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Mentor Spotlight
We’re proud to shine the Mentor Spotlight on Astin Hayes and Marc Washington. Astin is a returning Mentor who brought
Mentor News
A Little Word of Advice Be the best Mentor to your LINK Scholar through the practice of “active listening.” High
Special Thanks!
As we move through the first quarter of our new fiscal year, we’d like to take a moment to look
Welcome to New Staff
We’re thrilled to welcome three new staff members to the LINK team: Michael Happ, VP, Advancement; Alexandria Cummings, VP, Programs
Cool LINK Video
Check out this video about LINK’s history and legacy! We’re so proud of our impact in helping our Scholars to,
Dr. Toinette Gunn Named Crain’s Chicago Notable Black Leader
Congratulations to our own Dr. Toinette Gunn, President and CEO of LINK Unlimited Scholars, for being named to Crain’s Chicago
Please Support Our Spring Appeal
We’re nearing the end of our fiscal year, and we’d love to have your support in the final push of
New Staff and Board Members
Our LINK family continues to grow and expand, and we’re excited to welcome a new staff member and two new
LINK Alum Wins Pulitzer Prize
We are thrilled to announce that LINK Alum trina reynolds-tyler (Class of 2011), data director for Invisible Institute, recently won
Mentor Spotlight
We’re so proud to shine the Mentor Spotlight on Sanchir Avirmed, associate at GTCR LCC. Sanchir did Questbridge when he
LINK In the News
Huge thanks to these media outlets for shining a spotlight on LINK and our innovative approaches that are transforming education!
LINK’s Annual Impact Report
As we work to build tomorrow’s Black leaders today, we are proud to present the 2022-2023 LINK Unlimited Scholars Impact
Mentor Spotlight: Joshua McNabb
Mentor Spotlight: Joshua McNabbFirefighter & ParamedicLINK Alum, LINK Mentor We’re proud to shine this month’s Mentor Spotlight on Joshua McNabb.
Women’s History Month: A Word from Dr. J
In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, Dr. Janine Franklin (affectionately known as Dr. J.), LINK’s VP, Programs &
LINK Accepted into IGNITE
We are thrilled to announce that LINK Unlimited Scholars has been accepted into the 2024 cohort of The University of
In Case You Missed It
We had a fantastic time at our Mentor Happy Hour in January! Attendees enjoyed the opportunity to network, exchange ideas,
Volunteer Opportunity
Career Connections Collective Panelists Needed Are you willing to share your career path with our LINK Scholars? We have one
LINK in the News
We have been making a splash in the news lately, highlighting the impact our work is having on our Scholars
Save the Date for LINK’s Annual Golf Outing!
Thursday, July 25, 2024 We can’t wait to see you at LINK’s 29th Annual “Driving Fore a Difference” Golf Outing
Welcome to Our New Staff Members
Our LINK family is growing, and we’re excited to officially welcome these six new dynamic team members! Katie AbeleAssistant to
LINK in the News
Take a look at all the ways we’re spreading the LINK mission—and please share the good news on your social
Mentors: In Case You Missed It
We launched our new Group Mentor initiative and hosted a Match Night on November 2 to connect 45 scholars with
Mentor Spotlight: Franklin Reynolds (LINK Class of ’98)
We’re proud to shine the Mentor Spotlight on Franklin Reynolds this month. After graduating from De La Salle Institute as
Volunteer Opportunity
Career Connections Collective Panelists Needed Are you willing to share your career path with our LINK Scholars? We’re seeking several
Celebrating College Acceptances
Hard work pays off! Please join us in congratulating these LINK Scholars on their recent college acceptances! Congratulations, Scholars! We
LINK in the News
Take a look at how LINK Unlimited Scholars is making waves in the news! The Weekly Citizen newspaper highlighted Jr.
Join Us for LINK Team Trivia Night on October 5
You’re invited to come out for a fantastic evening of knowledge, camaraderie, and giving back at our LINK Unlimited Team
Join Our Team—We’re Hiring!
Looking to make a difference by linking students to opportunities so they can take a new path—one that leads to
LINK Welcomes Several New Staff Members
We are excited and proud to have welcomed a number of new staff to LINK in the last few months.
Upcoming Scholar & Mentor Events
Mentor Match Event on November 2 New Mentor and Scholar matches, mark your calendars for our Mentor & Scholar Match
Download the 2023 Scholar Celebration Program
Download the 2023 Scholar Celebration Program Now!
In Case You Missed It | April | Mentors
Virtual Paint Party Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Virtual Paint Party in February. Mentors, Scholars, and
LINK Mentors Become Newest Board Members
Mentors Craig Dunham and Gregory Mathurin are two of the newest members of LINK’s Board of Trustees. Craig was recently
In Case You Missed It | April | Scholars & Parents
Scholar Retreats We just wrapped up another successful season of Scholar retreats. Each class of LINK Scholars met with their
Save The Date for the 2023 Scholar Celebration!
Join us for our 2023 Scholar Celebration, sponsored by Old National Bank! This year’s celebration to honor the achievements of
Meet LINK’s New President & CEO Dr. Toinette Gunn – Mentors
Join us for an evening with LINK’s New President & CEO, Dr. Toinette Gunn. This is an opportunity to hear