College LAUNCH for Leadership Program Alumni Spotlight We’re thrilled to spotlight Rita Venant, a proud member of the very first College LAUNCH cohort in 2015. Rita’s journey since then has been nothing short of remarkable, showcasing the lasting impact of the LAUNCH program. Rita is […]
In partnership with the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, the College LAUNCH for Leadership Program hosted another successful MEDucation Day. Current Scholars learned about the Medical School admissions process, participated in hands-on demonstrations including an ultrasound lab, suturing workshop, anesthesiology simulation, and preserved […]
College LAUNCH for Leadership Saturday Summit with the Wake Forest University School of Business. This month, Scholars participated in an engaging Summit where they explored the different areas of business. To begin the day, Scholars took on the various roles such as CEO and project […]
This month, College LAUNCH Scholars and their families traveled to Wake Forest University for their Saturday Summit. With guidance from Assistant Deans of Admissions Grace Sanabria and Rose Brown, guests learned what college admissions officers look for when reviewing applications and received a firsthand look […]
Name: Jayden Brown Cohort Year: 2018 College: Wake Forest University Current Status: I am a Wake Forest University School of Business student pursuing my Master’s of Management. Favorite College LAUNCH memory: One thing that I enjoyed during my time in LAUNCH was when we had […]
This month, Scholars embarked on a day of scientific discovery hosted by the Wake Forest Physics and Engineering Departments. The January Summit featured interactive science demonstrations, hands-on telescope-building activities, and a guided tour of physics research laboratories. This immersive experience aimed to broaden students’ understanding […]
This month, Scholars learned about civic engagement, built their college list, and began working on their group YPAR projects. Scholars learned from campus and community partners, Generation Nation and Deacs Decide, who shared more about civic leadership in their communities and ways to create […]
On October 19, 2024, community members and alumni gathered to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the College LAUNCH for Leadership program. During the event, we reminisced about past Saturday Summits, alumni shared the impact that the program has made on their lives, and our current […]
The 2024-2025 College LAUNCH year has begun. 55 Scholars in Winston-Salem and 60 Scholars in Charlotte joined us for their first Saturday Summit. This is the 10th anniversary of the College LAUNCH for Leadership Program and the largest cohort to date. The summit started […]
College LAUNCH Scholars traveled to the Wake Forest School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC to learn about various careers in the healthcare field and participate in hands-on activities. View the photo story below to get a glimpse of the day. Scholars rotated between ultrasound, anesthesia, […]