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Intern highlight: Andrea Esperon
Loss and Gain of Purpose
NSO Through Ms. Aubrey’s Eyes
Affirmative Action decision sets America back decades
Emerging Futures
Meet the Intern: Jailene Sanchez
Meet the Intern: Zandie Lawson
Opportunity All Year Round
If I said It Was Easy, I’d Be Lying
A Welcoming Visit
Mental Health Awareness Month is ending. For college students, the need for support continues
Being Seen for Who I Am: Reflections on the Generations Scholarship
Breaking Barriers: Erick Hernandez on Owning His Future
The Power of Networking
A Simple Willingness to Learn is the Door, not the Key
A Mentor’s View: Interview with Year 2 Mentor Shanthi Cambala
Mentorship, the CS Way
Announcing: Graduate Level Partnership With University of Chicago Booth Business School
Navigating scholarships and financial aid: Advice from a Platinum Partner
Jennifer Shimp and Dan Bradley named 2023 Mentors of the Year
Molly Tompkins, Tim Courtney, Armando Beccerill Sierra, and Michelle Repp honored with 2023 CS Ways Mentorship Awards
REACH wins at 2023 SXSW Pitch Competition
From BuiltIn Chicago: Chicago Startup Reach Pathways to Pitch at SXSW
A Scholar’s Transition to College
Don’t let your dream school distract you from the right school
Making Up Time
Eva Maria’s Story: “There is always something we can do for others”
Chicago Tribune: Chicago Scholars helps 1st-generation students make it to college and succeed
Meet the Scholar: Tony Liang, Class of 2014
Chicago Sun Times: Chicago group helps youngsters attend college and find a job
Catalyst Chicago’s “Take 5 Education News Roundup”
Meet the Scholar: Arianna Alexander, Class of 2019
Meet the Scholar: Stacey Kennedy, Class of 2010
Meet the Scholar: Andres Ayala, Class of 2014
Meet the Scholar: Daniela Fernandez, Class of 2017
Meet the Scholar: Melissa Sharp, Class of 2016
Dominique Jordan Turner is featured as “Wonder Woman” on WGN Radio
Chicago Scholar Olivia Villarreal featured in Lawndale News
Hoy features Chicago Scholars and Class of 2020 Scholar
Meet the Scholar: Christopher Wilson, Class of 2020
We’re celebrating Proof Point Day!
Meet the Scholar: Michera Dobbs, Class of 2015
Meet Schafaris Turner, future Athletic Director
Meet the Scholar: Pauline Kulka, Class of 2016
BMO Financial Group honored with 2016 Chicago Scholars Diversity Award
Meet the Scholar: Oscar Cazalez, Class of 2017
Going to college for the first time? Don’t miss these tips!
Dominique Jordan Turner receives Women’s Leadership Award
Meet the Scholar: Allan Lake, Class of 2019
Meet the Scholar: Patricia Calderon, Class of 2021
Check out our new look!
Dominique Jordan Turner featured in USA Today’s Modern Woman
Meet the Scholar: Daniel Collazo, Class of 2020
Chicago Scholars receives Gold Star Mentoring Program Award
Meet Carlos Rivas, College Counselor
Vice President of Programs Dr. Toinette Gunn featured on podcast
Chance the Rapper visits Chicago Scholars
Cubs Charities renews support our Cubs Scholars program
It’s National Nurses Day: Meet Ulyana, future nurse!
Dominique Jordan Turner featured in GivingTuesday’s #WomenWhoGive series
Former Secretary of Education, The Honorable Arne Duncan, visits Chicago Scholars
Welcome, Class of 2022!
We made the front page
Kevin Coval to come to All Scholar Retreat
Chicago Scholars stands behind our DACA Scholars
Nominations open for 35 Under 35 Young Leaders Making an Impact 2018
Onsite 2017: An Extraordinary Day
Dominique Jordan Turner featured among Chicago leaders who give back
Happy Holidays from Chicago Scholars!
Match & Fit: Exploring our 2017 outcomes
Attend the 2018 UnTied Gala!
Meet our 35 Under 35!
Dominique Jordan Turner named as Obama Foundation Fellow
Chicago Scholars named 2018 recipient of NPEA Award for Excellence
Chicago Scholars launches The Greenhouse video series!
Chicago’s Most Impactful Young Professionals Recognized As Part of Chicago Scholars 35 under 35 Awards, Poised to Become the Next Generation of Leaders
10 Tips to Ace Your College Interview
Chicago’s Best and Brightest Interview with Colleges from Across the U.S. at the Onsite College and Leadership Forum
Marilyn’s Story: Paving the Way for Chicago’s Youth
Colleges Continue to Change Reopening Plans — Even After Classes Have Started
In a Virtual World, Meaningful Internships Still Matter
Developing as Leaders During Winter Break
The Resume: 29 Tips to Leap into Your Career
LeBron James and NBA All-Stars Team Up with Chicago Scholars
Networking: 29 Tips to Leap Into Your Career
Team LeBron for the Win!
Ace Your Interview: 29 Tips to Leap Into Your Career
Career-Readiness: 29 Tips to Leap Into Your Career
Building Community at the Black and Latina Womxn Summit
When Colleges Close, So Do Opportunities for Vulnerable Students
Ceidy’s Story: Stepping Up as a Leader at Home as Classes Move Online
Celebrating Graduates with #HonorMe2020
Finding Internship and Career Opportunities in Uncertain Times
Marquionna’s Story: Empowering Young Leaders Through Mentorship
A Letter from Our CEO: A More Just & Equitable Way Forward
Landing His Dream Job: An Interview with Malcolm Fox
A Few Words from the New CEO of Chicago Scholars, Jeffery Beckham, Jr.
Celebrating Children’s Book Week with Victor Luis Garcia
Dreams this Juneteenth from the CEO
Writing for Change: An Interview with Caleb Dunson
