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Inclusive slack community for diverse students to network, share opportunities, resources, advice, and connections! Come network with peers, find buddies to prep with, and join industry-specific channels.

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Bridging the Gap (BTG)

BTG is a highly curated network of our nation’s most talented diverse students. Our vision is to foster community and relationships among who we believe will be transformative BIPOC business leaders. 

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How to Join BTG

BTG is looking for top diverse students who are passionate about our mission, engaged with our community, and are a direct fit into the #BTGFamily culture.

Step 1: Learn

Learn about BTG — Explore our website, LinkedIn, Instagram, and connect with our #BTGFamily to get the exciting feel of what it means to be a part of BTG.

Step 2: Engage

Engage with BTG — Join our BTG Community Slack and get to know our broader community of diverse students and share any opportunities you come across.

Step 3: Apply

Applications open twice a year (Fall + Spring). When you apply, be prepared to articulate why us, why you, and how you hope to leverage BTG to achieve your goals.

”Upon joining the BTG Family, the first thing I noticed was how accomplished but humble my peers are. There is nothing else like the #BTGFamily.

LouisBTG Cohort 3

Who We Look For

Top diverse students at US-based universities

Students identifying as Black, LatinX, Indigenous, or Person of Color (BIPOC)

Track record of high achievement paired with enormous, untapped potential

Fit into the #BTGFamily, and the promise to engage with BTG for life

Passion for bridging the racial wealth divide and uplifting minority communities