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Rainier Scholars is hosting the Seattle Area Independent School college fair, October, 17th 2010. Click the link below for more information.

 

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 Bill Gates Sr. met with Rainier Scholars to share his wisdom and advice.

 

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Tuesday, Jan 19th at 6:30 am and 8:30 am: Rainier Scholars Program featured on KPLU 88.5 - NPR News and All that Jazz

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Rainier Scholars featured on King 5 TV News

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Rainier Scholars names Gordon McHenry Jr. as its new Executive Director.

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Read about the newest members of the Rainier Scholars team!

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Phase Four
College Support Services

Our scholars know that completing the Rainier Scholars program means earning their college degrees. To help them, we continue providing them with academic and emotional support from their first days on campus until they finally stride across the graduation stage and become program alums. Prior to departure for campus, all Rainier Scholars read Making the Most of College by Richard Light and explore what it means to have a fulfilling college experience which prepares them for the world awaiting them on graduation day and their critical role of leadership in it.

Support services include:

  • Comprehensive College 101 Retreat prior to fall of freshman year, addressing issues of: academic courses, major and minor selection, financial aid, navigating the social landscape of college life and creating a healthy and holistic life on campus
  • Counselors who regularly connect with students and track their progress on campuses around the country
  • Academic, financial and socio-emotional support services for struggling students
  • A communications network enabling scholars to connect with and support one another
  • Professional networking and mentoring opportunities
  • A resource clearinghouse including information on internships, jobs, volunteering and study abroad opportunities