Meet the new Jeannette K. Watson Fellows and the 50th class of Thomas J. Watson Fellows!

Fifty Years of Discovery

The Watson Foundation expands the vision and develops the potential of promising students.

Our Fellows

Watson Fellowships challenge students to create their own paths and support them on the journey.

Lincoln Ajoku

Jeannette K. Watson Fellow 2003

Oscar Baez

Thomas J. Watson Fellow 2008

MaryBeth Apriceno

Jeannette K. Watson Fellow 2012

Wadzanai Motsi

Thomas J. Watson Fellow 2013

Kamelia Kilawan

Jeannette K. Watson Fellow 2014

Reggie Thomas

Jeannette K. Watson Fellow 2007

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Our Programs

We work with over 100 partners to provide two, one-of-a-kind programs.

Thomas J. Watson Fellowship

A year of independent, purposeful exploration.

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Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship

Internships, mentorship, community, and growth.

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