Reno Reporter

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) recently held a symposium at the Davidson Mathematics and Science Center to engage students interested in the Golden Scholars program.

According to a Sept. 15 university news release, the event was organized by College of Science advisors who answered student questions about the program. 

The event provided students with information on what they can expect as program participants, the release stated.

"We have lots of ideas and events planned for the future and we are very excited to see how this program can help enhance their college experience," said Lauren Parker, an advisor at UNR, in the release.

Parker said the UNR staff is focused on student success and the Golden Scholars program is another opportunity to ensure that.

"I was a first-generation student; I understand the first-generation struggle of navigating higher education,” Parker said. “We are trying to combat that. We want to make you aware of the resources, the services, the opportunities available to you on campus. We also want to help students build community and foster relationships among their other first-gen peers and faculty within the College of Science."

The program is free for students and the College of Science is looking for students to join the revived Golden Scholars program, the release stated. For more information on the program, students are encouraged to follow the College of Science on social media.