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The Wily Network provides a critical safety net for Scholars as they navigate college independently.

Wily Scholars bring unique experiences, challenges, strengths and goals to the college journey. Some have experienced homelessness or foster care, some have been denied family support due to their sexual orientation or gender identity, some have lost their parents, and some have family members dealing with addiction, mental illness or incarceration. All are talented and motivated, and all are braving college on their own. Wily works to ensure Scholars have the tools and networks necessary to thrive in four-year residential colleges and transition successfully into post-college life.

10/02/2026

Every student arrives on campus ready to write the next chapter of their story. For students navigating college independently, the Wily Pack is there to walk beside them every step of the way.

Celebrate the remarkable journeys of Wily Scholars with us on Thursday, October 29 at the David Rubenstein Treehouse at Harvard University.

Scan the QR code or visit our website to join the celebration.

09/30/2026

Fall is here, Wily is fueling Scholars for success and it starts with Back to School Dinners. Coaches take each cohort out to dinner at the start of the semester to remind everyone they are never alone on this journey—and, of course, enjoy good food and even better company!

These gatherings are one of the many ways we show Scholars they have a Pack they can rely on throughout the course of the school year.

09/29/2026

We’re excited to share the addition of three individuals to our Board of Directors. Their expertise, passion, and commitment to Wily’s mission will be invaluable as we collaborate in supporting Scholars and growing our impact. Welcome to the Pack Eric Enge, Mary Beth Lisman, and Sheila Murphy.

Eric is a digital marketing and SEO expert who loves the Wily mission and is eager to support its growth.

Mary Beth is the founder of a private legal practice and Wily supporter who has co-chaired events and been an active member of Wily committees.

Sheila is a higher education leader who has worked across college campuses and is a longtime Wily volunteer.

Read more about our new Board members on our website.

09/18/2026

Monthly cultural acknowledgements are a simple yet meaningful way to nurture connection, honor histories, and reflect on the lived experiences that shape our Wily Pack. This month, Coach Millie shared stories and flavors of Dominican gastronomy and baked little bizcochos for the whole team! The delicious cakes were filled with guava, tradition, and topped with meringue and a lot of love.

09/16/2026

Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month is here! A time to learn about and honor the cultures, histories, and contributions of the diverse Hispanic and Latine communities in Boston and beyond. Let’s celebrate this month and always with Latine members of the Wily Pack.

¡Ya llegó el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y Latine! Es un momento para aprender y honrar las culturas, las historias, y las contribuciones de las diversas comunidades hispanas y latines de Boston y más allá. Celebramos este mes y siempre junto a los miembros latines del Wily Pack.

09/14/2026

School is back in session! Join us in wishing Wily Scholars a great start to the fall semester as they re-enter classrooms, labs, and libraries. Let’s celebrate their hard work, determination, and the opportunities ahead as they build the foundation for their dreams.

Looking for a way to tangibly support Scholars as this school year begins? Visit https://thewilynetwork.org/support/ to learn more about how you can empower their journeys.

What advice would you give to someone starting this semester? Share your words of wisdom below!

09/11/2026

Join us in welcoming Ajani as Wily’s Development and Communications Coordinator!

Ajani is an experienced storyteller dedicated to fostering equitable access and empowering community-centered organizations. With a background spanning education, public media, and public relations, she is excited to unite her skills and passion to uplift Scholars. Outside of work, Ajani enjoys tending to her porch garden, baking bread, and discovering local coffee shops.

Welcome to the Pack, Ajani!

09/09/2026

This summer, Wily started utilizing a co-working space—a new experience the team has approached with flexibility and positivity.

To introduce ourselves in this new community the team hosted a Lunch & Learn, welcoming our fellow workspace neighbors to discover the work of Wily, how they can get involved with upcoming volunteering, and chat with the Pack over some pizza. We had a great turnout and enjoyed getting to know the different folks and organizations we are working alongside in this shared space. Thank you to all who joined us and to Workbar for the meal. We’re looking forward to sharing our work at the next Lunch & Learn!

09/04/2026

The Wily Pack comes together all year long! And summer is one of our favorite times to enjoy each other’s company. Wily’s Scholar Engagement team curated a lively calendar of activities where Scholars joined Coaches and other staff for quality time and fun outings: we gathered for picnics, beach days, brunches, kayaking, museum trips, and more.

Now onto the school year ahead!

09/02/2026

Scholars are at the center of Wily’s stories. How we tell stories and collaborate with those they belong to matters. As a collective, Wily is committed to empower and engage their voices with authenticity, dignity, and consent. Last week Wily staff came together to participate in Ethical Storytelling Training, with longtime supporter and former Wily Young Professionals Association Co-Chair Carly Euler, where we reinforced our role as stewards of stories and learned meaningful strategies to support our storytellers and respect their autonomy over how or if they share. Thank you so much Carly, we are grateful for your thoughtful expertise and continued support of Wily.

Address

189 Wells Avenue, Suite 301
Newton, MA
02459

Telephone

+17813556527

Website

http://www.thewilynetwork.org/, https://linktr.ee/TheWilyNetwork

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