Alumni

Alumni Association

The Prep for Prep Alumni Association fosters a strong, engaged community of Prep for Prep, PREP 9, and New York Metro Region Leadership Academy (NYMRLA) alumni. Through events, initiatives, and volunteer opportunities, the Association helps alumni stay connected to one another, support current students, and make meaningful contributions to the Prep Community. Guided by the values of Excellence, Integrity, Commitment, and Courage, the Association plays an active role in sustaining lifelong relationships and amplifying the impact of Prep alumni in the world.
 
On this page, Prep alumni can learn about the Alumni Association’s initiatives, leadership opportunities, and ways to get involved.
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Prep for Prep Alumni Groups

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  • Prep for Prep Alumni Council: Supporting the Next Generation

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    The Council of the Alumni Association is a group of committed alumni leaders who help guide and strengthen the broader alumni community. Composed of representatives from across class years and career fields, the Council works closely with Prep to deepen alumni engagement, provide strategic input, and advance the mission of developing diverse leaders. Council members support key initiatives, including fundraising efforts, alumni events, and professional development programs, and help launch and sustain affinity groups.

    Alumni Council Members

    • • Vaughn Caldon (XI/Trinity, Northwestern), President
    • • Muriel Isaac (XVII/Chapin, Penn), Fundraising Chair
    • • Eric Rodriguez (P9 XIV/Choate, Harvard), Professional & Personal Development Chair
    • • Renée Trotman (P9 X/Choate, Vanderbilt), Communications Chair
    • • Alejandro Desince (XXX/Saint Ann's, Columbia)
    • • Eric Osorio (VIII/Horace Mann, Tufts) MA, Teachers College Columbia University
    • • Michael Mitchell (P9 VIII/Choate, Kenyon) MFA, New School
    • • Joe Pabón (XI/Poly Prep, Columbia '00) MBA, CUNY Baruch
    • • Maxine Mitchell (XXII/VCS, Spence, Duke) MSEd, Penn
    • • Ebieten Elmsoxogu (P9 V/Choate, NYU) MA, CUNY Brooklyn College; MPA, CUNY Baruch
    • • Myra Cocolicchio-Diaz (P9 VIII/Choate, Tufts) MA, Tufts; MSEd, Touro; MS School Leadership Touro

  • Contingent Representatives at Prep for Prep: Strengthening Alumni Connections

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    Contingent Representatives serve as an additional layer of leadership within the Alumni Association. These individuals are vital in ensuring the continuity and growth of Prep for Prep's programs and services. As ambassadors, they help strengthen connections between alumni, current students, and the organization’s overall mission.

    Prep for Prep Contingent Representatives

    • • I–VI — Representatives Needed
    • • VII — Corey McBeth, Troy Small
    • • VIII–XXII — Representatives Needed
    • • XXIII — Charlene Thomas, Claire Brooks
    • • XXIV — Representatives Needed
    • • XXV — Justin Ng
    • • XXVI — Representatives Needed
    • • XXVII — Guadalupe Gonzalez
    • • XXVIII — Representatives Needed
    • • XXIX — Dondré Benson, Christine Croasdaile
    • • XXX — Representatives Needed
    • • XXXI — Jeremy Anderson, Airenakhue Omoragbon
    • • XXXII — Ida Thomas, Joshua Rivera, Jasmine Henry
    • • XXXIII — Representatives Needed
    • • XXXIV — Nyeda Stewart
    • • XXXV — Representatives Needed
    • • XXXVI — Hayley He, Sarah George, Courtney Li

    PREP 9 Contingent Representatives

    • • I — Representatives Needed
    • • II — Joshua Bloodworth
    • • III–V — Representatives Needed
    • • VI — Carmen Rijo
    • • VII–XI — Representatives Needed
    • • XII — Todd Anthony Blandino
    • • XIII — Representatives Needed
    • • XIV — Thais Brown, Jahnelle McMillan
    • • XV — Representatives Needed
    • • XVI — Edwin Diaz
    • • XVII — Representatives Needed
    • • XVIII — Robert Diggs
    • • XIX — Shakina Hawthorne, Charmaine Charmant, Melanie Quiroz, Jeff Cuartas
    • • XX — Ngozi Max-Macarthy, N’Dea Hallett
    • • XXI — Representatives Needed
    • • XXII — Corin Cort, Chris Ortega
    • • XXIII — Shanae Dixon
    • • XXIV–XXVI — Representatives Needed
    • • XXVII — Emily Cardenas
    • • XXVIII — Representatives Needed

    NYMRLA Contingent Representatives

    • • I — Paola Paga
    • • II — Representatives Needed
    * Only contingents where all members are considered alumni (six years after graduating from high school) are eligible to have contingent representatives.

  • Prep for Prep Affinity Groups: Building Community Through Shared Identity

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    At Prep for Prep, affinity groups foster connection, community, and shared experiences among alumni. These groups offer opportunities for individuals with shared identities or interests to engage in meaningful dialogue, support each other, and celebrate unique perspectives. Through meetings, events, and collaborative initiatives, affinity groups help create a more inclusive, supportive environment, reinforcing our commitment to leadership, diversity, and belonging. Affinity groups also serve as spaces for alumni to stay connected to Prep for Prep, offering a chance to engage in ongoing professional development and personal growth.

    Affinity Groups

    • • Prep Alumni Parents Network
    • • Prep in Arts
    • • Prep in Finance
    • • Prep Legal Alumni Network
    • • Prep in Medicine and Public Health
    • • Prep Men's Group
    • • Prep in Real Estate
    • • Prep in Tech
    • • Prep Wellness Network

Prep for Prep Alumni Resources

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  • Prep for Prep Alumni Therapy Fund: Supporting Mental Health and Wellness

    View Description The Alumni Therapy Fund offers financial support for Prep for Prep alumni seeking mental health services. By eliminating financial barriers, we ensure alumni have access to the support they need for emotional well-being. This fund exemplifies our commitment to the holistic success of alumni, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. This resource plays a key role in addressing the importance of mental health as part of a successful and balanced life, ensuring that alumni feel supported long after their time at Prep for Prep.

  • Visitor Guidelines for Prep for Prep Alumni: Access and Protocols

    View Description Prep for Prep encourages alumni to reconnect through visits to the 71st Street or 91st Street brownstones. To ensure a smooth visit, alums should make an appointment with a staff member by phone or email in advance of their visit. Doing so will ensure that you have a positive experience and that staff can dedicate time for your visit.
Questions?
If you have an alumni-related question, please email the Alumni Affairs team at alumniaffairs@prepforprep.org.
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