Reducing Barriers

Here’s an example of a smart policy that gets rid of unnecessary college degree requirements and reduces barriers to good paying jobs. I hope other states follow suit! https://t.co/ik8SOeoMem

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 19, 2023

The Voyager Scholarship

Michelle and I are proud to join @BChesky in announcing the first recipients of The Voyager Scholarship, which supports 100 rising college juniors as they pursue a career in public service.

I can’t wait to see what these young people accomplish! pic.twitter.com/wH3oHbiITx

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 13, 2022

Futures Series

Michelle and I started the @ObamaFoundation's Futures Series to connect the young leaders of tomorrow with the trailblazers of today. It’s great to see the impact that it’s already having on students from the South Side. https://t.co/0Ga97LzU09

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 22, 2022

We have a responsibility to the young people of the neighborhood. That's why we launched our Futures Series at Hyde Park Academy, the high school that neighbors the future Obama Presidential Center, to expose students to careers they may not have been envisioning for themselves. pic.twitter.com/fyLYITWG7r

— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) June 22, 2022

Voyager Scholarship

Pursuing a career in public service was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. If you’re a rising college junior interested in public service, then I hope you’ll apply for the Voyager Scholarship! Learn more and apply by June 14: https://t.co/18axgB5P3l pic.twitter.com/uKbzw1Huhe

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 10, 2022

College Signing Day

College Signing Day is one of my favorite events of the year, and I can’t wait to celebrate it virtually with @ReachHigher on May 7! https://t.co/mDZoP5yEvQ

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) April 28, 2022

#VoteLoud

Voting rights — especially for Black and young voters — are under attack. That's why we're joining @MichelleObama and @CP3 to launch the #VoteLoud HBCU Squad Challenge to ensure that we make our voice heard in 2022 and beyond. Visit https://t.co/3IWlHi1FSp to learn more. pic.twitter.com/YfdvkS9717

— When We All Vote (@WhenWeAllVote) March 9, 2022

March Madness

It’s been a great year for college basketball, and now #MarchMadness is officially back. I’m excited for some of the young men in our @MBK_Alliance to join the action in New Orleans. Here's a look at my picks: https://t.co/LV9do4BSWB

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 16, 2022

Class Of 2021!

Congratulations, Class of 2021! You overcame so much this year with grace and humor. You should be incredibly proud of everything you’ve accomplished. 🎉 https://t.co/1zJXiNO7SA

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 1, 2021

Life threw an awful lot at you this year, and you didn’t blink. Instead, you pushed yourself harder and overcame the obstacles in your way. I am so proud of you—and please know I’ll be rooting for you in the months and years ahead.

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 1, 2021

I’d love to hear more about your graduation day. Send me a photo or shout out another graduate using #DearGrad and #ReachHigher! 🎓👨🏿‍🎓🎓👩‍🎓🎓

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 1, 2021

Michelle And Kelly

The Meritocracy Scam

Keep telling me about merit. https://t.co/NMjAfLkG1G

— Ida Bae Wells (@nhannahjones) February 4, 2021

https://twitter.com/nhannahjones/status/1357339846973394955 https://twitter.com/nhannahjones/status/1357340099969622021 https://twitter.com/nhannahjones/status/1357341348890742794 https://twitter.com/itsafronomics/status/1357334774159974402