About the Department

In 1990, after working with John Stephenson, President of Berea, the Bonner Foundation established the first Bonner Scholars Program at Berea College. During the period from 1993 to 1998 Berea College was not involved in the Program, but rejoined as of the 1998-99 academic year. During 1998-99, 40 students distributed throughout the four classes were designated as Bonner Scholars and the goal is to eventually reach a total of 60 students in the Program.

The Bonner Scholars Program offers the following opportunities to students:

• Labor positions in service beginning with the freshman year
• Leadership training Regional conferences and service events
• A mentoring program with upper-class students involved in service
• Monthly enrichment programs, including guest speakers
• National Bonner Foundation resources
• Financial assistance for summer service projects
• Connections with students at the other 23 Bonner colleges

To learn more about the history of the Bonner Scholars Program, please visit the Bonner Foundation Web site.