The 2nd Annual Brotherhood Summit, a pivotal event in mentorship and personal development, was held at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) on February 17, 2024. Bringing together 100+ participants, this summit fostered fellowship among UIW Cardinals, San Antonio community members, and various organizations, including the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability, University Mission and Ministry (UMM), the Army Chaplain Corps, Sidney Lanier High School, Lanier Men of Honor, American Indians of Texas and Spanish Colonial Missions (AITSCM), UIW Athletics, and the True Education and Outreach Foundation. Aimed at reinforcing mentorship, promoting continuing and higher-education, and building sustainable community support, the summit marked a significant step towards nurturing male mentorship and development. Participants engaged in meaningful discussions, interactive games, and breakout sessions addressing emotional articulation and effective mentorship. The True Education and Outreach Foundation's 360 Picture Booth experience inspired attendees towards academic achievements, symbolizing the summit's commitment ot continuing education. The event wrapped up with a communal gathering at a UIW women's basketball game, highlighting the strong sense of community and fellowship. Website: www.teo242.com

LEADERS NEED EACH OTHER | They say only a former president knows the journey and experience of another president. The responsibility, decisions, emotional toll, criticism, growth, etc. can truly be understood when you’ve walked in the shoes of another. Through empathy, mentorship and leadership development can be much more effective sustained. Sometimes we need those individuals to help us understand what we don’t know, but guide us to be resilient, confident, and capable. Last month student-leaders gathered from across UIW for to learn and grow with another in order to better serve their respective organizations and communities. The more they conversed, the more they listened, the more they realized they aren’t alone in their journeys to make a difference. Many students realized they shared similar challenges: recruitment, public speaking, “doing it all by themselves”, etc., but in the same moment, they realized they also shared common solutions. I’m glad I was able to share this moment of development with them, as I hoped to pay forward an experience I wish I had while as an undergraduate. Thankfully, we can and will do it again, so there is more yet to come! TEO242.com #uiw #leadershipdevelopment #studentengagement #empowerment

I want to thank the UIW First-Gen Committee for allowing me to share my story during last week’s National First-Gen Celebration! 15 years later and more people continue to know about that 0.33 GPA! 😂 UIW has an amazing Cardinal Family that truly cares and is paying forward positive experiences to students, faculty, and staff that are blazing trails for many around. Imposter Syndrome will not survive there! Representation and authenticity matters! Visit teo242.com for more! #uiw #firstgen #education #trio #college #university #education #upwardbound

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Getting back into a rhythm can be just as confusing, frustrating, vulnerable and uncomfortable as trying to get into it the first time! Listen to Tamiris’ experience on making her way back to the path that led her to become the resiliently strong woman she is today! * Have you ever felt you lost a sense of who you were/are? How much time do you spend looking back at that person vs recognizing where you are today? Are you: working towards getting that person back, embracing who you are now or deciding to make a bold change today for a more authentic future? Share your thoughts and encouragement by commenting below, tag a friend, and share this video! * For more information on how to find your 242, visit the link in the bio, and feel free to message us directly! * Filmed and Directed by: AJ Kelly Productions http://ajkellyproductions.com/index.html IG @ajkellyproductions FB: AJ Kelly Productions

How do you overcome being your own biggest enemy * Can you empathize with De'sean's experience? Comment below, share your thoughts and encouragement, tag a friend, and share this video! * For more information on how to find your 242, visit www.teo242.com and feel free to message us directly! * Filmed and Directed by: AJ Kelly Productions http://ajkellyproductions.com/index.html IG @ajkellyproductions FB: AJ Kelly Productions

Your voice can impact and change the world...if you’re willing to put in the work. * How important was mentorship in your life? Comment below, share your thoughts and encouragement, tag a friend, and share this video! * Interested in joining the Lemonade Circle? For more information on how you can get involved, please visit: FB The Lemonade Circle Email: lemonadecircle@gmail.com https://lemonadecircle.wixsite.com/website * For more information on how to find your 242, visit the link in the bio, and feel free to message us directly! * Filmed and Directed by: AJ Kelly Productions http://ajkellyproductions.com/index.html IG @ajkellyproductions FB: AJ Kelly Productions

Regardless of the amount of adversity placed before him, Gerardo will get back up and try again. Trust me. Admirably, the source of that strength is gathered from his calling to serve his sole purpose: you. Listen. Seriously, listen. * How have you bounced back from adversity time after time again? What gives you the strength to get back up each time? Share your thoughts and encouragement by commenting below, tag a friend, and share this video! * For more information on how to find your 242, visit the link in the bio, and feel free to message us directly! * Filmed and Directed by: AJ Kelly Productions http://ajkellyproductions.com/index.html IG @ajkellyproductions FB: AJ Kelly Productions