Name: Sasha Akinchina
Grad Year: 2025
Award:
“Making resources accessible and approachable is a cornerstone of my work and values. I am so grateful to earn a spot in the El Pomar Fellowship, where I can give back to my state of Colorado, explore my passions, and grow as a leader,” says Akinchina. “The fellowship’s emphasis on leadership will help me continue learning how I can best position myself in the community to give back and lead with purpose. I have always wanted to work for a foundation and gain experience in the philanthropic sector, so I am looking forward to making an impact and working towards a shared mission of promoting the well-being of the people of Colorado.”
Akinchina would like to thank Roy Jo Sartin, Professor Kat Miller-Stevens, Leah Brown, and Emma Fairburn for their support during her time at CC and throughout the fellowship application and interview process.