Bonner Scholars who enter the program as first-year students are required to complete two summers of service. Bonners who join after this point are required to complete one summer of service, though funding may be available for two summers of service. Summer service can provide opportunities to build professional skills, apply knowledge gained through coursework, discern interests, build networks, and/or explore new places.
Unlike service during the academic year, you may be paid for your summer service, but you must let your community partner know that you will also receive funding through the Bonner Scholars Program.
Mode of Service: Bonners are expected to adhere to all applicable governmental laws, orders, ordinances, and guidance wherever they are in residence, without placing themselves or others at risk.
Hour Requirement: 280 hours
Number of Weeks: Depends on the number of hours per week a Bonner serves, however, 7 weeks of full-time service at a minimum.
Number of Hours/week: 30-40 hours per week. At minimum, 30 hours per week is suggested.
Intent to Complete Summer of Service & Stipend Request Deadlines: Complete the Summer Service Proposal to let us know you are completing a summer of service and to request a living stipend.
April 14 - Submit the proposal by 4/14 and your living stipend will be available 4/25
May 5 (FINAL DEADLINE) - Submit the proposal by 5/5 and your living stipend will be available 5/16. This form MUST be completed by this deadline even if you are not requesting a living stipend.
Number of positions permitted: One position is recommended. If a Bonner would like to work with more than one position or project, they must first speak with Gabby or Evyn.
Other Requirements
Service can BEGIN on Monday, May 19. Note that Summer 2025 has about 14 weeks.
Service should END by Friday, August 22.
Meet with Gabby or Evyn to review Summer of Service paperwork requirements before beginning service. You are also required to notify Gabby or Evyn if your summer of service plans change.
There will be required meetings and other forms of reflection throughout the summer. More information, including a calendar, will be shared at a later date.