Baltic Summer Academy

BMO Thrive Academy - Los Angeles to Support Economically Disadvantaged Students Through $3 Million Donation

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BMO today announced a $3 million donation to Thrive Scholars to launch the BMO Thrive Academy – Los Angeles.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BMO today announced a $3 million donation to Thrive Scholars to launch the BMO Thrive Academy – Los Angeles.
  • Thrive Scholars is a national college-to-career accelerator dedicated to supporting high-achieving students of color from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
  • "At BMO, we are proud to support initiatives that help create positive change and eliminate barriers to access in underserved communities across Los Angeles.
  • We are excited to see what the young people who participate in BMO Thrive Academy – Los Angeles are going to achieve."

10th Annual Youth for Justice Summer Academy Wraps

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice & Youth for Justice are pleased to announce the conclusion of the 10th annual Youth for Justice Summer Academy based at the Canal neighborhood headquarters of Alcohol Justice. 

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  • SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice & Youth for Justice are pleased to announce the conclusion of the 10th annual Youth for Justice Summer Academy based at the Canal neighborhood headquarters of Alcohol Justice.
  • This year's Summer Academy took place from July 24 to August 3 and was very special as it was the 10th anniversary of the event.
  • "We are so grateful to have been able to celebrate our tenth year of providing such a unique summer camp for our Latino youth from the Canal neighborhood," stated Maite Duran, Youth for Justice Program Director.
  • Youth for Justice and Alcohol Justice appreciate ongoing generous funding from the Marin County Juvenile Probation Department that helps make the Youth for Justice Summer Academy possible.

Thrive Scholars Responds to Supreme Court Ruling on Race-Conscious Admissions

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Summer Academy prepared me with the intellectual tools I now use to find success at Princeton."

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  • Summer Academy prepared me with the intellectual tools I now use to find success at Princeton."
  • This understanding forms the foundation for Thrive Scholar's programming.
  • Over 40 percent of our Scholars who participate in Thrive Scholars' Summer Academy attend Ivy Plus colleges, with 85 percent attending the Top 50 schools."
  • At Thrive Scholars, we believe high-achieving students of color belong in higher ed institutions and diverse college campuses are important," said Steve Stein, CEO of Thrive Scholars.

Policy Pathways' Summer Academy Online Inspires Future Policy Leaders

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Youth have a stake in our country's future, yet their influence has limited impact in bringing about significant policy change.

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  • Youth have a stake in our country's future, yet their influence has limited impact in bringing about significant policy change.
  • The Summer Academy Online empowers students to transfer passions into real-world policy careers and change.
  • The two-week Summer Academy for Policy Leadership and Public Service Online (SAO) prepares participants to stand out in college and career pipelines in public policy and administration while feeding their yearning for change and purpose.
  • Policy Pathways offers the virtual Summer Academy as an engaging, remote learning experience for youth (ages 15 – 25).

National Press Club awards Alexa D'Amato with the 2023 Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club, the world's leading professional organization for journalists, has selected Alexa D'Amato of Boxford, Massachusetts, as the recipient of its 2023 Richard G. Zimmerman Journalism Scholarship.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club, the world's leading professional organization for journalists, has selected Alexa D'Amato of Boxford, Massachusetts, as the recipient of its 2023 Richard G. Zimmerman Journalism Scholarship.
  • The Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship is named for a long-time National Press Club member who died in 2008 and endowed a scholarship in aid of high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in journalism.
  • "Alexa is an exceptional student who has already demonstrated excellence in journalism," said Eileen O'Reilly, National Press Club president.
  • National Press Club scholarships are administered by its nonprofit affiliate, the National Press Club Journalism Institute.

LIM College Offers High School Students Summer Fashion Program in New York City

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midtown Manhattan's LIM College, which focuses on the business of fashion and lifestyle, is once again offering its popular Summer Fashion Academy pre-college program for high school students.

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  • NEW YORK, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midtown Manhattan's LIM College, which focuses on the business of fashion and lifestyle, is once again offering its popular Summer Fashion Academy pre-college program for high school students.
  • Students spend the week exploring New York City, going behind the scenes to experience the fashion business firsthand.
  • Fashion Merchandising: From Concept to Look Book is for students who are interested in creating their own fashion collection.
  • "The LIM Summer Fashion Academy is ideal for high school students from anywhere in the world who want to explore careers in fashion, meet faculty, alumni and LIM students, and get a feel for LIM College before making a decision about enrolling here," said Nancy Miller, LIM College's Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Chair of the Fashion Merchandising and Marketing department.

LIM College Offers High School Students Summer Fashion Program in New York City

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midtown Manhattan's LIM College, which focuses on the business of fashion and lifestyle, is once again offering its popular Summer Fashion Academy pre-college program for high school students.

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  • NEW YORK, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midtown Manhattan's LIM College, which focuses on the business of fashion and lifestyle, is once again offering its popular Summer Fashion Academy pre-college program for high school students.
  • Students spend the week exploring New York City, going behind the scenes to experience the fashion business firsthand.
  • Fashion Merchandising: From Concept to Look Book is for students who are interested in creating their own fashion collection.
  • "The LIM Summer Fashion Academy is ideal for high school students from anywhere in the world who want to explore careers in fashion, meet faculty, alumni and LIM students, and get a feel for LIM College before making a decision about enrolling here," said Nancy Miller, LIM College's Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Chair of the Fashion Merchandising and Marketing department.

Policy Pathways: Early Insights into Public Policy and International Affairs Open Career Pathways for Youth

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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Policy Pathways programs are for youth interested in further studies in public policy and international affairs.

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  • Policy Pathways programs are for youth interested in further studies in public policy and international affairs.
  • Early insights into public policy, public administration, international affairs, and study abroad opportunities offer essential educational tools, skills, and experiences for high school and college students to begin voicing their convictions on the national stage.
  • Policy Pathways is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides youth ages 15-25 educational experiences in public policy, administration, and international affairs.
  • Two Policy Pathways programs are for youth interested in preparing for further studies in public policy and international affairs.

Virginia State Delegate Betsy B. Carr, Mr. Phillip Jones, and Five Young Leaders Recognized for Outstanding Policy Leadership and Public Service

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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The virtual event honors remarkable youth and distinguished policy leaders who are making a difference in their schools, communities, and states.

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  • The virtual event honors remarkable youth and distinguished policy leaders who are making a difference in their schools, communities, and states.
  • The Keynote Speaker will be the Honorable Betsy B. Carr, Virginia State Delegate (69th House District).
  • This year's Policy Leadership Award recipient is Mr. Phillip D. Jones, Newport News, Virginia Planning Commissioner.
  • Funds support Policy Pathways educational programs and scholarships for youth to attend our Summer Academy for Policy Leadership and Public Service Online.

Policy Pathways' Summer Leadership Academy Welcomes 2022 Cohort

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Thursday, July 7, 2022
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RICHMOND, Va., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Policy Pathways kicked off its 2022 Summer Academy for Policy Leadership and Public Service Online (SAO) on Sunday, June 26th with great success.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Policy Pathways kicked off its 2022 Summer Academy for Policy Leadership and Public Service Online (SAO) on Sunday, June 26th with great success.
  • Twenty talented young leaders from across the country comprise the 2022 SAO cohort that brings backgrounds and interests in reproductive and immigration rights, the environment, foreign policy, education, human rights, and more.
  • The SAO offers participants insights into a wide variety of policy issues and opportunities to discuss, analyze, and challenge themselves while learning from top professors and policy experts.
  • The Summer Academy for Policy Leadership and Public Service Online will conclude Saturday, July 9, with a Closing Ceremony at 10:00 AM EST.