HOUSTON (DEC. 19, 2024) – Lone Star College-University Park (LSC-University Park) welcomed its third cohort of students into the prestigious National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS). During a Dec. 2 induction ceremony, 78 students were honored for their dedication to academic excellence and leadership development.
The NSLS, a student-run organization, is dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth while recognizing and nurturing leadership potential. With over 700 chapters and 1.4 million members nationwide, it provides students with invaluable opportunities to develop essential skills and prepare for future success.
Harpreet Kaur Goraya, President of the LSC-University Park NSLS Chapter, emphasized the significance of the induction: "This ceremony highlights the dedication and hard work of our members. True leadership involves inspiring and serving others. We are committed to cultivating informed and empowered leaders who will make a positive difference in their communities."
Matthew Dempsey, Ed.D., President of LSC-University Park, addressed the inductees, urging them to set ambitious goals for their future endeavors.
The ceremony also provided an opportunity for NSLS members to express gratitude to faculty and staff who have significantly impacted their academic journey. Faculty and staff honorees included: Bobbi Shorter, Bryce Johnson, Catherine Dumond, Elora Molloy, Gloria Mazula, Lorainne Lopez, Luisa De Leon, Mario Juliangarza, and Maurica Vickerson.
For more information about the LSC-University Park Chapter of NSLS, visit LoneStar.edu/UP-NSLS. To inquire about enrolling in upcoming semesters at LSC-University Park, please visit LoneStar.edu/StartUP, call 281-290-2600, or email UPAdvising@LoneStar.edu.
Established in 2012, Lone Star College-University Park has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing and most innovative higher education institutions in the country. The college, led by President Matthew Dempsey, Ed.D., is devoted to impacting the community's prosperity and upward mobility through student success. LSC-University Park’s expert and compassionate faculty and staff provide students with holistic and immersive education and training in disciplines and industries that meet current and future workforce needs.
Located on the grounds of the former Compaq Computer Corporation and Hewlett Packard's world headquarters, LSC-University Park's facilities include the Center for Science & Innovation, the Energy & Manufacturing Institute, Learning Innovation Labs, and the Geology Rock Wall. It is also home to the University of Houston-NW Downtown, Lone Star Corporate College, and iSchool. To learn more about LSC-University Park or register for classes, visit www.LoneStar.edu/StartUP, call 281-290-2600 or email UPAdvising@LoneStar.edu.
Lone Star College System (LSCS) enrolls over 90,000 students each semester providing high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education. LSCS is training tomorrow’s workforce today and redefining the community college experience to support student success. Mario K. Castillo, J.D., serves as Chancellor of LSCS, the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area and has been named a 2024 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSCS consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.