Joseph Barker II

Education

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Second day of classes and discussing the AI impact on a just society 🤔

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

Grateful to Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz of the Diocese of Jackson for joining our Summer Symposium and sharing powerful reflections on the life and legacy of Sister Thea Bowman including her joyful witness, and her lifelong advocacy for education.

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

First day of classes at the Sister Thea Bowman Black Catholic Education Foundation Summer Symposium!

Guest speaker Bishop Joseph Kopacz telling the story of Sister Thea 💪🏽🫶🏾

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I change everything but literally she set it up so perfectly for the students.

Ready for day 1 class tomorrow - @STBCEFoundation Summer Symposium!

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

Preparing for the first Labre Ministry for the Sister Thea Bowman Black Catholic Education Foundation Summer Symposium!!! 💪🏽🙏🏽🫶🏾

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This week, Foundation Scholars from across the country gather in Chicago at @DePaulU for our annual Summer Symposium, a time of faith, mentorship, service, fellowship, and learning.

Discover how this experience helps form the next generation of leaders. https://t.co/Ge7cLrZPED

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

This #Juneteenth, we honor the ongoing pursuit of freedom, justice, and opportunity,l. We continue to empower first-generation scholars through Catholic education, mentorship, and support: one student, one family, and one future at a time. https://t.co/6Ieazetfpu

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It was an evening of faith, inspiration, and opportunity. Thank you to everyone who supported the @STBCEFoundation’s Annual Scholarship Dinner. Watch highlights from the evening, captured by Scholar Enelson Jules of @MySaintVincent, and see the impact of your generosity in action

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Encouraging news for those devoted to Sr. Thea Bowman! At the Annual Scholarship Dinner, Bishop Kopacz shared that her cause for canonization remains "very solid" and could advance to the next stage in the coming years.

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Incoming Foundation Scholar Jenaya Smith will study economics at @BostonCollege this fall, inspired by a desire to help others build strong financial futures through service, leadership, and community.

https://t.co/j0RqXTShrM

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Incoming Foundation Scholar Jordan Dodd will study sports management and media at @MySaintVincent this fall as he pursues his passion for photography and storytelling through sports.

https://t.co/RMjDQoUDou

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

Incoming Foundation Scholar Hannah Crane will study nursing at @duqedu this fall, inspired by a calling to care for children and families with compassion and hope.

Learn more at https://t.co/dZVhbS4rcV

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Congratulations to new Scholar Banchiayhu Berhanu ’30 on her Signing Day at @CristoReyATL! This fall, she will attend @LoyolaChicago to study Business Management with hopes of a career in project management. We are proud of you, Banchiayhu!

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

Congratulations to Sister Thea Bowman Foundation Scholars on their college graduations! 🎓

Their hard work, faith, leadership, and commitment to service reflect the mission of the Foundation and the bright future ahead.

https://t.co/CAgCsOAN7D

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

Congratulations to the newest Scholars! 🎓 Hannah Crane, Banchiayhu Berhanu, Jordan Dodd, Jenaya Smith, and Aaryah Evans are beginning exciting new journeys at @duqedu , @LoyolaChicago , @MySaintVincent , and @BostonCollege this fall.

[Joseph Barker II @jtb2aphia]

Congratulations to Scholar Jorden Clay on earning his Bachelor of Science degree from @MySaintVincent! Jorden hopes to build a career in network engineering, supporting secure and effective digital connectivity.

We are proud of his accomplishments!

#Classof2026

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Congratulations to the Foundation’s 2026 graduating seniors!

Darnell Duncan, who earned a degree in psychology from Duquesne University, will continue his studies this fall, pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching while serving as a graduate assistant at Duquesne!

#Classof2026

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Because of your support, doors are opening for our Scholars every day. Learn more about the impact and how you can be part of it. https://t.co/5btEZZTUkD

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Last chance to join us in honoring Cardinal Wilton Gregory at the Foundation’s Annual Dinner this Thursday!

Join us as we celebrate our Scholars and support faith-filled young leaders committed to justice and hope.

Learn more & reserve your seat: https://t.co/L4KOKzvgDO

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We are grateful to the Rita McGinley Foundation for its generous support of our mission,helping make opportunity, education, and faith formation possible for so many.

Join us in celebrating that impact at our upcoming dinner at @duqedu on April 30! https://t.co/L4KOKzvgDO !