RICHMOND, VA – Jasmin, a graduating senior of the Sacred Heart Center (SHC) College & Career-Bound Program and future medical doctor, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship sponsored by Canastas Chicken Restaurants, SHC, Scholars Latino Initiative (SLI), and SLI advisory council members Amelia Castañeda and Lyons Sanchezconcha. “My parents have always told me that education is key, and that with…
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SLI scholar high school graduates announce college plans
Twelve SLI scholars have graduated from high school this spring and announced their fall college plans, bringing the total number of SLI alumni to 113. They will attend Harvard University, Hollins University, Dickinson College, Laurel Ridge Community College, University of Virginia, Eastern Mennonite University, Blue Ridge Community College, James Madison University, and Virginia Tech.
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Meet Javier ’23, SLI scholar: “It’s like going from zero to 100, from my parents having no college to me getting into Harvard with a full ride.”
An interview with SLI scholar Javier ’23, whose college plans came together this spring. What are you planning to study at Harvard University? I plan to concentrate in neuroscience, most likely on the premed track. I’m pretty sure I want to become a doctor – maybe a cardiologist – but I’m keeping an open mind about different specialties. Is anyone…
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SLI represented at JMU Civic symposium
PICTURED ABOVE: Dr. Carlos Alemán, associate professor of communication studies at JMU and SLI program director and board member, speaks during the James Madison Center for Civic Engagement symposium “U.S. Democracy and the Latino/a/x Community.” Photo by JMU Marketing & Branding, Diego Alejandro Crespo Guido HARRISONBURG, VA – The SLI community was well represented among the presenters and participants at…
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SLI class of ’23 college acceptances
To date, SLI scholars graduating from high school this year have been accepted to the following colleges and universities: DONATE HERE to support SLI college scholarship and computer awards!
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Big-picture dreams and good vibes: Meet Katherine ’25, SLI scholar
What are some things you enjoy about school? My favorite subject is history, learning why everything is the way it is now, and how history repeats itself. We see what happened back then happening now. I also like chemistry. Even though I can sometimes struggle a little bit, it’s interesting. I’m in three clubs – Interact, Latinos Unidos, and SLI…
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Meet Arleth ’23, SLI scholar
An interview with SLI scholar and volunteer EMT Arleth ’23, whose major is public health with a Spanish minor. What are your college and career goals? [In 2024] I discovered my passion for research and want a career in the CDC. I’ve always liked helping people. As I’m the oldest daughter in my family, it’s kind of second nature. Since…
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SLI Congreso ’23
SLI scholars gathered with university student mentors to learn about leveraging their strengths to better themselves and their communities. Students participated in cross-program discussions, met with SLI Board Chair and JMU Associate Dean for Diversity, Inclusion and External Engagement Fawn-Amber Montoya and visiting professors of Latinx studies (from left, Daniel Morales of VCU, Sarah Deutsch of Duke, and Benny Andres…
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SLI Service Award conferred on long-serving board members
In recognition of their long service and achievements, the college-access nonprofit Scholars Latino Initiative (SLI) has conferred SLI Service Awards on Laura Feichtinger McGrath and Larry Miller, whose terms on the SLI board of directors concluded at the end of 2022. Incorporated in 2012 and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 2013, SLI creates college access opportunities through collaborations with public school…
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Sentara Health grant to increase healthcare career opportunities for SLI scholars
Sentara Health has awarded $60,000 to the college-access nonprofit Scholars Latino Initiative (SLI) to increase underserved representation in healthcare. The grant will support opportunities to develop SLI scholars’ leadership skills and access to skilled health careers, training for SLI mentors, and the strengthening of SLI’s long-term capacity to serve students. In addition, the grant establishes the Sentara SLI Scholar College…
