Women Inspiring Scholarship through Empowerment

WISE Program

WISE is a transformative mentorship program where women of color are encouraged to unlock their true potential and thrive personally, academically and professionally!

Join WISE and embark on a journey of discovery and growth!

Program Structure

Monthly Program Meetings

Every month, WISE scholars will engage in a variety of topics that resonate with the experiences of women of color, including: goal setting, networking, experiencing microaggressions, and resisting imposter syndrome.

Next Level Networking

WISE scholars will meet with mentors during programs meeting and engage with campus and community mentors during monthly Next Level Networking sessions. During these sessions, WISE scholars are encouraged to learn about mentors’ academic and career trajectories and engage in dialogue surrounding overcoming barriers to achieve goals.

Mentors

2024-2025

Andrea Lake, Financial Aid – Advisor
- Andrea Lake is a seasoned higher education professional with over a decade of experience. I specialize in providing financial literacy, mentorship, counseling, and fostering community engagement. Passionate about building people and connecting diverse individuals, I serve as a bridge for underrepresented populations with a student-centric focus. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, spending time with family, and sharing a good laugh.
Denise Pringle, Financial Aid - Technical Coordinator
- Denise Pringle is a highly experienced Financial Aid Technical Coordinator with over 10 years of expertise in the field. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Operations Management and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan Flint. Denise’s commitment to financial aid was sparked by her own challenges navigating the process during her college years, fueling her passion for simplifying this journey for students. In addition to her professional responsibilities, Denise is actively involved in her church and is a dedicated mother to her sixteen-year-old son. She is passionate about community service and is always energized by opportunities to assist others.

Join Today!

To become a WISE scholar, you can complete the Student Interest Form and/or visit the Cesar Chavez Multicultural Center to meet with the WISE program coordinator.