This is an article summary originally written by Tina Kelley for NJ Advance Media for NJ.com. See the full article here: High school students finish Rutgers summer program, ‘This is your home now.’
Article Summary
Rising high school seniors took center stage at the culminating ceremony of the Rutgers Future Scholars summer institute, bravely sharing deeply personal reflections. Their accounts ranged from family hardship and loss to the challenges of being the first in their families to pursue college. Each compelling story was met with enthusiastic applause from more than 100 peers and professors, underscoring the supportive atmosphere within the program.
Rutgers Future Scholars offers first-generation, low-income high school students an opportunity to envision college as an attainable goal. Students who successfully complete the program earn a scholarship to Rutgers, receiving resources such as mentoring, academic support and a sense of community. As they embark on their senior year, these young scholars have been reminded that Rutgers can be their home—one that fosters their growth and celebrates their potential.