On a sunny Wednesday in early July, Rainier Scholars – Tacoma welcomed its second cohort of students to Summer Stretch at First Creek Middle School with excitement and [..]
Rainier Scholars – Tacoma’s program goal is to increase college access for students of color in the Tacoma community. Rainier Scholars focuses on supporting students most[..]
by Zoe Hardwick When I was young, and my mom was at work or went to the store, I would sneak into her closet and pick out a pair of high heels. Depending on the scenario i[..]
We are just a few days away from our April 27 virtual luncheon. As we’ve been working to create an inspiring program for you, I’ve had the opportunity to reflect on th[..]
Take a look at what Rainier Scholars – Tacoma has been up to! Selecting our first cohort: The Tacoma team started combing through approximately 75 student applic[..]
by Jennifer Ward, January 2022 Exciting things are happening with the Tacoma program! Active recruitment is underway, after countless time and energy spent meeting wit[..]
Lily Ghebrai, Cohort 3 by Alison Krupnick It’s a long way from Eritrea to New York and the steps along Lily Ghebrai’s journey included Dallas, Seattle, and Vermont.[..]
by Alison Krupnick Pamela Biniam was excited, but nervous when she received her interest form. The Wake Forest University sophomore wondered if she would fe[..]
Rainier Scholars Associate Executive Director Kaila Davis Nsimbi describes her personal and professional commitment to helping students of color navigate the landscape of opp[..]
