Dear Community, Black Lives Matter. As a young black man living in the United States, I feel as if it’s my duty to get involved in issues pertaining to my race. Previously, I have previously been involved in college …
As the world shifted in response to the unforeseen circumstances the pandemic presented, students were forced to adapt their summer plans, some even facing internship and program cancellations, Students Rising Above (SRA) sought to offer additional career development opportunities to …
Dear Community, The Plight of African Americans – The Importance of Social Justice Introduction It can go without saying that our society is not perfect– far from it in fact! There are social issues left and right that go unnoticed, …
What is the Program? The Summer Leadership Program (SLP) cultivates students’ leadership skills by supporting them in developing a passion project with the intention of positively impacting their communities. Students join either as cohort participants (who will develop their own …
We are excited to officially open our Fund their Future Silent Auction! The Silent Auction includes: Five Star Hawaiian Getaway The islands are ready to welcome you back! Enjoy three (3) nights in a deluxe room at the luxurious Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, …
Since we couldn’t have you join a March 2020 Gala…. Please join Students Rising Above for our Virtual Fund their Future Celebration on Wednesday, September 2nd from 6:30-7:30 PM PDT. Register now! Program Agenda: Introduction to SRA Class of …
Hello, I am Kassandra Duran Beas, a rising junior at University of California Santa Barbara. I was born and raised in Santa Rosa, California in a predominantly Latino neighborhood. I am a Psychology and Brain Science major, minoring in Spanish …
Although Students Rising Above (SRA) was unable to host our annual Mock Career Fair in-person this year, company representatives and Rising Stars were able to meet and network through a virtual setting! On July 18, 2020, our Virtual Mock Career …
SRA Blog Post By SRA Scholar Ishika Prashar The summer after I graduated high school, a year before the pandemic hit, thanks to Students Rising Above and my advisor Tanya, I was encouraged to apply to the Children’s Hospital Oakland …
Meet SRA’s Interns: Students Rising Above has four new interns this summer, including myself, Aylin! Programs & Operations Intern My name is Aylin Velazco and I am the Students Rising Above Programs and Operations Intern. I am a rising …