IE Foundation Fellows Program

Celebrating another impactful year of our IE Foundation Fellows, IE Foundation hosted the Winter Gathering at the IE Tower, featuring inspiring speeches and musical performances by our talented Fellows, fostering meaningful connections as the year came to an end.

IE Foundation had the opportunity to explore the “El Taller de Rubens” exhibition at Museo Nacional del Prado, gaining insight into the artistic genius of Rubens’s extraordinary artistic universe and the creativity behind his Modern Age’s most iconic masterpieces.

IE Foundation held an enriching LinkedIn workshop, “Build Your Personal Profile and Use it Effectively”, organized by the IE Foundation Fellows Student Board and led by Sam Ferdinand, a 4th-year Fellow. The session offered guidance on optimizing LinkedIn profiles and crafting stories that showcase purpose and impact.

The IE Foundation Fellows had the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in one of the Mexico’s most cherished traditions at Fundación Casa de México en España: the Altar de Muertos. Designed by Eugenio Caballero, this exhibition allowed visitors to gain a deeper appreciation for the Día de Muertos celebration, that honors life and heritage.

Some Fellows representing IE Foundation’s diverse scholarship programs, had the privilege to meet and connected with the members of the IE University’s International Advisory Board during an exclusive guided tour of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, celebrating cultural exchange and shared purpose.

IE Foundation Fellows recently enjoyed a vibrant Latin Dance Workshop, organized in collaboration with the IE Language Center. The session was led by Professor Benedikt Seigner, Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship at IE University and a former Latin and Ballroom dancer. His expertise brought a unique mix of dance and culture, making it an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

A new academic year kicked off with a special welcome session for the new IE Foundation Fellows, featuring Dr. Concepción Galdon, who emphasized the importance of leading with purpose and creating impact through social responsibility. The new IE Foundation Student Board was introduced, highlighting its role in supporting Fellows, promoting collaboration, and aligning with IE’s mission to drive positive change in society.

IE Foundation marked the start of the new academic year in Segovia with a special event that brought together both new and returning IE Foundation Fellows. The gathering celebrated community, culture, and creativity, leading into the Hay Festival Segovia’s 19th edition, supported by IE Foundation and IE School of Humanities. The day closed with a lively DJ session.

We celebrated the graduation of our Master’s and first-ever Undergrad Fellows with speeches from EVP Gonzalo Garland and inspiring words from graduates Diego Rubio Gutiérrez and Keitumetse Pule. Rafif Srour discussed AI’s future impact, while Geoffroy Gérard closed the event, honoring Top 5 Most Engaged Fellows: Togzhan Kapenova, Vermon Washington, Margarita Peces Collar, Pablo Cuesta Sanz, and Yelyzaveta Ádova. Congratulations to all! Once a Fellow, always a Fellow!

IE Foundation hosted the Donor’s Cocktail 2024 during Global Alumni Weekend. Alumni and corporate partners connected with exceptional scholarship recipients through an engaging panel featuring various Fellows.

IE Foundation hosted a guided tour of “Heliocene” by New Media Artist Natalia Stuyk at the IE Tower, as part of the MMMAD Festival. The creators of MMMAD explained the meaning and technical aspects of this digital art piece.

IE Foundation held a LinkedIn optimization masterclass for Fellows, led by Keitumetse Pule. The event provided practical tools and strengthened bonds between them.

IE Foundation Fellows from Madrid and Segovia campuses met at the Segovia IE campus to kick off the new year together. It was a gathering for networking, catching up, and enjoying each other’s company. The event aimed to strengthen bonds between fellows from both campuses and set a positive tone for the year ahead.

The IE Foundation Fellows came together at the IE Tower for a festive event, highlighted by a captivating musical performance from talented Fellows. The event was the perfect occasion to bond and catch up before the winter break.

Our IE Foundation Fellows  had the opportunity to immerse themselves into “Los Cinco Sentidos”  exhibition at Museo Nacional  del Prado, exploring all 5 senses through the work  of Brughel el Viejo.

Kim Siew’s recent  workshop empowered IE Foundation Fellows to overcome creative hurdles, fostering curiosity and resilience. This transformative event left the students inspired and ready to embrace their creative potential.

The IE Foundation Fellows attended the sixth edition of the iconic Altar de Muertos  at the Fundación  Casa de México in Spain. This paid tribute to 30 exceptional women who have shone brightly in Mexican history in various fields such as history, visual and performing arts, journalism, literature, politics, social activism, music, and science.

The IE Tower hosted a special Welcome Session for new IE Foundatoin Fellows, featuring inspiring talks from prominent IE alumni and encouraging the pursuit of professional goals.

A special event to honor the IE Foundation Fellows graduating in July 2023.

IE Foundation Fellows had the pleasure of immersing themselves in an afternoon filled with art and culture during an exclusive guided visit to the exhibition “Spanish Masterpieces from The Frick Collection” at Museo Nacional del Prado.

IE Foundation Fellows came together in Segovia to celebrate the “Well-being and Nature Day”, an occasion for them to slow down, disconnect from their busy schedules, and immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world around them.

IE Foundation Fellows had the privilege of participating in a guided visit to the “Metamorfosis del ser” exhibition at the Círculo de Bellas Artes, which showcased an exceptional collection of art depicting the human head in West and Central African art.

In collaboration with Casa de México, IE Foundation organized a visit for IE Foundation Fellows to the exhibition “Casa de México: Luchadoras, mujeres en la colección del MUAC” exhibition, which showcased the amazing work of female artists.

IE Foundation organized a Winter gathering to bring together all IE Foundation Fellows in order to celebrate the milestones and achievements of the year.