The mission of the Bonner Scholar Program is to transform the lives of students and members, the life of their campuses, their local communities, and the world through service and leadership. The Bonner Program is designed to heighten the overall education students and members receive by asking them to engage in ongoing service work and helping them develop the experience, skills, knowledge, and values necessary to make that work meaningful and lasting.
If you are chosen to be a Bonner Scholar, you will be required to complete 140 hours of service per semester (8-10 hours a week), attend mandatory All-Bonner and Class Meetings, participate in events, and one-on-one meetings. Additionally, you are required to complete a summer of service during your college experience at an approved nonprofit. This is equivalent to a summer internship - 280 hours of direct service.
Once you have completed and submitted your application, you will receive an email confirmation and will be invited to participate in an interview during Talent Showcase in March 2022. Applicants who meet our early application deadline will also be invited to participate in a meet-and-greet opportunity with Bonner Program Staff and current Bonner Scholars in early Spring 2022.