Lasallian Scholar Scholarship Program

Lasallian Mission & Ministry Scholars Program Scholarship

The Lasallian Mission & Ministry Scholars ("Lasallian Scholars") are part of the two-year Lasallian Educator Fellows Program. The Lasallian Scholars are graduate students enrolled at Saint Mary’s College, live on campus, and are also part-time staff members in the Mission and Ministry Center. They work with other MMC staff members to plan and implement MMC events and programs, and are an integral part of the team which consists of 7-8 staff members and 20 student leaders.

As part of the Lasallian Educator Fellows Program, the Lasallian Scholars participate in a (approximately) two-year cohort program designed for Saint Mary’s College students and graduates of other schools who are exploring a vocation in education at Lasallian and/or Catholic school systems. While pursuing their degree, Fellows participate in a cohort fashion in professional development and formation activities to learn about and engage with Lasallian history, pedagogy, and spirituality. What does it mean to be a Lasallian educator in today's world? How do educators animate Lasallian core principles in their work with students and colleagues? Through reading, reflection and partnership with De La Salle Christian Brothers and other Lasallian educators, Fellows are invited to reflect on and advance their own priorities as educators.

At any given time, there are two Lasallian Scholars: one who is in their first year of the two year
commitment, and one who is in their second year. So - only one Lasallian Scholar is selected each year.

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Specific Responsibilities of Lasallian Scholars

Lasallian Scholars will work directly with MMC staff and student leaders in one or more of the MMC’s programmatic areas. Those include: Faith Formation, Liturgy, Liturgical Music, RCIA, Interfaith & Religious Diversity, Lasallian Education, Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebrations, Justice Education, GaelPantry, and/or Retreats The area/s they work in will be explored during a follow up interview, and will be based on the Scholar’s interests, strengths, as well as the MMC’s need.

In addition, Lasallian Scholars must:

• Be available for meetings and trainings related to their role throughout the year such as:
  • Weekly MMC staff meetings
  • Monthly all staff & student leader meetings (One Friday per month, during Community Time)
  • Regular 1-1 meetings with staff supervisor
  • August training with MMC student leaders
• Be actively present at “all hands on deck” MMC events such as:
  • Major events: Mass of the Holy Spirit, Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration, Ash Wednesday, Commencement Mass Lasallian Heritage Days (April)
• Maintain good academic standing in their Graduate Program

Requirements

The Lasallian Scholar position is approximately a 10-11 month commitment for each of the 2 years (aligning with the academic calendar of the Leadership program) and Lasallian Scholars can expect to work 10-15 per hours per week in the MMC starting the first or second week of August. This position is paid hourly.

Benefits

Lasallian Scholars will receive:

• 50% tuition reduction
• Free room and board (housing on campus and a meal plan) for the duration of their Leadership program/work in the MMC (The limit on room and board is two years, even if the student’s enrollment goes beyond two years for any reason)
• Hourly paid position in the MMC (10-15 hours per week) for the academic year (summer work possible but not guaranteed)
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities with MMC staff
  Continued Lasallian formation activities though the MMC and Office of Mission

Learn & Grow in Lasallian Mission

The ideal candidates for this position would have experience with the Lasallian educational mission, such as: Being a graduate of Saint Mary's College, Working in the MMC or another student-centered department as a student leader, Being a former Lasallian Volunteer, Working in a Lasallian school or ministry, Past participation in Lasallian formation opportunities, etc. If applicants do not have this past experience, they must at minimum have a desire to grow in their participation in and knowledge of the Lasallian educational mission.

General Expectations of Lasallian Mission and Ministry Scholars

• Participate in the Lasallian Educators Fellows Program for two years
• Be willing to explore issues of faith, spirituality, and religion (from any religious or
  non-religious tradition, unless stated in the specific leadership role above)
• Respect diversity of traditions, backgrounds, and opinions... all should feel welcome and that they belong
• Actively seek out collaborations within the MMC, across campus, and off campus - in order to expand impact and reach of MMC events and programs
• Have strong oral and written communication skills
• Be flexible and able to pivot as needed
• Have basic familiarity with Google suite
• Have a spirit of hospitality
• Have a willingness to work hard and receive/give feedback

Following submission of this application, applicants will be interviewed by Office of Mission / Mission & Ministry Staff. Please contact MMC Director Carrie Davis (cak6@stmarys-ca.edu, or 925-631-4982) with any questions.

Apply HERE by April 10! 

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