The Ascend Fellowship Launches

September 20, 2012 | Events

On February 15th, 2012, Ascend at the Aspen Institute launched its inaugural class of Ascend Fellows.  The 2012-2013 class of Ascend Fellows is comprised of 20 dynamic leaders from across public, private, and nonprofit sectors who are driving innovative ideas and proven strategies that help families achieve educational success and economic security.  Watch Ascend Fellows Karla Davis, Dr. C. Nicole Mason, Dr. Eduardo Padron, Gloria Perez, Henry Wilde, and Dr. Richard Wylie, share their goals as as national leaders for two-generation approaches.

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