Community Weekend 2025

Community Weekend (CW) was created to bring together the Scholars of the Lenfest College Scholarship Program. Over the years, the program has grown, and so has the weekend. Community Weekend is a 3-day event that focuses on connecting Scholars, Scholar Alums, and other members of the Lenfest community. These groups engage in educational sessions, social and networking events, a celebratory banquet, and more. Community Weekend will continue bridging the gap between new and familiar cohorts by bringing them together once a year for moments of learning, reflection, and celebration. 

CW 25 will take place at Gettysburg College, Friday, June 27 - Sunday, June 29, and we’re excited to announce the theme for Community Weekend 2025: "Building Balance: Strengthening Ourselves and Our Communities." 

This year’s Community Weekend will focus on how Scholars and Scholar Alums can cultivate personal growth, foster meaningful relationships, and engage in impactful conversations to create stronger, more inclusive communities. We will explore the balance between individual well-being and collective empowerment, learning how to navigate challenges together and thrive in our personal, academic, and professional lives.

Affinity Group sessions will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, and we’re looking for moderators to help lead these meaningful conversations! Moderators will play a key role in guiding discussions, fostering an inclusive and respectful atmosphere, and helping participants connect over shared experiences and interests.

If you’re passionate about creating welcoming spaces for dialogue and community-building, we encourage you to sign up!

For questions or more details, reach out to CW@lenfestscholars.org.

Scholar Event Volunteers will play a key role in ensuring the success of three Scholar Events scheduled for Saturday June 28, 2025 during Community Weekend. As a volunteer, you will assist with event setup, facilitation, and breakdown, contributing to the smooth execution of these events.

Please note that the volunteer sign-up is open exclusively to Scholar Alums and Lenfest Community Members.

We’re excited to offer current College Scholars and Scholar Alums the opportunity to showcase their research at Community Weekend 2025! This is a chance to share your work with the Lenfest network, spark meaningful discussions, and highlight the impact of your studies.

To be considered, submit an overview of your research topic using the form below. 

The submission form will remain open until all presentation slots are filled.

Community Weekend 2024

In 2024, Community Weekend was held at Franklin & Marshall College and explored the theme "Everyday Influencers."  Scholars, educators, alums, and professionals came together to discuss what it means to be a leader in our communities. 

We are deeply grateful for your participation year after year. CW 24 highlighted the connections and shared experiences that make Lenfest special. 

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