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Geneva College Receives $118,000 Grant to Cultivate Next Generation of ethical Leaders
Geneva, PA – In a significant investment in character education, geneva College has been awarded a $118,000 Institutional Impact Grant from wake Forest University’s Educating Character Initiative (ECI). The funding will fuel the Coherence & Envision Co-Curricular Program, a unique initiative designed to equip students with the ethical frameworks and practical skills needed to navigate a complex world.
This grant places Geneva College among just 33 institutions nationwide – selected from a pool of 28 projects – recognized for their commitment to fostering character development alongside academic excellence.
Beyond the Classroom: A Holistic approach to Leadership
The Coherence & Envision program isn’t about adding another course to the curriculum. It’s a deeply immersive, four-year experience built around Geneva’s existing Core Curriculum. The program comprises three interconnected components:
Coherence Sophomore Retreat: This intensive weekend retreat guides students in defining their core values and understanding how to live a “coherent life” – a concept explored in alumnus Steven Garber’s influential book, Visions of Vocation. Coherence+ Summer Fellows Program: A selective summer program for rising juniors and seniors, Coherence+ delves deeper into the themes introduced at the retreat, focusing on critical areas like wisdom, beauty, justice, and empathy. Students participate in mentorships, experiential learning, and a culminating trip
