Insights from behind the curtain: The genesis of the Presidential Leadership Scholars
A look back at the formation of the Presidential Leadership Scholars program.
The "precious gift" of PLS
The 2024 class of Presidential Leadership Scholars kicked off the program in Washington, D.C.
Presidential Leadership Scholar Spotlight: Jared Lyon
Jared Lyon, 2018 Presidential Leadership Scholar and President and CEO of Student Veterans of America, discusses his passion for bridging the academic guidance gap for transitioning servicemembers and veterans.
Jared Lyon
Class of 2018
2024 Class of Presidential Leadership Scholars Announced
Ninth annual class comprised of 60 accomplished leaders including servicemembers, educators, physicians, public servants, and corporate professionals; program begins on Jan. 24 in Washington, D.C.
Presidential Leadership Scholar spotlight: Rachel Korberg
Rachel Korberg, Executive Director at The Families and Workers Fund, discusses her passion for building the future of the climate workforce, the lessons she learned in the Presidential Leadership Scholar program, and ways people can advance the clean energy and infrastructure transition.
Rachel Korberg
Class of 2023
Presidential Leadership Scholar Spotlight: Desirre de la Torre
Desiree De La Torre, Director of Community Affairs and Population Health Improvement at the Children’s National Hospital, discusses how PLS taught her the importance of building strong collaborations, especially with those from other sectors, to support lasting, positive change.
Desiree de la Torre
Class of 2020
Presidential Leadership Scholar spotlight: Scott Hadland
Scott Hadland discusses his work in stemming the tide of youth overdoses.
Scott Hadland
Class of 2023
Five Presidential Leadership Scholar stories we love
More than 250 PLS alumni will reconnect at the George W. Bush Presidential Center this month for the 2023 Alumni Reunion. As we count down the days until the gathering, let’s look back at some of our favorite impact stories from the PLS network over the past year.