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Sponsor the Class of 2028 Scholar Cohort
Is your company looking for ways to support diversity, equity, and inclusion community efforts? If so, we have the perfect
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
Become a LINK Mentor
Have you ever considered becoming a Mentor—or do you know anyone who might be a good candidate to become a
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
Class of 2028 New Scholar Application Opens October 2
Applications for the LINK Class of 2028 open on Monday, October 2! Current 8th-grade students can apply for our four-year
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.
28th Annual Driving Fore A Difference Golf Outing a Huge Success
Special thanks to everyone who attended this year’s 28th Annual “Golfing Fore a Difference” Event on July 20 at Twin
Jr. LINK Family and Scholar Orientation on October 12
Jr. LINK officially launches on October 12 with a virtual orientation at 6:30pm! We’re ready to help our 7th and
Class of 2025 Intro to College and Scholarships on November 16
It’s almost your time—are you ready? Class of 2025 Scholars and parents, please join us for an Introduction to College
LINK Saturday Academy Continues on 10/21 and 12/2
We are excited to continue our Saturday Academy for our Jr. LINK and High School Fellowship Scholars on Saturday, October
Upcoming Scholar & Mentor Events
Mentor Match Event on November 2 New Mentor and Scholar matches, mark your calendars for our Mentor & Scholar Match
Highlights from Our September Scholar Orientation
We officially launched this year’s programming with Scholar Orientation at our first Saturday Academy on September 16! We hosted nearly
Recent Grants Affirm LINK’s Mission and Impact
We would like to extend a huge word of thanks to all of our supporters who invest in LINK Unlimited
Download the 2023 Scholar Celebration Program
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LINK Scholar Olivia Cameron Makes History!
Imagine logging on to social media to the news that you’re the first woman Bowler to ever make it to
KIRKLAND & ELLIS INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM continues its long-standing partnership with LINK
In 2021, LINK Unlimited Scholars announced a partnership with two of Chicago’s most recognizable firms, including one of its longest-standing
Updates & Changes | April | Jr. LINK
Class of 2027: Final Call to Apply for High School Fellowship Congratulations to our upcoming 8th-grade graduates! We know this
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
“All of Us” Spring Appeal Campaign
It’s finally Spring! That means the start of festivities that signal the end of our Scholars’ high school journey is
Save The Date for LINK’s Annual Golf Outing!
On Thursday, July 20th, 2023, we are returning to the Twin Orchard Country Club for our 28th Annual Golf Outing.
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
Upcoming Events | April-June| Scholars & Parents
Saturday Academy April 15th, 2023 | 10 am – 12:30 pm We can’t wait to see you at our final
Maximizing Your Summer as a College Student: What to Do When You Can’t Land An Internship
Summer is a valuable time for college students to explore new opportunities, gain skills, and prepare for their future careers.
Ways That College Students Can Manage Mental Health
College can be very stressful. Not only are students dealing with the academic rigor of college but also social adjustments.
Alumni Highlight | Iman Williamson
Name: Iman WilliamsonHigh school you attended and graduating year: Saint Ignatius College Prep, 2017College attended: University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignCollege
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
In Case You Missed It | January | Scholars & Parents
Angel Tree Thank you to all Mentors, Scholars, and Parents who participated in our 3rd Annual Angel Tree Event. With
Updates & Changes | January | Scholars & Parents
Winter Scholar Support Meetings Scholars and Parents, we are excited to announce that ‘Case Managers’ titles have been changed to
LINK Senior Scholar Wins Posse Foundation Scholarship
Congratulations to Davion Nutall on winning the Posse Foundation Scholarship to Pomona College! Davion is a senior at Simeon Career
Meet LINK’s New President & CEO Dr. Toinette Gunn – Scholars & Parents
Join us for an evening with LINK’s New President & CEO, Dr. Toinette Gunn. This is an opportunity to hear
Upcoming Events | January | Scholars & Parents
Scholar Retreats Details below – SAVE THE DATE! Scholars and Parents, please save the following assigned date for your Class
Upcoming Events | January | Jr. LINK
LINK High School Preparation Workshop As our 8th graders move into the 3rd quarter and begin to wrap up their
Updates & Changes | January | Partners & Supporters
Welcoming LINK’s New Board Chair Ken Johnson The LINK Staff, Board of Directors, and community welcomes Kenneth Johnson as the
Fifth Third’s Investment in LINK
We are grateful for Fifth Third Chicagoland Foundation’s recently renewed grant support. With contributions dating back to 2009, Fifth Third