About Kosi

Hometown:
New Rochelle, NY

University Partner:
Boston College

Degree:
B.S. in Finance & Marketing, 2008

Grant Partner:
New York Football Giants

Senior Mentor:
Beth Roche, Director of Marketing Services & Youth Programs

"The Steamboat experience provided the catalyst that forced me to honestly look in the mirror and answer any questions I have had about myself, my future, family, friends and ambitions. In fact, this summer was a reflection period that I could no longer run away from. I am now learning that if I fall, I should not think it is permanent and I must not let it be pervasive in my life. I learned that falling can become a great thing, because it can help shape me into the person I will ultimately become."

Scholar Background

Deeply touched by a visit to Nigeria in 2006, Kosi explored his native culture and was able to see first hand the dilapidated conditions people endure every day. With a great passion for sports and helping others, Kosi gave away his own boots and sneakers and is now organizing an initiative that will bring soccer balls and basic amenities to children in the local Nigerian village. At Boston College, Kosi was an active member of the Entrepreneur Society and founded TRIUMPH Magazine for urban students, which focuses on “presenting essential information to teens growing up in today’s society.”

Internship Highlight

At the New York Giants, Kosi participated in various activities under the umbrellas of Corporate Sponsorship, Client Services, Marketing Services, and Event Initiatives. Some of his responsibilities included attending corporate meetings with Anheuser-Busch and MasterCard, executing elements of sponsor contracts, hosting sponsored events at Giants Training Camp in Albany, NY, and shooting a public service announcement with Giant quarterback Eli Manning.

Where are they now?

Kosi is currently working at Deloitte in New York City.