Happy 1-Year Work Anniversary to Jess Richter, our outstanding Operations Coordinator. 🎉 Your commitment, kindness, and incredible problem-solving skills keep everything running smoothly. We’re so grateful to have you on our team!

🌟 Introducing the first Partner School Spotlight in our Legacy Celebration Series: Big Spring High School! According to School Counselor Dr. Jocelyn Kraus, Big Spring is a close-knit community with beloved traditions, such as the Spirit Bone. Go Bulldogs!

From internships to study abroad, SEEF experiences empower Lenfest Scholars to explore new paths and create lasting impact. Are you an Alum and want to get involved? Check your email and the Alum LinkedIn group for more information.

The A-Team visited our partner schools this fall sharing what the Lenfest journey can mean for you. The 2025–26 application cycle is officially open and initial applications are due January 5 at 11:59 PM. Start your application at lenfestscholars.org/applynow.

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor the life and legacy of the man who reminded us that, "Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education." Community MLK Celebration events here: mlk.virginia.edu

The 2026 Lenfest Scholars semifinalists have been announced! 🎊 Congrats on advancing to the next stage! Please check your email for next steps.

Save the date! 🎉 Community Weekend 2026 is set for June 26–28 at Franklin & Marshall. More details coming soon.