Reach, Inspire, Support, and Empower
RISE at LC State
Reach, Inspire, Support, and Empower (RISE) is a one-week, pre-college, hands-on program for high school students offering a rare opportunity to step inside in the professional world of various career paths.
Mission
Students will go beyond traditional classroom learning to explore real-world challenges, examine core concepts across disciplines, and develop critical thinking skills essential for future careers in a wide range of professions. They will hear directly from local professionals, researchers, and industry experts, gaining an insider’s perspective on how multidisciplinary teams collaborate to solve complex problems and drive innovation. By the end of the program, students will have a deeper understanding of professional pathways, greater confidence in pursuing their academic and career interests, and a clearer view of the many opportunities available at Lewis-Clark State College (LC State) and beyond.
The inaugural 2026 cohort is limited to 30 seats, reserved for ambitious high school students with an interest in STEM and a curiosity about medicine who would like to learn alongside clinicians, scientists, and educators at LC State.
