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Two emerging American leaders in diplomacy and cybersecurity will pursue graduate studies in public policy at the University of Oxford

PHILADELPHIA, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Eisenhower Fellowships (EF) has selected two exceptional young American college graduates for its 2027 Global Scholars Program, a unique opportunity for a year of postgraduate study at the University of Oxford to prepare them to confront complex global challenges.

The 2027 Eisenhower Global Scholars are Ander Laresgoiti, an alumni of Boston University, and Samuel Guadalupe, a recent graduate of the United States Naval Academy. Both will pursue a Master of Public Policy degree at Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government.

Laresgoiti and Guadalupe will embark on an all-expenses-paid year of intensive academic study, leadership development and cultural immersion at one of the world’s leading institutions of higher learning. Through their graduate studies and engagement with Oxford’s global community, they will deepen their understanding of the policy challenges shaping international affairs, democratic governance and national security.

Laresgoiti, 28, is a policy adviser at the Permanent Mission of Mexico to the United Nations, where he works on multilateral negotiations and global governance issues. A graduate of Boston University, where he earned degrees in political science and international relations and graduated in the top one percent of his class, Laresgoiti has focused his career on strengthening democratic institutions and international cooperation.

At the UN he has helped lead negotiations on major resolutions addressing issues such as global drug policy and the role of the General Assembly in maintaining international peace and security. Previously, he co-founded LasNetas, a digital civic platform designed to promote transparent primary elections in Mexico. At Oxford he plans to study how to strengthen his ability to translate international agreements into effective domestic policies that advance democracy, rule of law and institutional accountability.

Guadalupe, 23, earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a near-perfect academic record at the U.S. Naval Academy in 2026, where he served in several student leadership roles. Guadalupe led teams responsible for the training, welfare and academic performance of hundreds of midshipmen, including serving as Battalion Commander and Operations Officer during the academy’s Plebe Summer program. He also interned with Marine Force Cyber Command and participated in cybersecurity-focused training in Taiwan, deepening his interest in cyber operations and emerging technologies.

A Rhodes Scholarship district finalist and repeated Superintendent’s List honoree, Guadalupe plans to serve as a U.S. Marine Corps Cyberspace Warfare Officer. At Oxford he will examine how artificial intelligence can be responsibly integrated into cybersecurity and national defense policy.

“We are proud to bring these two exceptional young American leaders into the dynamic Global Scholars Program and expose them to the world beyond our shores,” said Eisenhower Fellowships President George de Lama. “We look forward to having them learn about the legacy of President Dwight Eisenhower and apply his visionary leadership to the challenges their generation will face.”

Following their academic year abroad, the Global Scholars join Eisenhower Fellowships’ worldwide network of more than 2,600 influential leaders from government, business, civil society, education, science, healthcare, the arts and journalism. The Scholars are offered an optional professional internship designed to help accelerate their leadership development and global impact.

Now in its 73rd year and named for America’s 34th president, Eisenhower Fellowships identifies, empowers and connects innovative leaders through a transformative fellowship experience and lifelong engagement in a global network committed to building a world more peaceful, prosperous and just.

For more information contact:

Erin Hillman
Vice President of Programs and Operations
ehillman@efworld.org
215-546-1738

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Six Pennsylvania students advance to national finals of the Mott Million Dollar Challenge in Flint, Michigan

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Bold ideas from 6 local students are among just 60 semifinalist submissions selected from over 3,700 nationwide to pitch at the Mott Million Dollar Challenge, June 15-16 in downtown Flint.

FLINT, Mich., June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Six students from Pennsylvania have been selected as semifinalists in the Mott Million Dollar Challenge, a national pitch competition for K-12 students.

More than 5,300 young people from all 50 states and Washington, D.C. submitted over 3,700 business ideas and social solutions to the Challenge. From those entries, 1,500 submissions were selected in the first round. Now, the creators behind the top 60 ideas are advancing to compete at a live national event in Flint, Michigan next week.

The Pennsylvania semifinalists and their ideas are:

LightoPro: AI Learning Buddy on Your Desk — Antarikxa Das (2nd Grade, Marshall Elementary School, business pitch): An AI-powered desktop learning assistant that uses a camera and projector to provide real-time, step-by-step guidance directly on a student’s work, helping children learn independently.

Advancing Bridges with Piezoelectric Technology — Miles Cheng and Vasudev Nambulli (6th Grade, South Fayette Middle School, business pitch): A smart infrastructure system that uses self-powered piezoelectric sensors to continuously monitor bridge stress and vibrations, helping detect structural issues before they become safety hazards.

Operation Agua: Aqua Anchor — Anushiya Ramakrishnan and Laalitya Sagi (7th Grade, South Fayette Middle School, social pitch): A nonprofit initiative that uses sensor-activated shoreline collection systems to capture ocean-bound trash and reduce water pollution before it reaches the sea.

