Inspirations for Students

See what students are doing to help more kids succeed in school and go to college. Know of other examples? Send us a note to share them.

Featured Stories

Brett CampbellStudents Use Web Site to Raise Awareness, Work for Change in Education

Sophomore Brett Campbell is active on StudentsSpeakOut.org, a social networking site the Minnesota Citizen's League developed to engage students to co-define school problems and help identify solutions. Continue reading about Brett

 

Propelled by College Student Mentors, High School Students "Fast Forward" to College

The Fast Forward Youth Program (FFYP) provides college preparation guidance for central Minnesota high school students. It's run by the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University and uses their students as mentors. Continue reading about FFYP


Short Takes

An inspirational story: From poverty to Carleton, MinnPost

A recent Carleton College graduate gives back as an AmeriCorps volunteer for Admission Possible — a program she participated in herself.