Events

With a scholarship from the Pullman Foundation, both Christine and George Gloeckler graduated from the University of Chicago in 1960
Alumni Stories • 05.24.18

Renowned Scientist Thanks Scholarship Foundation with Surprise $50,000 Gift

From a Refugee Camp in Europe to the National Academy of Sciences and Interstellar Space May 21, 2018, Chicago, IL… Read More
Events • 05.04.17

The 2017 Pullman Scholar Symposium Keynote Speaker is Pamela Bloomquist

We are excited to announce Pullman Scholar Alumna Pamela Bloomquist, Rockford College, 1974, as our Fourth Annual Pullman Scholar Symposium… Read More
Events • 06.21.16

2016 Pullman Scholar Symposium: More Scholar Interaction & Learning

Current Pullman Scholars and all 31 of the new scholar cohort attended our third annual Pullman Scholar Symposium on May… Read More
College Life • 05.13.16

First Scholar Keynote: Corie Wilkins

Corie Wilkins is a recent graduate of the University of Missouri, where he received a Bachelors of Journalism in broadcast… Read More
Events • 05.03.16

Third Annual Pullman Scholar Symposium Keynote Speaker: Patrick T. Murphy, MS

We are pleased to announce Patrick T. Murphy, MS as our keynote speaker for the Third Annual Pullman Scholar Symposium.… Read More
College Life • 09.14.15

Jasmeen Wellere’s ScholarCon Journey

By Jasmeen Wellere, Pullman Scholar. “ScholarCon was one of the best experiences I have ever had!” This is what my… Read More
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College Life • 08.18.15

Dare. Dream. Discover: Asia Muhammad’s ScholarCon Experience

By Asia Muhammad, Pullman Scholar. ScholarCon is a place where you can dare, dream, and discover. If you are unfamiliar… Read More
Events • 05.25.15

2015 Pullman Scholar Symposium Keynote Speech

We were honored to have Valarie King-Bailey, Pullman Scholar Alumna, '82, and CEO of OnShore Technology Group, as our keynote speaker… Read More
Events • 05.15.15

What It’s Really Like to be in the Pullman Community

Billy Leung, Pullman Scholar, University of Michigan, '16 In my senior year of high school, I remember being constantly stressed… Read More
College Life • 05.14.15

The Importance of Building Connections

By Robin Redmond, Executive Director. The last few months have been busy and exciting for the Foundation. With roughly 550… Read More
College Life • 05.13.15

A Desire to Serve the Community Through Education

Daniel Jackson is dedicated to supporting his community and contributing to a brighter future. While attending Jones College Prep, he… Read More
Events • 05.11.15

A New Spring Tradition: The Pullman Scholar Symposium

In 2014, current Pullman Scholars and Alumni gathered at the University of Chicago Gleacher Center to learn, network and celebrate… Read More
College Life • 05.04.15

College Advice from a Pullman Scholar

My name is Xiomara Contreras and I am a sophomore studying Communication Studies and Latina/o Studies at Northwestern University. I… Read More
Events • 07.17.14

First Pullman Scholar Symposium – A Hit!

On May 29th, 2014 Pullman Scholars participated in the first-ever Pullman Scholar Symposium that offered panel discussions, networking opportunities, and career… Read More
Events • 08.03.13

2013 Freshmen Scholar Reception

At the annual Freshmen Scholar Reception on August 3rd, the Foundation welcomed 40 new students to the Pullman Scholar Community.… Read More
Events • 06.11.13

2013 Pullman Scholar Alumni Networking Night

On June 11, 2013,  the Foundation hosted its second annual Pullman Scholar Alumni Networking Night at Quay in Chicago. Alumni… Read More
Events • 08.04.12

Freshmen Reception Welcomes 63rd Class of Scholars

On August 4, 2012,  the Foundation welcomed 53 new scholars to the Pullman Scholar Community at the Annual Freshmen Scholar… Read More
Events • 06.13.12

2012 Pullman Scholar Alumni Networking Night

On June 13, 2012,  the Foundation hosted the inaugural Pullman Scholar Alumni Networking Night event at the Mid-America Club in… Read More