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The Union College Bonner Program exists to provide high quality services to its community through developing well-trained, committed volunteer leaders. In higher education, it is a model for developing extraordinary leaders through community-based learning experiences. In the Appalachian region, it is a resource for others with an interest in student-led community activism. In the local community, it is a supportive partner in the mission to alleviate adversity and to enhance and promote economic development through education and service.
The Bonner Program is based on the premise that young people care about others and, given the opportunity, will become active and involved in the local community. It is also based on the understanding that college students have a unique and important contribution to make to society.
In conjunction with the Corella and Bertram F. Bonner Foundation of Princeton, New Jersey, Union College has established the Bonner Program to provide students who have demonstrated outstanding community service with the support to go to college and continue to be involved with the community through service. For those awarded the Bonner Scholarship, this support includes financial aid. For Bonner Leaders, it means all of the experience, leadership, and training, but no scholarship. Both Scholars and Leaders should also consider enrollment in AmeriCorps if that program's funding is available.
A limited number of Bonners are selected each year based upon their scholarship, leadership, and service activities. Applicants must be admitted to Union College as full-time students.