Travelers EDGE® | Empowering Dreams for Graduation and Employment: A Case Study
Established in 2007, the objective of Travelers EDGE® is to increase the number of underrepresented individuals who complete a bachelor's degree and are prepared for a career at Travelers or in the Insurance & Financial Service (IFS) industry.
Mapping 15 Years of Progress
Travelers EDGE is a unique and powerful example of corporate innovation and commitment to change. This case study demonstrates how teams can effect and build upon change to continually improve outcomes that matter for their success and for our broader societal well-being. From program inception through June 30, 2022, Travelers EDGE has achieved the following outcomes:
- 563 scholars supported with scholarships or stipends
- 314 individuals obtained bachelor's degrees
- 35%of the graduates were hired at Travelers and 74% were hired at Travelers or other IFS companies upon graduation
- 67% of all scholars have graduated from or remain as scholars in the Travelers EDGE program.
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