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Le 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s nationally recognized four-year Manresa program emphasizes career development and exploration of personal values through small group mentoring. Participants can expect a guaranteed internship placement and meaningful fellowship with their peers and members of the Le 51³Ô¹ÏÍø community. New groups start every semester.

“Manresa helped me discover what was best for me, both personally and professionally, while giving me a true sense of community.” – Nabina

The Keenan Center supports the lifecycle of dreams and ideas. Want to create a podcast? Launch a clothing line? Develop a patent? Participants get one-on-one mentorship with experienced business professionals, real-world experience and support from fellow entrepreneurs.

“The Keenan Center has helped me grow as a person and as an entrepreneur. The mentors I’ve met there have encouraged me to dream big and helped me turn those dreams into reality.” – Peyton

Have you ever dreamed of immersing yourself in another culture, experiencing the world through the eyes of a community so very different from your own? Are you excited to learn and live with others who also want to make a difference in the world, whether it’s across the street or across the globe? At Le 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, you can make these dreams a reality as you discover the cultures and places making up our global community with a vast array of options through our Study Abroad Program.

“I made friends, shared meaningful moments with people from different backgrounds, and matured in ways I never imagined. Most importantly, I realized there’s an even greater version of myself waiting to be discovered, and Paris was just the first step.” – Yaye

Internships are a great way to “test-drive” your career interests, helping you to explore the professional arena before you graduate. Internships also help you make invaluable connections and put the skills you learn in the classroom to work. By using a system that helps you reflect, explore, prepare and pursue opportunities, you will be amazed at the results.

“These real-life experiences taught me valuable lessons both personally and professionally. Learning from people who once stood where I was made the experience even more meaningful.” – Ella

Undergraduate faculty-mentored independent student research opportunities at Le 51³Ô¹ÏÍø foster strong research, writing, analytical and communication skills that will set you apart from your peers and prepare you to be a leader in your field of study. These projects will provide you with hands-on experience and practical career possibilities when the time comes to explore your next step after your success on the Heights.

“It was incredible to take the theories we’d learned in class and use them to build something real. Along the way, we strengthened the communication, collaboration, and creativity skills we’ll use for the rest of our lives.” – Alexis

This leading-edge program brings together like-minded individuals to help women accelerate their success in the professional world. Participants get a peer mentor, visibility to career options and the paths of successful women in STEM careers and access to employers.

“Stempower helped me see a future I never imagined for myself. I’m a better scientist, teammate, and person because of the community I’ve found through this program.”

At Le 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, the Dolphin Green & Gold Fund gives students the chance to do what most only read about: manage a real investment portfolio. This isn’t a simulation. It’s a $1.3 million, student-run fund where you’ll research companies, track market trends, and present your recommendations to a board of professional investors. Ranked as the 46th largest student-managed fund in the country, it’s a hands-on way to put classroom lessons into action and gain experience that sets you apart in the financial world.

“The Dolphin Green & Gold Fund transformed classroom learning into real-world experience, giving me the analytical and leadership skills to thrive in investment banking.” – John

ERIE21 facilitates tech-centered pathways that equip students with the skills and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing workforce. Through mentorship, coaching and employer access, ERIE21 helps students connect to a community of change agents.

“Le 51³Ô¹ÏÍø gave me a well-rounded education that strengthened both my technical and soft skills. Because of that, I’ve felt prepared for every opportunity that’s come my way.” – Juan

The Le 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) prepares you for professional license or STEM careers. Funded through the NYS Education Department, the program provides historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students services and support to prepare them for entry into CSTEP-targeted professions.

“CSTEP gave me the support and opportunities to grow, overcome challenges, and pursue a future in STEM with confidence.”