LEAD Scholars Program

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About

LEAD Scholars Program

  • Impact Focus: Supporting first-generation college students through mentorship, leadership development, and academic support.
  • “First-generation students are learning “how to college” and manage university systems without prior understanding and guidance-they are the first in their families to
  • Being the first in their families to attend college, first-generation students must navigate the university systems and learn "how to college" without the benefit of prior guidance or understanding.
  • Your gift will help with: LEAD Week-SCU’s Summer Bridge program, scholarships, mentorship stipends, leadership programming.


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