Opening Doors to the Future: 2025 College Fair Inspires the Next Generation

This month, over 100 Club members explored their futures at the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence’s 2025 College Fair, where representatives from more than 30 colleges, universities, trade schools, and a scholarship program gathered to help students discover the many pathways available after high school.

Youth from across the Merrimack Valley—including those from our community partners at Boys & Girls Clubs of Lowell and Haverhill, as well as students from Movement, a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth—joined together for a day filled with opportunity, guidance, and inspiration.

Throughout the fair, members connected directly with school representatives and learned about programs ranging from traditional four-year degrees to hands-on certifications. They asked questions about applications, scholarships, and career preparation—gaining insight into the steps needed to reach their educational and professional goals.

Adding to the spirit of service and leadership, our Keystone and Torch Club members volunteered throughout the event, greeting guests at the door and assisting representatives with refreshments and setup. Their involvement not only ensured the event’s success but also reflected the leadership, teamwork, and community values that define our Club.

By the end of the day, every student walked away with more than just brochures—they left with clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of possibility. Events like the College Fair remind us that the future starts here, where guidance meets opportunity and every dream has a pathway forward.

A special thank you to the schools and organizations that joined us this year, including:

1. Anna Maria College
2. Assumption College
3. Babson
4. Boston University
5. Bridgewater State University
6. Dean College
7. Emmanuel College
8. Endicott College
9. Fitchburg State University
10. Franklin Pierce College
11. Lincoln Tech
12. Merrimack College
13. Messina College
14. Middlesex CC
15. National Aviation Academy
16. North Shore CC
17. Northern Essex CC
18. Plymouth State University
19. Salem State University
20. Southern New Hampshire University
21. Suffolk University
22. UMass Amherst
23. UMass Boston
24. UMass Lowell
25. Uuniversity of New Hampshire
26. University of Rhode Island
27. University of Southern Maine
28. Wentworth Institute
29. Westfield State University
30. Tufts University
31. Stephen Phillips Scholarship

Whether you’re a student, a school representative, or a community organization, if you missed our event this year, be sure to join us next time—we can’t wait to see you at next year’s College Fair!