Events Spotlight
The Opportunity Scholars program hosts speaker events, gratitude luncheons, workshops, and service projects throughout the year. Students hear from business leaders, build their networks, and give back to the community. Each semester culminates with a Luau celebration for graduates.
Graduation Celebration
Dec. 9, 2025
Congratulations to our Fall 2025 graduates!
Gratitude Luncheon
Nov. 14, 2025
Eccles School alumni encourage students at Opportunity Scholars Gratitude Luncheon to develop perspective and build relationships
Leadership Retreat
Oct. 10, 2025
Opportunity Scholars build connection and confidence at annual Leadership Retreat.
Orientation and Service Project
Aug. 13 and 16, 2025
Opportunity Scholars launched the new year with two community-building events.
Hockey Night
March 6, 2025
West Valley City (WVC) generously provided 200 tickets to a Utah Grizzlies hockey game for Opportunity Scholars.
Scholarship and FAFSA Info Session
Feb. 7, 2025
We recently hosted a great Scholarship and FAFSA Info Session for first-generation students looking to navigate financial aid options and get the most out of their educational funding.
Fall 2024 Luau Celebration
Dec. 20, 2024
The Opportunity Scholars wrapped up the semester in style with their traditional luau celebration!
Leadership Retreat
Nov. 19, 2024
The Opportunity Scholars program recently hosted its annual leadership retreat at Zions Ponderosa.
Mentoring Program
Sept. 24, 2024
Many first-generation and low-income students don’t have a built-in mechanism for making the connections that are vital to their future careers.
Gratitude Luncheon
Nov. 15, 2024
The Opportunity Scholars’ Gratitude Luncheon brought together students, donors, and mentors to celebrate perseverance and share thanks. Keynote speaker Ifo Pili inspired attendees with a heartfelt message about leading with love and purpose in both career and community.
Opportunity Scholars Luau
April 26, 2024
Opportunity Scholars celebrated its largest graduating classes, with 67 scholars, at their annual Spring Semester Luau.
Spring Speaker Event
April 12, 2024
Guest Speaker: Diane Acevedo
Opportunity Scholars heard from guest speaker Diane Acevedo, SVP of Operations & CX, Gabb Wireless. She shared career insights and her first-generation college experience.
Gratitude Luncheon
Nov. 17, 2023
Guest Speaker: Derek Parra
Opportunity Scholars heard from guest speaker and Olympic medalist Derek Parra at their annual Gratitude Luncheon. Parra discussed his journey as the first US Hispanic male to win a medal or gold medal at the Winter Olympics, sharing his five-step recipe for success.
