Current Students

Meet Yassmin Fashir, IU 21st Century Scholar sophomore studying international studies with a minor in French
DeAnthony Nelson

The best thing about being a 21st Century scholar is having this system of support behind you and having people here who want to help you succeed and graduate within four years.

DeAnthony Nelson

Student Advocacy

There may come a time when you experience difficulty with grades, financial aid, housing or other issues related to your college experience. The 21st Century Scholars office is ready to help. We serve as an advocate for 21st Century Scholars and a liaison between Scholars and other academic departments. If our office cannot find the answer or provide the assistance you need, we’ll connect you with someone who can.

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G.I.V.E. Back Program

IU Getting Involved through Volunteer Experience Program (G.I.V.E.) is a partnership with Residential Programs and Services that allows IU 21st Century Scholars to receive a discount of $500.00 off of on-campus housing by completing various community service activities and participating in events held by our office. IU G.I.V.E. Back creates an opportunity for its participants to network with other IU 21st Century Scholars and alumni at the annual Next Steps Conference, engage with other Scholars, the campus and the larger Bloomington community. To qualify, IU 21st Century Scholars must have remaining financial need and must live on-campus.  For more information please contact Derrick Robinson (robindel@iu.edu).  View a short presentation.

1 in 5 Indiana residents first year students at IUB are 21st Century Scholars

Students sit on stair steps holding conversation

Mentoring at IU Bloomington puts students on the right path to success. Through the Office of Mentoring Services and Leadership Development, the Faculty and Staff for Student Excellence (FASE) Mentoring Program pairs freshmen with upperclassmen peer mentors who help guide younger students —or protégés—through the critical first year of college. You also will be able to participate in FASE Mentoring events, including free etiquette dinners, bowling, and the homecoming pre-tailgate party.

FASE participants, too, can become leaders themselves in the program during their sophomore year, while sophomores, juniors, and seniors have opportunities to benefit from the advice and support of faculty mentors who help students develop their talents and prepare for success during college and beyond.

Become a mentor