The Academic and Leadership Accelerator for Service (ALAS or Wings in English) believes that there should be diverse representation in leadership in all sectors to support inclusive policies for all. Our mission is to prepare first and second generation students with the college knowledge, life skills, and social consciousness in order to create change in their communities now and in the future.
   

ALAS ignites the spirit of service and understanding that each student’s actions in college, career, and life have an impact in our neighborhoods and community. By expanding access to higher education and opening avenues to professional development, students form the foundation of personal success and community empowerment. Additionally, students gain exposure to dynamic and diverse business leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community members that serve as subject matter experts and mentors in college readiness and professional development.
 
ALAS was developed in 2015 in order to inject community awareness and the spirit of service into an education accessibility and personal development program for low income students. During the past two years, ALAS maintained an 80% retention rate and more than 90% of our first class are attending college.