A Legacy of Purpose

A Legacy of Purpose offers an inspiring and timely exploration of how the Leadership Alliance has transformed academic diversity through its three-decade mission to support underrepresented students in pursuing research careers.Malcolm D. Allen provides readers with a comprehensive look at this groundbreaking consortium, beginning with Dr. James H. Wyche's founding vision and expanding to examine how the Alliance's signature programs have provided critical research experiences, mentorship, and professional development for thousands of students. The book highlights compelling success stories of alumni who have gone on to become leaders in academia, industry, government, and nonprofit sectors.Allen analyzes the Alliance's collaborative framework, which brings together Ivy League universities, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, minority-serving institutions, and corporate partners to create an ecosystem of support for diverse scholars. He also examines the importance of corpora