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BSLS: Mentorship That Opens Doors
Leadership. Access. Opportunity. Community.
In partnership with
BSLS at USF Chapter Leadership (BSLS Members = Student Leaders)
In This Newsletter:
From the desk of our CEO
There is a moment in every season of growth when you realize that talent alone is not enough. Vision alone is not enough. Drive alone is not enough. Meaningful work requires perspective, accountability, and people who are willing to tell you the truth with care.
Mentorship has shaped my life from the very beginning, and it continues to shape it now. I do not believe mentorship is something you age out of or outgrow. I believe it deepens as your responsibility grows.
I have mentors who help me think strategically and see around corners. Mentors who challenge how I define leadership and success. Mentors who speak into my personal life with honesty and grace. Mentors who remind me that rest, reflection, and alignment are not rewards, they are requirements. Each mentor serves a distinct purpose, and together they help me show up prepared, grounded, and accountable to the work I am called to do.
One of the most practical lessons mentorship has taught me is this. Growth accelerates when you stop waiting for answers and start asking better questions. The quality of your questions often determines the quality of your outcomes. Mentorship shortens learning curves, expands perspective, and opens doors you may not have known to knock on, while still requiring you to walk through them with integrity and effort.
Big Sister Little Sister was built on this understanding. Mentorship is not about dependency. It is about preparation. It is about being equipped to lead yourself with discipline and clarity so that when opportunity meets responsibility, you are ready. Ready to lead teams. Ready to make decisions. Ready to serve others well.
National Mentoring Month is not simply a celebration for us. It is a reminder. A reminder of why this work matters. A reminder that access changes outcomes. And a reminder of our commitment to creating spaces where mentorship happens with intention, consistency, and care.
With purpose,
Aneisha Hughes
Founder and CEO, BSLS
NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH SPOTLIGHT
BSLS at WECHS, Donut Day with Bigs and Littles
Mentorship That Makes a Difference
“BSLS helped me see what leadership looks like. The mentorship I received gave me clarity and confidence I carry with me today.”
BSLS Member
“Having access to mentors who understood both my goals and my challenges made all the difference. BSLS did not just connect me to people. It helped me grow.”
BSLS Alumna
SUPPORT THE MISSION
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Your support allows BSLS to expand mentorship, leadership development, and scholarship opportunities nationwide.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Career Readiness and Leadership Workshop
February 4 | KSU + CAU at 6:00 PM
BSLS returns with another Career Readiness and Leadership Workshop alongside students from Kennesaw State University and Clark Atlanta University.
This session focuses on:
Securing your dream job
Maintaining momentum in your career
Elevating within your field over time
The insights shared are transferable across all majors and career pathways. Open to members and alumni of BSLS. For more information please email, [email protected]
INSIGHT COLLECTIVE
BSLS Book and Media Club
Insight Collective continues with our ongoing Book and Media Club conversations.
You do not need to finish the book, show, movie, article, or video to attend. Familiarity with the selection helps you participate meaningfully.
This space is open to everyone and centers thoughtful discussion around leadership, culture, wellness, and growth.
👉 Sign up here
👉 Follow @insightcollectiveclub on Instagram for updates
NEW OPPORTUNITY
BSLS Medical and Academic Pathways Consultations
We are offering medical and academic pathway consultations led by a board-certified pediatrician who also serves on the alumni board for Georgetown Medical School.
These consultations support:
Medical and healthcare career exploration
Academic planning and preparation
Long-term pathway guidance
Other Ways to Support BSLS
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SCHOLARSHIP CAMPAIGN LAUNCH
Invest in the Next Generation
Our scholarship campaign is officially underway.
Donations received now will support scholarship applications opening in March during Women’s History Month, with awards available for Fall 2026 to BSLS members and alumni.
Applications open in March. More details coming soon.
STAY CONNECTED
Follow us on social media for upcoming mentoring moments, program updates, and announcements.
Together, we continue creating access, preparation, and opportunity across communities nationwide.
Thank You!
Thank you for supporting BSLS in the ways that feel right for you, whether through mentorship, donations, volunteerism, or engaging with our partners.
Events like the BSLS at USF Vision Board, create space for clarity, confidence, and connection, helping our members visualize purpose and take intentional steps forward.