary
Parker Watts
Treasurer
Travis Waters
Communications Liason
Dr. Autumn Brown
Alumni Network Committees
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Organizes annual Washington DC meeting
Plans and conducts a group service project
Gives out an honorary award each year
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Conducts informational webinars about the JRL program
Sends campus ambassadors to schools to promote the JRL program
Plans social media outreach to spread awareness of the JRL program
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Provides mentorship and networking opportunities during the alumni weekend
Offers virtual mentorship sessions throughout the year
Provides advice to current Scholars, Fellows & Leaders to support their oral history projects
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Maintains records of alumni information for the database
Ensures all oral history projects are added to the archive
Provides information and advice for Scholars, Fellows & Leaders seeking help with alumni database or archival issues
