Meet the new D-SIP Director, Jemika Ferguson!

“There is no chance, no destiny, no fate, that can circumvent, or hinder, or control the firm resolve of a determined soul.” -Ella Wheeler Wilcox

I am one determined soul, and I am honored to be the new program director of the Development Summer Internship Program (D-SIP)! My determination is sourced from the impact that D-SIP has on the lives of students and members of the community. In just a short time, I have gained a wealth of knowledge about the program, and my desire is to make D-SIP better with each passing moment.

I thrive off of friendly “hellos” and inquiries about the world of D-SIP! Stay tuned for updates, and be sure to join us at future community-wide events. I can assure you that there are great things in store for D-SIP.

Jemika Ferguson
Assistant Director, Talent Pipeline Programs, Talent Management

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