1301 S. State Street
IRC 131
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2737
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(231) 591-2470
The Promesa Scholars Program is a Hispanic/Latino Focused leadership and retention program developed to assist students in navigating success throughout their education at Ferris State University.
The Promesa Scholars Program (PSP) was created to support the academic advancement and retention of incoming Promesa Summer Success students at Ferris. In 2017, the program was redeveloped and scaled to provide access to resources and opportunities, empowering more students to achieve college completion and career readiness.
The Promesa Scholars Program is open to any current student, with preference given to those students who have successfully completed the Promesa Summer Success program. PSP provides academic preparation, leadership and cultural identity development, and limited scholarship opportunities.
The Pillars of our Promesa Scholars
Leadership We commit to developing our leadership capabilities and empower ourselves to share our voice. We want to see Hispanic/Latino leadership throughout our campus. |
Community We value collectiveness. Through Peer mentorship, we create a sense of belonging and act as each others support system. we know that we are part of something bigger by underscoring our core message: I belong here, I am a resource, and I am a legacy. |
Cultural Identity We view cultural difference as a strength. We commit to developing our self-awareness, cultural intelligence and value diversity. Having a strong sense of self helps us adapt to new and changing environments. |
Academic Success Academics are central to the program. We commit to developing and practicing skills in self-advocacy, research development, and personal accountability. We also commit to celebrating each others wins. |