Mary Gates Endowment For Students
Krisanta Bolante
Mary Gates Leadership Scholar, Autumn 2023
Leadership Project: UBC VP of Service – Bridging Students and Service
Project Description: My leadership project surrounded my term as the Undergraduate Business Council (UBC) VP of Service. I lead quarterly initiatives such as a Fight Against Period Poverty Drive, weekly service events for Service Month, and a cross-departmental Service Day initiative with the Paul G. Allen Computer Science School. Organizations that we have collaborated with to reach the community include TreehouseforKids, UW Food Pantry, Macrina Bakery, T2P2, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Elizabeth Gregory Home, Color Me Smile, and more.
What have you learned throughout your project?
I have learned how to navigate through the challenges of partnerships, but have understood the rewarding experience of working with so many passionate individuals to work on initiatives to help those in need and spread positivity amongst the community.
What advice do you have for future applicants?
Be authentic throughout the whole process of the application and remember how your work will make a greater impact on the community.