Green Halo Voices Blog
How our scholars are creating a future beyond limits.
Then & Now: Meet Green Halo Board Members Mike Murphy and Mary O’Malley
What do a ski-loving finance pro and a baseball historian with a pittie named Ruby Bader Ginsburg have in common? They both believe deeply in the power of education, and they’re using their time and talents to help first-generation students thrive through Green Halo...
You Bring Yourself With You: Lessons from a First-Year Scholar
This is part two of Meida’s story, following up on our first post from October where we introduced her transition from Downers Grove to Boston University. When Meida began her college career, she was already admitted to Boston University, but she chose to get a head...
Scholar Spotlight: Annmaria — Combining Compassion with Creativity
Meet Annmaria, a sophomore at Elmhurst University in Illinois, where she’s pursuing a major in nursing and a minor in psychology. As a first-generation college student, Annmaria is driven by a strong desire to be a support system for her community, particularly in...
Mentor Spotlight: Supporting Dreams and Building Confidence – Jen’s Story
At Green Halo Scholars, mentorship is at the heart of everything we do, bridging the gap between dreams and reality for first-generation and low-income students. This month, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on Jen, an incredible mentor who has been making a...
Meet April: A Dedicated Mentor for Green Halo Scholars
April has been a mentor for Green Halo Scholars for nearly three years, and her dedication and passion have made a significant impact on the lives of our scholars.
Celebrating a Year of Growth and Achievement: Green Halo Scholars’ 2024 Annual Report
Friends of Green Halo,
2024 was a year of growth, resilience, and opportunity for Green Halo Scholars—and I’m excited to share our impact with you in our Annual Report!
Aaric Hager: Embracing Education and Exploration Abroad
This month, we are excited to feature a guest post written by one of our talented college scholars, Aaric Hager. Aaric shares their unique experiences and adventures as a sophomore at Butler University, currently studying abroad in Uppsala, Sweden. Hello! My...
Kiala’s Story: Medicine, Mentorship, and Making a Difference
Kiala’s story begins in Chicago, Illinois, but her formative years were spent in Willowbrook, a nearby suburb. As a first-generation student, Kiala is on the path to becoming the first doctor in her family. Her passion for science and helping others has driven her to pursue a career in medicine, overcoming numerous challenges along the way.
Meet Arianna: A Green Halo Scholar on the Fast Track to Pharmacy
Hello, Green Halo community! Today, we are excited to introduce you to Arianna, a dedicated and passionate Green Halo Scholar from Darien, Illinois. Arianna is a 19-year-old sophomore at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she is on an accelerated path to...
