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December 23, 2020

Ranfla Claus: Alum Gives Back in Style

“I thought that I could join my love of old cars with the act of giving back.”

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January 31, 2020

Debuting Our Depth Mentoring Institute

Depth Mentoring — a practice focusing on four integrated knowledge areas, including social/emotional intelligence and identity formation.

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August 21, 2018

Podcast: A Conversation on Identity

Welcome to our first podcast — created and hosted by Summer Searcher Kenny Mai.

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January 17, 2018

Chris Long Teams Up with Michelle Obama and Summer Search

“I am excited to partner with Summer Search on a couple of important initiatives to make a difference for deserving young people.”

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January 30, 2017

Hermese Velasquez Takes the Lead in Boston

Welcoming Hermese Velasquez as Boston Executive Director.

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January 20, 2017

Thanking Your Mentor

At Summer Search, gratitude is part of everything we do. One of our core values is to “say thank you seven times.”

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November 16, 2016

NFL-Sized Support

From the Philadelphia, to Seattle, to all across the Summer Search network, we are grateful for the support of our partners who help us continue to make an impact in the communities we serve.

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August 18, 2016

Ingredients for Success

Annissa describes how this opportunity to connect with Andy was helping her fulfill a dream.

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July 21, 2016

Summer Searchers in the White House

“There is nothing more important you can do for yourself than get your education.” – Michelle Obama

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April 27, 2016

College Signing Day with the First Lady

21 graduating seniors from Summer Search New York City were in attendance at Michelle Obama’s third annual event to celebrate high school seniors choosing to pursue higher education.

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