On Wednesday, January 11, we came together for the relaunch of the Street Scholars Program, and suffice it to say it was an absolute success. Street Scholars is a program that focuses on peer mentoring and support services to promote the academic success of formerly incarcerated students. That evening the community presence was in full swing, as prospective students, those currently enrolled, and alumni learned the history of this tremendous program.

We also were able to honor the memory of Dr. Bill Love and Professor Ronald Moss— not only with reflections from Professor Melvin Newton, but with recollections shared by the current Peer Mentor team. We were also honored by the presence of Mrs. Cynthia Moss, who cut the ceremonial ribbon to officially reopen the site that changed so many lives. And with that we present to you the newly renamed Love-Moss Center for Re-Entry and Empowerment! We have no doubt that the new home for our Street Scholars will be instrumental in helping to change student lives for many years to come!

This article was included in the Merritt College January 25, 2023 President's Report. To view the full report, click here.