Apr 16, 2025 | Meet Alray Grads, Scholar Updates
When Carolin reflects on her journey to earning a bachelor’s degree, she describes a path filled with uncertainty, perseverance, and ultimately, success. Having moved to the U.S. at the age of one, Carolin defied the odds to become a college graduate and a lead...
Apr 16, 2025 | Meet Alray Grads, Scholar Updates
For Degrace, the Alray Scholars Program was a “lifesaver.” They were available to answer her questions about loans, finances, and other obstacles, a new experience for the shy Degrace. When she graduated from high school, “there was no talk, really, of finances or...
Apr 16, 2025 | Meet Alray Grads, Scholar Updates
Before starting her second try at college, Priscila felt discouraged. She always thought she’d have a “normal” college experience, but, with a change in major, she felt lost. After a high-achieving four years in high school, Priscila enrolled in Northeastern where she...
Mar 10, 2025 | Meet Alray Grads, Scholar Updates
Tanisha’s journey began when she took on one of her first managerial roles in payroll—a step that would eventually lead her to pursue higher education. Before joining Alray, Tanisha faced a number of obstacles. Time and financial stress were constant companions, but...
Oct 23, 2024 | Meet Alray Grads, Mentors, Scholar Updates
Through the Alray Scholars Program, Oscar, who is the big brother in his own family, finally received the opportunity to be a “little brother.” In 2018, Oscar was accepted into Alray and was matched with Alray graduate, Jamel, for mentorship. Oscar was able to learn...
Aug 30, 2024 | Meet Alray Grads, Scholar Updates
Stephanie recently graduated from Boston University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She is currently working at a healthcare company. Stephanie attended one of Alray’s new scholar and volunteer orientation and gave some advice to new...
