Ernest Houston Johnson Scholars Program
Applications are now open for the 2024-2025 EHJS Legacy Scholars Cohort! Click here to apply!
The Ernest Houston Johnson Scholars Program, typically referred to as EHJS, honors the first black graduate of Stanford University in the pioneer class of 1895. This is a three-quarter program for frosh designed to help them transition to Stanford by creating opportunities to critically think about their collegiate journey. The purpose of this course is to build a community of scholars by introducing them to the concept of research and career exploration while they reflect and build on their understanding of legacy and carve out their own path in the Black Stanford community and beyond. Scholars have the unique experience of a small cohort learning model with near peer mentors and graduate assistant led workshops in their second and third quarter of the program. Throughout the experience, legacy scholars are directly exposed to world-renowned faculty, prominent alumni, fellowships, internships, and scholarships.
As a Legacy Scholar, students will be joining a network of intellectuals, whose talents and works that began at Stanford have gone on to have national and global impact. They will join the legacy of notable alumni such as the first black female astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison, ‘75, television producer Yvette Lee Bowser, ’87, Newark, New Jersey Mayor Cory Booker, ’91, and media sensation Issa Rae ’07. The Black Community Services Center is committed to exposing students to the vast opportunities that Stanford has to offer and creating opportunities that will enhance their intellectual journey while supporting them as they come to understand the mark they wish to leave on the community.
Applications open shortly before the start of the incoming fall quarter. If you have questions about the EHJS program, please send us an email at stanfordbcsc@stanford.edu.