Yes, you read that year correctly. One of our favorite days of the year has come and gone as we welcomed the class of 2032 to the Young Scholars program at a reception held at Utica University. Nearly 70 rising 7th graders, joined by their…

Our wellness group wrapped up an incredible five-week journey with a special trip to Green Lakes State Park. Together, we enjoyed a mindful 2-mile hike around the beautiful lake, took part in a relaxing sound bowl meditation, shared lunch by the beach, and celebrated the…

Looking for a PAID internship AND career experience this summer? Through our GLDP Internships, we offer a $1,700 stipend for 100 hours of work! Don’t miss this opportunity—email Cora Owens at [email protected] for more info!

Over the past five weeks, our wellness program, led by licensed social worker Alyssa Freeman and mindfulness practitioner Mikelle Deck, created a space for students to explore self-awareness, connection, and healthy living in meaningful, hands-on ways. In partnership with Utica University, we welcomed 20 students…

Our friends at Civics Unplugged are currently hiring a full-time Summer Program Associate for CU Commons in Upstate New York, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley region. CU Commons is a new initiative designed to create spaces for social connection and intergenerational learning,…

Have you heard the news?! Young Scholars has once again been selected as an official Charity Bib Partner for the Boilermaker Road Race. That means you can run the race (15K or 5K) with a complimentary bib – your only obligation is to raise funds…

As our program has grown over the past three decades, it has come to do so much for so many. That has led to a wonderful challenge – succinctly explaining to those may not know, or have a vague idea, all that we do. This…

The website formerly known as Young Scholars Alumni Society has officially been rebranded as Young Scholars CONNECT! While the name has changed, the purpose remains the same—uniting the community that makes the Young Scholars program so special. Young Scholars CONNECT is a space for everyone…

Young Scholars LPP has made great efforts in building out a network of alumni and supporters, to connect over 25 years of program graduates with each other and the broader community. A key component of this effort is this dedicated online platform that provides access…