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Anchor Tuscaloosa Announces Students Selected For 2026 Cohort
Anchor Tuscaloosa announced the members of its 2026 cohort of a program designed to connect talented students with the community.
TUSCALOOSA, AL — Anchor Tuscaloosa on Wednesday announced the members of its 2026 cohort of a program designed to connect talented students with key people, places and opportunities shaping West Alabama.
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Organizers said this year’s cohort represents a diverse group of students with strong academic backgrounds, demonstrated community involvement and a clear commitment to building their futures in West Alabama.
The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama says participants were chosen based on their interest in remaining in the region after graduation and on career goals aligned with the area’s continued growth.
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“Anchor Tuscaloosa’s 2026 cohort reflects the talent, curiosity and commitment that will help shape the future of our region,” Chamber President and CEO Kyle South said. “These students are already invested in West Alabama, and we are excited to support them as they explore ways to build their lives and careers here.”
The five-session program begins Jan. 16, and will introduce students to local leaders, employers and community organizations while highlighting professional and personal opportunities available across West Alabama.
2026 Anchor Tuscaloosa Cohort
The University of Alabama
- Staten Baker
- Danielle Boone
- Lili Brazil
- Anika Clark
- Emma Claire Cost
- Isabella Dini
- Armani Dixon
- Summer Fields
- Ormarion Fowler
- Aaliyah Gates
- Caroline Geba
- Grace Gower
- Woods Hobbs
- Emma Honer
- Leela Hudnall
- Kim Jacks
- Tamia Jackson
- Meghan Kellem
- Lauren Kronk
- Madelynn Lane
- Anthony Laughlin
- Roman Lott
- Jerrold Lovejoy, Jr.
- Sam McKinney
- Griffin McKinney
- John McKinney
- Makayla McLaughlin
- Idris Mohammed
- Honorine Ntoh Yuh
- Luke Pollock
- Jackson Quarles
- Jackson Shue
- Danielle Toland
- Meleah Treadaway
- Neil Vashi
- Jayla Winston
Stillman College
- Symone Carlton
- Shania Dortch
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