About

Mission Statement

The mission of the Henderson Scholars Program is to provide access to higher education, educate a diverse group of scholars, and create opportunities for life-long service and learning.

Educational Priority

The Henderson Scholars Program will cultivate a community of scholars who are committed to empowering their communities through service and engagement.

Learning Goals

Self-Awareness

Develop an awareness of their personal identity by reflecting on the ideas and beliefs that form their values.
Articulate who they are and who they aspire to be.
Develop personal habits that contribute to scholars’ well-being.
Utilize communication methods that consider others and respects differences.
Establish and maintain a sense of belonging within the Henderson Scholars Program.

Scholar Development

Develop a commitment to serve others.
Scholars will be able to identify at least 3 campus resources to support academic success.
Ability to articulate multiple leadership strategies for civic/social change.
Formulate plans to achieve career aspirations.
Awareness of methods for engaging with a community or social issues.

Community Care

Develop an understanding of bias, privilege, and systems of oppression
Advocate for the decolonization of systems and societal norms.
Awareness of personal agency and the ability to speak truth to power.
Connect to one or more service organizations that they are passionate about.
Participate in civic engagement on campus and locally.

A group of Henderson Scholar students volunteer at a food bank