Contact Information
John Lewis Institute
115
Beth Frankel Merenstein
Associate Vice President
Center for Community Engagement and Social Research
Lawrence J. Davidson Hall
115
Juan David Coronado
Associate Professor
History
Latin American, Latino, & Caribbean Center Executive Board
Coordinator
Latino & Puerto Rican Studies Minor
Ebenezer D. Bassett Hall
216-05
Candice Wallace
Assistant Professor
Psychological Science
African American Studies
Marcus White Hall
214

John Lewis Institute Scholar Program

About the JLI Scholar Program

About the JLI Scholar Program: The John Lewis Institute (JLI) Scholar Program at ÃÛèÖÊÓÆµ (Central) seeks to honor the legacy of Representative John Lewis by cultivating leaders for public service. Integrating rigorous academic learning, hands-on community engagement, and leadership development, the Scholar programs seeks to prepare students to become advocates for pressing social issues in their communities and beyond. 

Starting in Fall 2025, the JLI Scholar Program will transition to a streamlined 1-year program with an optional second year as a JLI Scholar Expert.

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Students on stairs in front of building
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Students on tour with guide
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Student sitting in front of wall with quote under structure
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Edmund Pettus Bridge
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Students under sign that reads "John Lewis - Good Trouble"
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Building with sign that reads "16th Baptist Church"

How to Apply

Applications for the JLI Scholar Program are open to all Central students who are passionate about social justice and committed to making a difference in their communities. The program is designed to be accessible and inclusive, with a focus on reducing barriers to participation.

Application Deadline: August 1, 2025

  • Full-time or part-time enrollment ÃÛèÖÊÓÆµ in good academic standing.
  • Interest in social justice, equity, and inclusion.
  • Commitment to participating in all program components, including coursework, community projects, and campus events.

  1. Complete the application form.
  2. Send to jdcoronado@ccsu.edu or candace.wallace@ccsu.edu with the subject line “JLI Scholar Applicationâ€

Contact Us

For more information about the JLI Scholar Program, please contact: 
jdcoronado@ccsu.edu or candice.wallace@ccsu.edu

Advisory Board Members

Candace Barriteau
Candace Barriteau
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board
Juan David Coronado
Juan Coronado
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board
William Dyson
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board
Beth Frankel Merenstein
Beth Frankel Merenstein
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board
F. Kamilah Hastings
F. Kamilah Hastings
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board
Audra King
Audra King
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board
Inez Vera
Inez Vera
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board
Candice Wallace
Candice Wallace
John Lewis Institute Advisory Board