The Wentcher
Foundation Blog

President of the Board of Directors and Executive Director of the Wentcher Foundation, Brian Fitzpatrick talks to us about his relationship with Ernie Wentcher, his role, and what he’s looking forward to from Wentcher.

There will be a professional development work shop featuring Alumni Vera Demchenko and Jonathan Diaz who work in the Engineering field.

Keely Reardon talks to us about her time in ROTC, her love of horse riding, and her post graduation plans in the service.

Kira Cook talks to us about her journey through the arts and entertainment industry that has led her to LA.

Noel Miranda talks to us about his aspirations to work in carpentry after leaving the Police Academy admissions process.

Six Wentcher Scholars shared their stories during Wentcher’s first virtual literary and spoken word night. Called “POW: the Power of Words,” Scholars treated us to their words from a variety of genres including rap, visual art, poetry, and readings from a self-authored and illustrated published children’s book.

Palak Desai talks to us about working with cancer patients as a Hematologist and Oncologist in a clinic and hospital.

Abigail Afriyie talks to us about attending the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), her passion for fashion, and her latest art exhibition.