The Karl Pister Leadership Opportunity Award is available to students who have overcome adverse socioeconomic circumstances, who have a demonstrated commitment to assisting and improving the lives of others, and who might not otherwise be able to attend UCSC for financial reasons. Candidates are nominated by the presidents of each of the 13 regional community colleges. The Leadership Opportunity Awards Review Committee reviews the nominations, and a student from each college will be nominated to receive the award. Participating community colleges: Cabrillo College, Canada College, College of San Mateo, De Anza College, Evergreen Valley College, Foothill College, Gavilan College, Hartnell College, Mission College, Monterey Peninsula College, San Jose City College, Skyline College, and West Valley College. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.