We are proud to announce a new partnership between BOK Financial and Arrupe Jesuit High School, centered around a shared commitment to expanding access to quality, college-preparatory education.
As part of this new partnership, BOK Financial has established a four-year scholarship program for Arrupe students in need of tuition assistance. We are thrilled to share that the inaugural BOK Financial Scholars have already been selected: seven incoming 9th-grade students who will receive support throughout their entire high school journey at Arrupe. This generous investment in our students and their futures reflects the values we hold at the core of our mission—providing opportunity, nurturing potential, and preparing young people for lives of leadership, service, and purpose.
Recently, we had the honor of welcoming members of the BOK Financial leadership team to campus for a tour and visit with the scholarship recipients. Among the visitors were Bill Sullivan, outgoing Colorado Market President & CEO, Mike Katz, the newly named Colorado Market CEO, Jess Welser, VP, Senior Regional Community Relations Manager.
Mike Katz, BOK Financial CEO, shared:
“We’re proud to be a partner of Arrupe Jesuit and support the incredible work they do for our communities. Arrupe provides students with a real opportunity to pursue their education, paired with real-world experience through the Corporate Work Study Program. The talent and determination we saw in these students are inspiring. We know they have a bright future ahead, and we’re excited to follow their journey.”
Their time at the school offered a glimpse into daily life at Arrupe, and most importantly, allowed them to connect directly with the students whose lives will be impacted by this opportunity. We are tremendously grateful for BOK Financial’s trust and investment in our school community—and for the powerful message it sends to our students.
Michael O’Hagan, President of Arrupe Jesuit, shared:
“The BOK Financial Scholars program represents an extraordinary measure of support from a longstanding partner who understands deeply the mission of Arrupe Jesuit High School. Through the BOK Financial Scholars program, BOK will accompany seven Arrupe students during their four years on Utica Street by providing scholarships that position those students for success—at Arrupe and beyond.”
About Arrupe Jesuit High School
Arrupe Jesuit is a Catholic, college-preparatory high school serving young men and women from families with limited financial resources. Located in northwest Denver, Arrupe is part of the Cristo Rey Network, which integrates rigorous academics with professional work experience through the Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP). Since opening in 2003, Arrupe has empowered hundreds of graduates to pursue college and career with purpose, guided by Jesuit values and a deep sense of service to others.
About BOK Financial
BOK Financial Corporation is a $50 billion regional financial services company headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma with $114 billion in assets under management or administration. The company's stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the Global Select market listings (BOKF). BOK Financial Corporation's holdings include BOKF, NA; BOK Financial Securities, Inc.; and BOK Financial Private Wealth, Inc. BOKF, NA's holdings include TransFund and Cavanal Hill Investment Management, Inc. BOKF, NA operates banking divisions across eight states as: Bank of Albuquerque; Bank of Oklahoma; Bank of Texas; and BOK Financial in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas and Missouri; as well as having limited purpose offices in Nebraska, Wisconsin, Connecticut and Tennessee. Through its subsidiaries, BOK Financial Corporation provides commercial and consumer banking, brokerage trading, investment and trust services, mortgage origination and servicing, and an electronic funds transfer network. For more information, visit www.bokf.com.
Looking Ahead
This partnership with BOK Financial is more than a scholarship—it’s a launchpad for future leaders. We look forward to continuing this journey together and are deeply thankful for BOK Financials’ commitment to the mission of Arrupe and the families we serve.
