UNC Charlotte Levine Scholars brochure

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›› WHO WE ARE The Levine Scholars Program enrolls 20 students annually and provides them with the tools, resources, and community they need to prepare for lives of visionary leadership and positive social impact.

AMBITIOUS CREATIVE CURIOUS DARING DRIVEN ECLECTIC INNOVATIVE LIMITLESS SERVICE-ORIENTED SUPPORTIVE “The Levine Scholars Program has encouraged me to pursue all of my interests and not define myself within one area. With the help of the many resources and encouragement the Levine Program provides, I have worked at an archeological dig site in Jerusalem, learned German in Germany, and helped pass legislation at City Hall all while advancing my degree in Computer Engineering”.

- Erich Choudhury ‘21

›› WHO WE SEEK While there is no “typical” Levine Scholar, a desire to make a difference is a unifying characteristic. Our scholars are engaged in the world around them and eager to leverage their talents and interests into tangible results. We seek smart, motivated, community-focused leaders who will utilize every available resource and opportunity to reach their full potential and enrich every community they touch. COULD THAT BE YOU?

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›› WHAT WE DO Civic engagement is at the core of the Levine Scholars Program. Through a strong commitment to ongoing volunteerism, internships with local nonprofits, grant projects with community partners, and customized curricula, Levine Scholars graduate fully prepared as curious intellects, thoughtful leaders, and compassionate humanitarians.

This past academic year, Levine Scholars provided more than 800 hours of community service a month within the Greater Charlotte Region.

Did you know that Levine Scholars have studied on 6 continents and in 60 countries?

›› HOW WE DO IT Each summer, Levine Scholars embark on life-changing adventures that allow them to examine their identities, redefine their communities, and explore their personal and professional interests. Summers are tailored to match each individual Scholar and are generally themed as follows:

SUMMER 1: PRE-COLLEGE OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAM SUMMER 2: NONPROFIT INTERNSHIP IN CHARLOTTE SUMMER 3: PRE-PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP SUMMER 4: INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

››RESOURCES

Levine alumni have enrolled in graduate, professional and medical school at Columbia, Duke, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Oxford, Princeton, Stanford, UNC Chapel Hill, University of Pennsylvania and many more.

The four-year scholarship includes full tuition, room, board, books, mandatory fees, an $8,000 service grant and funding for four summer experiences. Beyond the financial award, Scholars also benefit from:

• Professional networking

• Personalized mentorship

• Professional development funding

• Priority course registration

• Spring break and May service trips

• Social, cultural and athletic events

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NOMINATION: Before you can apply, you must be nominated by your high school counselor. There is no limit to the number of students each high school can nominate. If you are homeschooled, you can be nominated by a professor or teacher as long as they are not related to you. The nomination portal opens on August 15.

APPLY TO UNC CHARLOTTE: Students must submit a freshman admissions application (which includes a $75 application fee or waiver, official transcript, and SAT/ ACT scores) by the first deadline. Visit admissions. uncc.edu to learn more.

APPLY TO THE LEVINE: Once nominated, you will gain access to the Levine supplemental application. The first section should be submitted immediately and the remaining section (which includes three essays, at least two letters of recommendation, and an activities list).

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levinescholars.uncc.edu/apply/important-dates for application deadlines

Levine Scholars have interned with Apple, Bosch, British Parliament, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Deloitte, Department of Justice, Ernst & Young, Environmental Protection Agency, Google, Honda, Johnson & Johnson, Martha Stewart Living, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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#meetCHIAMAKA Name: Chiamaka Okonkwo ‘21 Hometown: Gastonia, North Carolina Majors: Biology, Spanish; Minor in Public Health Activities: Co-President of Health Care Justice at UNC Charlotte, Undergraduate Researcher with Academy for Population Health Innovation, Volunteer at Camino Community Clinic, Program Planner with Atrium Health GI Cooking Class Initiative Nonprofit Internship: Mecklenburg County Health Department Pre-professional internships: Undergraduate Researcher – Lurie Cancer Center of Northwestern University Civic Engagement Grant Project: Mecklenburg County HIV/STD Education Program Study Abroad: San Jose, Costa Rica Fun Fact: I love watching NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, they always get me in a good mood.

INNOVATOR ADVOCATE MENTOR

#meetSCOTT Name: Scott Christensen ‘21 Hometown: Ellenton, Florida Majors: Political Science & Finance Activities: Political Science & Business Honors Programs, Volunteer at Charlotte Community Health Clinic, Charlotte Dance Marathon, Ultimate Frisbee Nonprofit Internship: Common Wealth Charlotte Pre-professional internships: Operations Intern at Soap Cycling, Product Development Intern at Coolvio, Financial Analyst Intern at Bank of America Civic Engagement Grant Project: Annual campus-wide community service day and soap recycling in Charlotte Study Abroad: Stellenbosch, South Africa; Hong Kong, China; London, United Kingdom Fun Fact: Since joining the Levine Scholars Program, I have traveled to 15 countries.

TRAVELER LEADER PUNSTER

#meetMEGAN Name: Megan Bird ‘21 Hometown: Charlottesville, VA Majors: Political science and Spanish with a minor in statistics Activities: Niner Times, Health Care Justice UNCC, Political Science Honors Program, Research Nonprofit Internship: Council for Children’s Rights Pre-professional internships: Research assistant at Brown University Political Science Department, intern for the Latin American News Digest, legal intern at Gilles Law, PLLC Civic Engagement Grant Project: Partnership with Transitioning Youth Movement (TYM) to teach at-risk youth life skills workshops and celebrate their progress Study Abroad: Granada, Spain Fun Fact: As news editor for the Niner Times, I have interviewed presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke, Chief of Police Jeffrey Baker, Chancellor Dubois, and many others!

JOURNALIST RESEARCHER CELLIST

#meetCARLOS Name: Carlos M. Chavez Ramirez ‘21 Hometown: Asheboro, NC Major: Mechanical Engineering B.S. Minor: Economics Activities: Latinx Honors Society President, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Academic Development Chair, Leadership Academy Alum, SGA Senator, Photographer, Flag football and weightlifting enthusiast Nonprofit Internship: Habitat for Humanity at Charlotte Pre-professional internships: Robert Bosch LLC (co-op rotation), Rockwell Automation (Internship) Study Abroad: Mt. Zion Archaeological Dig, Jerusalem Fun Fact: While traveling in Spain, I was able to somehow get last minute front row tickets to an Ozuna concert with guest appearances by Becky G and Darrell. It was by far my favorite concert to date.

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