The Civic Scholars Program is designed specifically for impact driven professionals who work in the government and nonprofit sectors. Neubauer Civic Scholars can apply to our Full-Time, Evening, or Weekend MBA Program — applications for all programs are currently open. Funded by a gift from the Neubauer Family Foundation, Neubauer Civic Scholars receive full-tuition awards, specialized programming, and exclusive networking opportunities with civic leaders. Learn more about the Civic Scholars Program and our new cohort of Neubauer Civic Scholars.
Through his work in education and policy, Tim is focused on improving academic outcomes for students in the US.
Jesus is focused on creating opportunities for students to grow through sports and academic support.
Building on her experience as a leader in the nonprofit arts sector, Alejandra plans to work on ways to make the arts more sustainable.
Promoting Sustainability in the Arts
Building on her background in finance and public/ private partnerships, Erika hopes to make impact investments mainstream.
Driving Social Impact Through Investments
Sylvie is passionate about strengthening democracy and plans to use business skills to amplify her ability to drive social impact.
Strengthening Democracy and Driving Social Impact
Keerthana is committed to building resilient tech-enabled social infrastructure
Naureen’s work in policy, education, and equity led her to focus on impact and inclusion.
Marthe’s path in career development fostered a commitment to increase diversity in the workforce.
Fostering Diversity in the Workplace
After working in government and focusing on racial economic equity at a nonprofit, Avni is keen to increase economic opportunity and mobility.
Increasing Racial Economic Equity
Adam’s work in government fueled a desire to help improve administrative systems.
Making Government Work Better in the US
Through her work with the Veterans Administration, Megan plans to improve cross-sector collaboration to improve patient outcomes.
Manushi brings experience in education and a desire to help the growth of literacy in the Global South.
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Yiğit Akdemir is a first-year Full-Time MBA student pursuing an MBA/MPCS joint degree at Chicago Booth. Read on to discover his journey to Booth as a deferred enrollment student.
Yiğit Akdemir
We asked our Full-Time MBA students what they want to check off their Chicago bucket list during their time at Booth.
Ask a Boothie: What's on Your Chicago Bucket List?
Maya Shaposhnik joined the Israeli military at age 18. Now she’s a Full-Time MBA student at Chicago Booth and the cofounder of a pet-care startup.
Entrepreneur and Military Vet