Scholar Stories

Masking Up in Mexico City

Published 10/06/2022 in Scholar Travel Stipend

Written by Caroline Chiu | 10/06/2022

Memories from Morocco

Published 10/06/2022 in Scholar Travel Stipend

Written by Caroline Chiu | 10/06/2022

A Chasm Between Two Koreas

Published 10/06/2022 in Scholar Travel Stipend

Written by Irene Kim | 10/06/2022

Visiting South Korea showed me the power of pop culture in world politics, the lasting effects of U.S. foreign policy from the Cold War, and how navigating diplomatic relations is complicated and often doesn’t have an easy solution.

Sustainable Tourism on Jeju Island

Published 10/06/2022 in Scholar Travel Stipend

Written by Haeeun (Blessing) Jee | 10/06/2022

During my trip to South Korea this past summer, I was able to take a short trip to Jeju Island for a few days. Jeju Island is a volcanic island off the southern tip of Korea. It is known as a popular honeymoon destination – or at least it was, according to my parents who spent their own honeymoon there about 30 years ago. This was the first time they visited the island together since then.

Lessons in Efficacy and Efficiency from South Korea’s Public Transportation

Published 10/06/2022 in Scholar Travel Stipend

Written by Haesung Jee | 10/06/2022

A Summer in Seoul

Published 10/06/2022 in Scholar Travel Stipend

Written by Jiyoun Roh | 10/06/2022

My South Korea trip began in the bustling capital Seoul, then meandered down to the port city Busan before finishing its course in Seoul once more.

Milken Scholars on Summer 2022 Internships

Published 09/30/2022 in Program Updates

Written by Torres, Evelyn | 09/30/2022

May in Thailand

Published 09/08/2022 in Scholar Travel Stipend

Written by Linda Chan | 09/08/2022

Back in person for the 2022 Milken Scholars Annual Summit and Recognition Ceremonies

Published 08/30/2022 in Program Updates

Written by Torres, Evelyn | 08/30/2022

Twelve Exceptional Los Angeles High School Students Receive Milken Scholars Award

Published 07/20/2022 in Program Updates

Written 07/20/2022

Unique Scholarship Provides a $10,000 Cash Prize Plus a Lifetime of Mentoring and Resources

Five Outstanding New York City High School Students Receive Milken Scholars Award

Published 07/05/2022 in Program Updates

Written 07/05/2022

Unique Scholarship Provides a $10,000 Cash Prize Plus a Lifetime of Mentoring and Resources

Four Washington, D.C., High School Students Receive Milken Scholars Award

Published 06/23/2022 in Program Updates

Written 06/23/2022

Unique Scholarship Provides a $10,000 Cash Prize Plus a Lifetime of Mentoring and Resources