LOAR PLLC has recently announced that starting from the 2024 academic year, any student studying at a university in Texas will be eligible for their scholarship. Are you aware of any high school or college female students who are passionate about making a difference in the world? If so, they may be eligible for the SOAR Texas Scholarship, which awards $100,000 every year to 20 outstanding female students who are the future leaders of their schools, communities, and businesses. The SOAR program aims to support women who are the first in their family to pursue higher education or have overcome significant challenges. The application for the 2024 SOAR Scholars is now open and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline. The winners will be informed by April 15 and celebrated at LOAR Texas Summer Celebration on June 8, 2024.
The scholarship’s recipients will have access to continuing education, professional development, and mentorship throughout their college or graduate school experience. As new scholars are selected each year, previous ones will be invited to continue participating in SOAR activities. Ongoing participants will be able to pay it forward by taking on mentorship roles, and all will benefit from the strong relationships these circles will build.
SOAR Scholar, Marie Valles, University of Texas, shared, “As a SOAR scholar, I can confidently say that the SOAR program has allowed me to grow my network and support system in ways I never thought to be possible. Being a part of such an amazing organization and group of women has removed an incredible amount of fear that I hold as a First-Generation Latina student wanting to attend law school. My growth during that year is a direct result of having the support of SOAR and the individuals involved such as Amber.”
“The SOAR scholarship funds I received are invaluable contributions to my ability to participate fully in the law school experience, including exploring various internships, volunteering in the pro bono clinics, and participating in student organizations,” said SOAR Scholar Arielle Allen, University of Texas Law School.
SOAR Scholar, Lisa Lozano, Texas A&M PhD candidate, added, “As a doctoral student at Texas A&M University, I’m so grateful to be a SOAR scholar. The award has granted me financial stability, and in turn, allowed me to focus more on studying and building my therapeutic skills at the TAMU psychology training clinic! Amber and the team check in with us throughout the semester, and it’s evident that they genuinely care about our well-being. Being a first-generation student, it’s really nice to have their holistic support and know they’re a resource I can rely on for professional development or just to talk about my experience navigating graduate school.”
