The Goode Scholars Program is dedicated to fostering the personal development, academic success, and social growth of first-generation and urban population students. Through a variety of activities and experiences, the program aims to support these students' journey from matriculation to graduation, ensuring they persist and thrive academically. Fundraising efforts are crucial to the program's mission, providing emergency funds, book scholarships, graduate school fees, and opportunities for personal development such as leadership conferences. These resources ensure no Goode Scholar is left behind and empower graduates to make a significant impact in their communities, breaking generational cycles and serving as role models for what is possible.
“The Goode Scholars Program helped shape me to create space for inclusion wherever I go. My work often questions how we can create space for others who may not look like us but still have the same values and priorities that we do. In the program, I learned the value of everyone bringing their whole selves to the table in order to build and be something better together.”