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We prepare diverse, homegrown leaders to succeed in college and career in order to build more vibrant and equitable communities.
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Seed Internships 2026 Application Is Open

The application for our Seed Internships 2026 summer program is officially open! Seed Internships invests in the vibrant future of the Puget Sound by identifying exceptional college students from diverse backgrounds, and matching them with…

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How I Became Passionate About Professional Development

By Marissa Jackman I started college with more passion than professional experience. At that point, I was not very active in the workforce and worked no more than four hours per week. I was 18. …

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Degrees of Change Names Kelly Bay-Meyer As CEO

We are excited to announce that the Degrees of Change (DoC) board of directors has appointed Kelly Bay-Meyer as our next chief executive officer. Current CEO Marquise Dixon will transition out after September. Kelly, who…

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Tomorrow's Leaders

At Degrees of Change we are growing scholars and leaders. As a result, new generations of talented and connected, homegrown, college graduates are transforming their home communities and beyond.
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EDUCATIONAL EQUITY

Our scholars defy the status quo, graduating college at double the rate for students from similar demographics.

BRILLIANT LEADERSHIP

Diverse, homegrown leaders build more equitable systems on campus, at home and beyond.

NATIONAL REACH

Our programs support students from 7 communities across 5 states at 24 private and public, 4- and 2-year colleges.
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