Pioneer

TUSI is available for students in grades 5-8, although the pilot year is not open for student applications. During TUSI’s inaugural year, applications will be accepted. More

Scholar
Anyone currently enrolled in a college or university can apply to lead TUSI Pioneers.  More

Activities
Pioneers will engage in physical activities that shape their disposition and perspective. These are activities that are not typically accomplished at home, during school or out of school.  More

Behind-the-Scenes Exchanges
Discovering the secret world of how city systems work as well as getting hands on experience during all tours.  More

Benefactor
Benefactors support and maintain TUSI.  More

Civil Service Opportunities (CSOs)
CSOs provide TUSI Pioneers with hands-on experiences.  More

Dialogues (Distinguished Citizens)
Movers, shakers and Role Models of the city who engage TUSI Pioneers in invigorating dialogues.  More

Enrichments
This program area encompasses a breadth of fundamentals that are intended to enlighten Pioneers about all the things that their city offers. This includes visiting historical homes, statues & monuments, museums, galleries and seasonal events & festivals.  More

Explorations
Much of the traveling done by the Pioneers during the Initiative includes walking through various neighborhoods in their city.  It is at this point that they will see the city through eyes of the past, present and future. Trained Scholars will be offering historical and new information about structures, waterways, streets and parks.  Celebrity docents will make appearances as well!   More

Victuals
TUSI Pioneers will be dining each day at historically and culturally significant eateries throughout the city. During this time, Pioneers will be educated on the history of the restaurant and the various cultures and cuisines.  More