Being a Simon Scholars Alum means belonging to the Simon Scholars Family for a lifetime!
Simon Scholars Alumni have completed their studies and hold degrees and certifications from colleges and universities across the country. These individuals are resilient, highly motivated, and successful. Alumni are an essential part of the culture and history of Simon Scholars and will continue to provide valuable support and engagement to current scholars, alumni, staff, and the community.
Simon Scholars
Alumni Association
The Simon Scholars Alumni Association is a community of former Simon Scholars who are committed to helping the next generation of leaders. Our Alumni Association has been developed to help current high school scholars, college scholars, and alumni to pursue their academic and professional goals and to support them on their journey to success. We are extremely proud of the achievements of Simon Scholars and want to ensure that this tradition of excellence continues for many years to come.
Membership in the Simon Scholars Alumni Association is an exclusive opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives and to connect with a network of like minded individuals. The Simon Scholars Alumni Association is dedicated to supporting our members in their career and job readiness goals by providing a range of resources and opportunities regarding mentorship programs, career readiness, job search guidance, guest speaker series, and professional development workshops. In addition, members of the Alumni Association will have access to a variety of networking events, volunteer opportunities, special alumni events, and other community outreach initiatives. We also offer exclusive job postings to our members and opportunities for career advancement through our vast network of alumni and community partnerships.
The Simon Scholars Alumni Association plays a vital role in helping to shape the future of Simon Scholars by providing support, guidance, and mentorship. Members of the Alumni Association create a strong network of individuals who are dedicated to educational and career success and committed to making a positive impact in their communities.
At Simon Scholars we strive to provide current scholars and alums with endless opportunities to support continued success!
Join the Simon Scholars Alumni Association today! If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Lea Segura, Director of Alumni Relations at lsegura@simonscholars.org.
First-Gen Futures Summit:
Elevating Careers and Strengthening Alumni Connections
The First-Gen Futures Summit brings together Simon Scholars alumni and college seniors for a transformative experience filled with interactive workshops, inspiring keynotes, and valuable networking opportunities. Through this summit, as part of the alumni program, we’re continuing to build a community that supports your career growth, leadership skills, and lifelong learning.
Watch the highlights from this year’s summit in the video below to see how we’re supporting first-gen professionals to excel in their careers and build lasting connections.
Stay tuned—more details about this year’s summit coming soon!
Simon Scholars Advisory Board
The Alumni Advisory Board is a dynamic and collaborative group of alumni dedicated to supporting the mission of the Alumni Association. Board members serve as ambassadors and advocates for the Association, providing advice and counsel to Association staff and leadership on programs, services, and initiatives.
Alumni Association Advisory Board Members
Jesus Bravo
Simon Scholar ’17
Karen Cortez
Simon Scholar ’14
Daniel Garcia
Simon Scholar ’12
Lisa Hardiman
Simon Scholar ’15
Eric Molina
Simon Scholar ’20
Marissa Martinez
Simon Scholar ’15
Micki Smith
Simon Scholar ’11
Bryant Vivar
Simon Scholar ’17
Arely Escoto
Simon Scholar ’14
Saúl Sandoval Estrada
Simon Scholar ’15
What Our Alumni Advisory Board Members Share About Their Involvement and Journey
Once a Scholar, Always a Scholar
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