Students, families, and mentors gathered to celebrate a new year over some mouth-watering food from Miss Essie’s BBQ. “This event,” says Program Director Victoria Cabal, “is a reminder that our students’ families are an integral part of our community and their students’ university experience.” Representatives from Goldman Sachs were also in attendance, allowing students the opportunity to network.
The First Ascent Scholars Program cultivates, encourages and enables academically focused students with significant financial need to attend the Eccles School and connect with the University of Utah, local, and global community while reaching their full academic potential. For more information, visit Eccles.Link/first-ascent.