Newman Civic Fellowship

The Newman Civic Fellowship is presented annually by Campus Compact, a national coalition of over 1000 colleges and universities committed to the public purposes of higher education, to one student per member institution.

Nominees are recommended by college and university presidents to acknowledge motivation and ability in public leadership. The fellowship honors inspiring student leaders who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country. Through service, research, and advocacy, Newman Civic Fellows are making the most of their college experience to better understand themselves, the root causes of social issues, and effective mechanisms for creating lasting change. These students represent the next generation of public problem solvers and civic leaders. They serve as national examples of the role that higher education can—and does—play in building a better world.

This year, Jonathan Jean Charles, was selected as the University of Miami Newman Civic Fellow as part of the 2025-2026 cohort. 

 

"Jonathan Jean Charles is majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Global Health Studies with a minor in Anthropology. He is passionate and dedicated to addressing the social issue of health inequity and its affects on low-income communities. As a Global Health Populations and Systems Fellow, he created a literature review and conducted a community health needs assessment to better understand the complexity of healthcare delivery systems. His involvement with the Student National Medical Association and the American College of Cardiology's Young Scholars Program has enhanced his understanding of healthcare inequities affecting low-income communities. Jonathan has also been able to gain on-the-ground training as a first responder in EMS Field experience working with Miami -Dade County Fire Rescue."

- Joseph Echevarria, University of Miami President 

 

Nominations for the 2026-2027 Newman Civic Fellowship will open in January 2026. 

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