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North Chicago senior Scholar Jeremias Figueroa had the opportunity to do a summer program in South Africa this past summer. Below is a personal reflection of his six-week experience.

The Fellowship Initiative sponsored by JPMorgan Chase is a comprehensive mentoring and enrichment program that exposes young men of color to the skills, experiences, and knowledge they’ll need to compete globally. One hundred-twenty African American and Latino high school students from New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles (40 from each city) are currently participating.

At 17, Gavin Willis has a lot going for him -- international travel, a spot on the Key West varsity lacrosse team and plenty of extracurricular activities. Free time, though, isn't on the list.