April 11, 2025

Cooke Connections: Philadelphia is coming soon! These energizing regional events were born out of Mr. Cooke's vision for our Scholar community becoming a powerful network of individuals collaborating across various fields to drive meaningful change in the world.

Like our previous Cooke Connections events in Boston, Northern California, and New York, at this networking event you'll have the opportunity to build lasting connections with fellow Scholars and Alums. 


Networking + Connection Event

The event will take place from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Fairmount Water Works* (address 640 Water Works Drive in Philadelphia). We will hear from Lou Rodriguez, CEO and Founder of Rodriguez Consulting, on the topic of networking vs. building relationships, followed by time spent networking and connecting with the Cooke Community. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.

*Please note: regrettably, this venue is not ADA accessible.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Alum-led Company Tours

Two Cooke Alums have generously offered to provide company tours at their Philadelphia offices on Friday, April 11 in conjunction with Cooke Connections. See the options below and sign up by Friday, April 4 to secure your spot!

★ Visit the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Cedar Avenue: Friday, April 11 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

  • Location: 501 S 54th St., Philadelphia, PA 19143 

  • 10 spots available 

  • Description: Scholars will meet with Cooke Alum Jennifer Dupree MPH, RDMS, RVT, RT(R), a sonographer at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania – Cedar Avenue, for a Q&A in the hospital to learn more about working at HUP Cedar. Scholars will also have the opportunity to visit the ultrasound control area and learn more about the machines used in Radiology.  

★ Career Day Experience at Accenture: Friday, April 11 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

  • Location: 2001 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19103  

  • 10 spots available 

  • Description: Accenture is a business management consulting firm. Accenture’s Career Day Experience aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various career paths, the skills required for different professions, and the opportunities available using both lived and professional experiences to grow. Scholars will meet with Cooke Alum Cris Alvarado. This event will include a panel discussion, networking and interactive consulting sessions to engage and inspire students. *This event will include high schoolers from Philadelphia’s Launchpad organization 

 

Registration for this event is now closed.