Each participating university has a designated program liaison as the scholars’ primary point of contact and a mentor. Programming will be conducted or organized by this person, who will also regularly meet with the scholars as a group and in 1:1 meetings.
Students can learn more about the eligibility criteria, application process, and more at our information sessions:
Date |
Time |
Link |
Tuesday, December 6 |
5:00p CST |
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Saturday, December 10 |
1:00p CST |
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Monday, December 12 |
6:00p CST |
Living Learning Community*
Scholars will participate in a TLS-specific Living Learning Community (LLC) for the first two years of the program. *This set-up may vary by campus. If a particular campus does not provide an LLC for their scholars, supplemental programming will be offered regularly to connect the group.
Progressive Mentorship
Year 1: Each scholar is assigned a peer mentor in addition to the program’s staff mentor.
Year 2: Scholars transitions into a peer-mentor role for new scholars. Scholars also participate in a weeklong job shadowing program during winter or spring break.
Year 3: Scholars attend two events each semester to learn and receive advice from corporate and executive leaders regarding what they are looking for in new graduates.
Year 4: Scholars are matched with an alumni mentor who is aligned with their academic or professional goals.
Undergraduate Research
Scholars receive access to on-campus research opportunities. The TLS liaison will help students find opportunities and provide workshops on securing research positions.
Professional Development
Opportunities for the following topics will be provided each year:
- Strengths or Leadership Assessment
- Group Service Projects
- Networking events to practice communication and relationship-building skills
- Workshops and earning opportunities to:
- Resume writing
- Developing an elevator speech
- LinkedIn and other social media branding
- Value of diversity in teams and businesses
- Pursuing graduate school
Family Outreach
TLS staff will provide outreach to scholar parents/guardians to help understand the college and TLS experience.
Summer Programs
- Annual Leadership Conference: Each summer a member institution will hold an annual leadership conference.
- Study Abroad: Scholars can apply to participate in a TLS-specific pad study abroad experience.
- Internship Stipends: Scholars can apply for an internship stipend if pursuing an unpaid summer internship.