Verity — Elena Pappas (10th Grade, Germantown Friends School, social pitch): A student wellness app that predicts stress levels from academic and lifestyle habits and provides personalized recommendations to help prevent burnout before it happens.

As semifinalists, each project will be awarded $5,000. The students will pitch live in front of judges during the final competition June 15-16 in Flint.

Funded by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation as part of its centennial celebration, the Mott Million Dollar Challenge is administered by the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) in collaboration with VentureLab, Young Entrepreneur Institute (YEI), the Afterschool Alliance, Collaborative Communications and the 50 State Afterschool Network. The Challenge is designed to shine a light on entrepreneurship education as a meaningful way to help students build skills they need to navigate and shape the future.

Learn more about the Mott Million Dollar Challenge and explore semifinalist ideas at https://mottmillion.org/60-semifinalist-pitches/.

Contact:
Jen Peters
peters@collaborativecommunications.com

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Two Washington students advance to national finals of the Mott Million Dollar Challenge in Flint, Michigan

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Bold ideas from 2 local students are among just 60 semifinalist submissions selected from over 3,700 nationwide to pitch at the Mott Million Dollar Challenge, June 15-16 in downtown Flint.

FLINT, Mich., June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Two students from Washington have been selected as semifinalists in the Mott Million Dollar Challenge, a national pitch competition for K-12 students.

More than 5,300 young people from all 50 states and Washington, D.C. submitted over 3,700 business ideas and social solutions to the Challenge. From those entries, 1,500 submissions were selected in the first round. Now, the creators behind the top 60 ideas are advancing to compete at a live national event in Flint, Michigan next week.

The Washington semifinalists and their ideas are:

MagicVerse-Kids, A Universe of First Creations — Isha Sharma (6th Grade, Beaver Lake Middle School, business pitch): A platform that partners with daycares to use AI to transform children’s artwork into digital keepsakes, scrapbooks, and personalized products, helping families preserve creative memories.

PureDrain — Kiren Makam (8th Grade, Tyee Middle School, social pitch): A portable storm drain filtration system that captures pollutants in runoff before they enter local ecosystems, helping protect forests and reduce the spread of invasive species.

As semifinalists, each project will be awarded $5,000. The students will pitch live in front of judges during the final competition June 15-16 in Flint.

Funded by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation as part of its centennial celebration, the Mott Million Dollar Challenge is administered by the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) in collaboration with VentureLab, Young Entrepreneur Institute (YEI), the Afterschool Alliance, Collaborative Communications and the 50 State Afterschool Network. The Challenge is designed to shine a light on entrepreneurship education as a meaningful way to help students build skills they need to navigate and shape the future.

Learn more about the Mott Million Dollar Challenge and explore semifinalist ideas at https://mottmillion.org/60-semifinalist-pitches/.

Contact:
Jen Peters
peters@collaborativecommunications.com

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Two Virginia students advance to national finals of the Mott Million Dollar Challenge in Flint, Michigan

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Bold ideas from two local students are among just 60 semifinalist submissions selected from over 3,700 nationwide to pitch at the Mott Million Dollar Challenge, June 15-16 in downtown Flint.

FLINT, Mich., June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Two students from Virginia have been selected as semifinalists in the Mott Million Dollar Challenge, a national pitch competition for K-12 students.

More than 5,300 young people from all 50 states and Washington, D.C. submitted over 3,700 business ideas and social solutions to the Challenge. From those entries, 1,500 submissions were selected in the first round. Now, the creators behind the top 60 ideas are advancing to compete at a live national event in Flint, Michigan next week.

The Virginia semifinalists and their ideas are:

Carmunication — Lailah Moore (4th Grade, Nysmith School, business pitch): A vehicle-to-vehicle messaging system that allows nearby drivers to send safety alerts about issues such as open gas caps, broken lights, or unsecured cargo, helping make roads safer through clear communication.

EngageAble — Emily Amidon (6th Grade, Nysmith School, social pitch): A social venture that uses customizable 3D-printed fidget devices to help seniors maintain fine motor skills, cognitive engagement and independence as they age.

As semifinalists, each project will be awarded $5,000. The students will pitch live in front of judges during the final competition June 15-16 in Flint.

Funded by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation as part of its centennial celebration, the Mott Million Dollar Challenge is administered by the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) in collaboration with VentureLab, Young Entrepreneur Institute (YEI), the Afterschool Alliance, Collaborative Communications and the 50 State Afterschool Network. The Challenge is designed to shine a light on entrepreneurship education as a meaningful way to help students build skills they need to navigate and shape the future.

Learn more about the Mott Million Dollar Challenge and explore semifinalist ideas at https://mottmillion.org/60-semifinalist-pitches/.

Contact:
Jen Peters
peters@collaborativecommunications.com

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