Roses in Concrete
Roses in Concrete is a Leadership & Mentorship Program for Black, Latinx, Asian and Indigenous college and Waltham high School students and supporters. The program fosters educational, leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
Logo designed by Jonathan Joasil '22 (Brandeis) and Alexse LeGuerre '21 (Waltham High School)
Roses in Concrete empowers students to network and form connections with Black, Latinx, Asian and Indigenous professionals in the area, have access to a safe environment to seek advice on the systemic challenges they will experience on their path to career exploration, and discover professional development strategies to encourage self-advocacy in the classroom and beyond. The program will include workshops, retreats, online and in-person mentor and mentee meetings, and will create a space for dialogue, growth, and community.
Program Dates
| Date | Time | Participants |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 13, 2022 | 6-8 p.m. | Brandeis |
| Nov. 10, 2022 | 6-8 p.m. | Brandeis and High School |
| Jan. 19, 2023 | 6-8 p.m. | High School |
| Feb. 9, 2023 | 6-8 p.m. | Brandeis and High School |
| March 9, 2023 | 6-8 p.m. | High School |
| March 30, 2023 | 6-8 p.m. | Brandeis |
| April 20, 2023 | 6-8 p.m. | Closing Ceremony |
Applications
Applications for Brandeis students have closed for 2022 cohort.
Applications for Waltham High School students have closed for the 2022 cohort.
Program Expectations
- Brandeis participants are expected to attend all workshops and meet with their mentees at least twice a month. All participants (undergraduate students) will receive $100 each semester.
- Waltham High School participants are expected to attend all workshops and meet at least twice a month with their mentor. All participants will receive $100.
*Special thanks to our funding partners: Louis D. Brandeis Legacy Fund for Social Justice, Waltham Black Future Fund and Waltham Partnership for Youth.