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Did you know we use half of U.S. land, 80% of our freshwater, and 10% of our energy budget to produce food… and then we waste 40% of it?Gates Millennium Scholar Robert Lee (2009) started addressing food waste as an NYU student rescuing leftover dining hall food. Now, 13 years later, his organization Rescuing Leftover Cuisine operates in 9 cities nationwide, turning food waste into meals for people

In this episode of the SEN podcast, Dr. Victoria Pham, an accomplished mental health professional and inaugural Gates Millennium Scholar, shares her insights on the critical role of mental health services in fostering healthy communities. With her extensive background from institutions like USC, Yale, and Western University of Health Sciences, Dr. Pham currently works with various organizations, i

Join us for the latest episode of the Scholars Equity Network Podcast featuring the incredible Aliesha Maye! 🌟 A proud 2004 GMS scholar, Aliesha began her journey as a Spanish teacher and has since risen to become the Chief Operating Officer of a charter school network in DC.In this insightful conversation, Aaron and Aliesha dive into topics like humility, hope, and the importance of paying it fo

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Scholars Equity Network podcast featuring the remarkable Ms. Cinthia Manuel, a proud 2001 Gates Millennium Scholar. With a rich educational background from Georgetown University, George Fox University, and Linfield University, Cinthia has dedicated her career to advancing leadership, equity, diversity, and inclusion through her role as the CEO and Founder of

Join us on the Scholars Equity Network podcast as we sit down with the brilliant minds behind YourPath.ai, Christopher Gray and Chandler Malone. Chris is a 𝗚𝗠𝗦 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝘂𝘀 btw!⁣Get ready to dive into their journey, innovative solutions, and insights on creating pathways to success for all students and career minded individuals, regardless of background. ⁣Don’t miss this insightful conversati

Meet Dr. Juan Pablo Sanchez, DrPH, MPH, CPH! Juan is a 2014 Gates Millennium Scholar and graduate of the University of South Florida and Mercer University. Juan Pablo currently works with USAID, in their Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, as a Response Operations Center Manager. Dr. Sanchez joined the SEN podcast to share his knowledge of SEN, his personal and professional interests, and his expe

Monica Moya is an inaugural board member of the Scholars Equity Network. Monica shares her take on the mission of SEN, and she lends her voice to the SEN podcast to share insights about her journey to earning her Ph.D. Monica actively “pays it forward” through mentoring students from communities similar to the one she is from, and raises awareness about the path to becoming a leader in the field o

Chau Dang is a founding board member of the Scholars Equity Network. She lends her voice to the SEN podcast to share why the pillars of the organization are important to her and many of her fellow Gates Millennium Scholars alumni. She also talks about AI and why she likes lifesaver gummies.Listen in!

Caring for Kids and Parents at the Same Time: A Financial Survival Guide for the Sandwich GenerationIf you’re balancing the demands of raising children while caring for aging parents, you’re part of the “sandwich generation”—and you’re not alone. The emotional and financial pressures of supporting two generations at once can be overwhelming, even for the most organized individuals.But with the rig

A Better Approach to Mentorshipby Christopher “CJ” GrossJune 6, 2023We all know that mentorships are essential to the growth of young professionals. The evidence is clear: 75% of executives credit their success to mentors and recent research shows that 90% of employees with a career mentor are happy at work.Despite this, and despite the 84% of U.S. Fortune 500 firms that leverage mentoring program

Boosting Support for Students and Early-Career ProfessionalsStudent and early-career professional groups can build community, drive equitable change in institutions, and promote the well-being of individuals traversing the often-bumpy paths to science careers.by Paige Becker, Danyka Byrnes, Caitlyn Hall and Yuhan Rao3 August 2023Students and early-career professionals (S&ECPs) in scientific discip

How do you inspire a new generation into public service? The Evans School and CELE Center are connecting students with seasoned leaders and local opportunities to do just that.By Caitlin Klask | Photos by Rick Dahms | December 2024Generation Z, one-fifth of the American electorate, made up 40 million eligible voters and about 20 million confirmed voters this election year. But Gen Z represents far

Our Next ChapterWelcome to the Network.We’ve launched this platform to bring together Gates Millennium Scholars alumni and likeminded individuals who believe in our mission and share a commitment to equity, opportunity, and community. Whether you're here to reconnect, find collaborators, mentor others, Pay it Forward, or learn something new—this is your space.This isn't just another professional n