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Teen who was once homeless heads to Harvard on a full scholarship

Mighty Writer Tre Jenkins wins scholarship to Harvard

Philadelphia’s Richard “Tre” Jenkins recently received the email of his life, an acceptance letter from Harvard University.

Bullies used to taunt Richard “Tre” Jenkins by calling him “Harvard,” a dig at the bookworm whose smarts made him a constant target. And come September, that’s where Jenkins will be — on a full ride.

North Philly Mighty Writers Help Set a Guinness World Record at Art Museum Steps

Mighty Writers wins award for Black radio documentary

The Philadelphia Cultural Alliance looks at the new MW site

Mighty Writers tries to combat illiteracy in Mantua, where nearly a third of adults don’t have a high school diploma.

WXPN to air the Mighty Writers-produced audio documentary Going Black: The Legacy of Philly Soul Radio.