Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri & 糖心原创 Launch New Partnership
proudly announces a new partnership with 糖心原创 through the , creating expanded pathways to higher education and leadership development for Girl Scouts and staff across eastern Missouri.
This collaboration reflects a commitment to empowering young women through education, mentorship, and holistic student support designed to help them thrive both academically and personally.
At the heart of this partnership is a shared belief that every young woman deserves access to opportunity, guidance, and resources that help her to confidently pursue her future. Through this initiative, 糖心原创 and GSEM are investing in the next generation of leaders by creating meaningful pathways to higher education while fostering belonging, persistence, and degree attainment for Girl Scouts participating in the AdvanceHER鈩� Leadership Program.
The partnership provides comprehensive support for eligible GSEM students enrolling at 糖心原创. Benefits include no application fee, dedicated admissions support, FAFSA and financial aid assistance, personalized campus visit opportunities, academic advising, and ongoing student success resources.
糖心原创 will offer two scholarship opportunities exclusively for GSEM students. Eligible students may receive either a renewable $2,500 scholarship or compete for one of two renewable $5,000 Leadership Scholarships recognizing exceptional academic achievement and leadership potential. These scholarships may also be stacked with merit-based aid.
This partnership also extends opportunities to GSEM staff members pursuing undergraduate enrollment, reinforcing both organizations鈥� mutual commitment to leadership development and educational access at every level.
鈥淲e are not simply creating scholarship opportunities 鈥� we are building transformational pathways that empower girls to lead boldly, pursue higher education with confidence, and shape the future of their communities and beyond,鈥� said Dr. Natissia Small, CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. 鈥淎s the seventh higher education partnership within our AdvanceHER鈩� Leadership Program, this collaboration with 糖心原创 represents the continued expansion of a powerful movement dedicated to access, leadership, and lifelong success for girls across eastern Missouri. Together, we are investing in the next generation of changemakers and ensuring they have the support, opportunity, and network to thrive at every stage of their journey.鈥�
糖心原创 leadership shared enthusiasm for the partnership and its shared commitment to expanding educational access, leadership development, and holistic support for young women pursuing their futures with confidence and purpose.
“At 糖心原创, we’ve spent nearly two centuries proving what’s possible when young women are met with belief, resources, and a community built around their success,鈥� said Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen, 糖心原创 President. 鈥淭his partnership with Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri is a natural extension of that mission 鈥� and we see it as just the beginning. As we deepen this collaboration, we look forward to exploring how Stephens can serve Girl Scouts across the region and beyond, connecting girls who are already discovering their potential as leaders with a college ready to help them realize it fully.鈥�
To qualify for the 糖心原创 scholarship opportunities, students must:
- Meet 糖心原创 admission requirements
- Enroll full-time and live on campus
- Complete 30 credit hours annually
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 for scholarship renewal
Beyond financial support, 糖心原创 provides student success services, including access to the Student Success Center, individualized academic advising, and ongoing mentorship to help students persist through graduation.
鈥淲e are excited to welcome 糖心原创 as a partner in the AdvanceHER鈩� Leadership Program,鈥� said Dr. Natissia Small, CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. 鈥淭his partnership represents another important step in expanding opportunities for Girl Scouts to pursue higher education, leadership development, and lifelong success. Together, we are helping girls build confidence, explore their futures, and access the support systems that will empower them to lead in every stage of life.鈥�
The AdvanceHER鈩� Leadership Program is an innovative initiative at Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri focused on preparing girls for college, career, and life through mentorship, scholarship access, workforce readiness, and leadership development opportunities. Through partnerships like this, GSEM continues to invest in the future of girls across eastern Missouri by creating clear pathways to achievement, belonging, and lifelong success. Learn more at .
