Message from the Director

Welcome!

We are honored to continue serving you as we embark upon 40 years of providing outstanding college access services to the St. Louis community. Since its beginning in 1986, the Bridge Program has remained one of the region's most successful and widely replicated models for precollegiate programming.

With the ongoing support of our dedicated stakeholders, Bridge strives to address the challenges that can make college access difficult for many students. We take great pride in our unparalleled track record—100% of our program participants graduate from high school and successfully transition to post-secondary education.  Our mission is to remain a leader in closing the gaps hindering students' ability to pursue higher education with confidence and success.

Our work is made possible through the collaboration of parents, faculty and staff, school administrators, community leaders, and generous donors. Together, we can continue expanding opportunities and making a meaningful impact on students pursuing higher education. Each of us plays a vital role in shaping the educational future of our community, and we warmly invite you to join us in these efforts.

With Gratitude,
Channon Peoples, Ed.D.
Executive Director
Office of Precollegiate Student Services
Bridge Program
University of Missouri-St. Louis