posted by Le Flambeau The Le Flambeau Foundation Graduation Reception was held on May 12th, 2011 in Miami at the Futernick Family Art Gallery at the Dave & Mary Alper JCC on the Jay Morton-Levinthal Campus. The impressive accomplishments of the three graduating Le Flambeau Foundation scholars were applauded. Heartwarming remarks were presented by Carina of the … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation scholars Rachelle and Christelle graduated from Berea College on May 8th, 2011. Foundation president Jean St.Lot-Gervais travelled to Kentucky to attend the graduation celebration as this was a historic occasion that could not be missed. A dinner in honor of the scholars and Le Flambeau Foundation president Jean, hosted by exceptional supporter … Read more
Scholarship recipient Ruchama Charles completed the Le Flambeau Foundation Rebuild Haiti program, a partnership initiative with North Central Missouri College. Ruchama, a star student of THE SPARK of Le Flambeau class and recipient of the Le Flambeau Earthquake Scholarship, experienced the U.S. for the first time; and excelled. Ruchama completed her 1-semester program with 12 … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation scholar Rachelle Mathurin graduated from Berea College on May 8th 2011, with honors. Noted as being one of the brightest students to attend Berea by one of her professors, Rachelle is now headed to Harvard University Graduate School of Education as she continues her educational journey for Haiti. Following are Rachelle’s words. … Read more
May 17, 2011, New York Times By KIRK SEMPLE Haitians who received a special American immigration status after last year’s earthquake will be allowed an additional year and a half to live and work in the United States while their country struggles to recover, the Obama administration announced on Tuesday. The special designation, called temporary … Read more
Impressive Results. See the pictures Join us for a graduation celebration recognizing accomplishments of Le Flambeau Foundation scholars from Haiti. We are celebrating the successful completion of their college terms as they prepare to make a difference for Haiti. Featured will be Le Flambeau Earthquake Scholar Ruchama who will share her experience. Engage with old … Read more
The following provides the update received from Le Flambeau Foundation Scholar Ruchama, who arrived in the U.S. for the first time in January 2011. Ruchama is a recipient of the Le Flambeau Foundation Earthquake Scholarship, a transitional initiative that provides leadership and character gifted students from Haiti with an opportunity to attend a unique 1-semester college program in the … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation Scholar Rachelle Mathurin is headed to Harvard. Rachelle, who came to the U.S. for the first time as she started her scholarship experience, embraced the opportunity with a focus on giving and being the best. Language and cultural differences became assets and Rachelle excelled at a rate that earned her a spot … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation Scholar Rachelle appeared in a recent Berea magazine article – congratulations on the big team achievements! Berea Speech and Debate Team Wins Big at State Championships, Marcus plumlee · February 28, 2011, Berea Spotlight The 2011 Kentucky Forensic Association’s State Championship was held at Gateway Community and Technical College this past weekend on … Read more
Haïti Chérie A Love Story Love is in the air. We are in the midst of transition in Haiti and around the world. Circumstances are most challenging. We retire, resign, refuel and rebuild. After much discussion, arrivals, visits, and special announcements; the presidential election process in Haiti is moving forward with two candidates and the … Read more