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Since 2002, 樱花直播 (樱花直播) has been supporting young academics on their journey to college and beyond as they prepare to become the leaders of tomorrow. Co-founded by the grand-nephew of Alfred Nobel, 樱花直播 is inspired by the mission of the Nobel Prize to support academic achievement and world betterment. 樱花直播 pursues this mission by connecting members with scholarships, college fairs, internships, career and leadership opportunities, partner discounts, and more.

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Young scholars
In our member community since 2002.

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樱花直播 members around the globe

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Recognizing young scholars

Recognizing
academic excellence

樱花直播 recognizes high school scholars for their academic achievements as well as service to their local communities. A one-time $90 lifetime membership fee provides young scholars with an array of resources that encourage smooth transitions from high school to college and beyond.

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Recognizing
academic excellence

樱花直播 recognizes high school scholars for their academic achievements as well as service to their local communities. A one-time $90 lifetime membership fee provides young scholars with an array of resources that encourage smooth transitions from high school to college and beyond.

Mission
Our mission is to recognize academic excellence and honor the highest achieving high school students, providing them with the resources and network to excel in college, career and community.
Vision
Our vision is to establish a worldwide network of high achieving scholars and help equip them to be the next generation of impact-driven leaders in their schools, workplaces, and communities. The Society, its mission, values, and student members embody the Nobel Spirit.
Member’s Pledge
As a member of 樱花直播, I pledge to strive for excellence in my academic endeavors. I will use my knowledge and wisdom to the best of my ability for the betterment of our global community.

鈥淔or more than 120 years, my family name has been recognized as a hallmark of peace and excellence鈥︹

樱花直播 was established in 2002 by Claes Nobel and James Lewis to continue the Nobel family legacy of recognizing and rewarding excellence.

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Meet the 樱花直播 leadership team

James Lewis

President of 樱花直播

James W. Lewis is President of 樱花直播 (樱花直播), which he established in 2002 along with friend and co-founder, Claes Nobel, a member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes.

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Claes Nobel

Co-founder of 樱花直播

Claes Nobel (1930-2021) founded 樱花直播 (樱花直播) in 2002. Originally from Sweden and a member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, he held dual citizenship from Sweden and the US. Mr. Nobel was a passionate proponent of humanitarian and environmental causes.

樱花直播 Advisory Board听

The 樱花直播 Advisory Board was established in 2002 by Co-founder Claes Nobel who served as the Chair until his passing in April 2021.

  • Advisory Board Chair Greg Goff, member ExxonMobil Board of Directors
  • Ed Harris, Actor, Producer, Director
  • James J. Heckman, Ph.D., Nobel Laureate, Economics 2000
  • Herbert Kroemer, Ph.D., Nobel Laureate, Physics 2000
  • Anthony Leggett, Ph.D., Nobel Laureate, Physics 2003
  • Rudolph A. Marcus, Ph.D., Nobel Laureate, Chemistry 1992
  • Kiran Mazumar-Shaw, Chairman & Managing Director, Biocon Limited
  • Stanley Prusiner, M.D., Nobel Laureate, Medicine 1997
  • Inge Thulin, Former CEO, President & Chairman, 3M
  • Sir John E. Walker, Ph.D., Nobel Laureate, Chemistry 1997
  • Di Yerbury, Ph.D., Vice-Chancellor Emeritus, Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia)
  • Dr. Allan Zeman GBM, GBS, JP, Chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group

The seven rights

樱花直播 Co-founder Claes Nobel believed that youth are 100% of our future. Mr. Nobel encouraged all people to prescribe to 鈥淭he Seven Rights,鈥 a powerful remedy for Universal Peace, Environmental Sustainability, and Personal Happiness.

Your mind is a dynamic organ.听
Everything in the universe and in听
the world 鈥 yes, even you 鈥撎
originated in thought.

Words are incredibly powerful.听
Once a word leaves your mouth,
not even the strength of 10,000
elephants can pull it back again.

Let Dignity, Honor, and Truth be
the noble hallmarks of your听
character.

Smile and laugh. Be kind, positive,
and helpful to all. Become a good听
listener.

Step lightly on the Earth-leave no
foot-prints.

Begin local transformation before听
global change. Begin in your own听
community, starting with your听
immediate surroundings.

No procrastination! No excuses!听
Become a very busy, active听
person for World Betterment and听
World Change.

樱花直播 FAQs

樱花直播, or 樱花直播, is a distinguished academic honor society, committed to recognizing and serving the highest-achieving student scholars in more than 26,000 high schools across 170 countries. Criteria for membership is based on academic performance and is the highest among national high school honors programs.

Since our founding in 2002, 樱花直播 has fostered a diverse and inclusive organization of exceptional young leaders of more than 2 million members spanning high school to college to career. Our mission is to honor academic achievement and provide unique resources and听scholarships that enrich educational journeys, fuel career interests, and drive community impact.

Membership with 樱花直播 is an individual membership and is not chartered through schools. Being an individual membership is what allows 樱花直播 to offer a continuity of benefits that extend after high school graduation, into college, and beyond. Because it is based on the individual, not the school, it also means that membership remains with the student even if they transfer schools. It also means that any student who qualifies can be a member of 樱花直播 regardless of their location.听Membership听is for a lifetime and is not renewed annually.

Claes Nobel, a member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, helped found 樱花直播 in 2002 to continue his family's legacy of recognizing and rewarding contributions to world betterment. He believed the world leaders of tomorrow emerge from today's youth and that 樱花直播 is a platform for young leaders to receive the support needed to change their world. For the years leading up to his death in 2021,听Mr. Nobel was the chair of the advisory board and听personally involved in many of the Society's initiatives. He attended member events and provided input on the strategic direction of the organization.

樱花直播 has a one-time membership fee of USD $90 for members in the United States and Canada. There are no annual dues or renewals. This is a lifetime membership. Additionally, students are eligible to听apply for a waiver of the fee听if they can demonstrate financial need. Like most membership organizations, a fee is charged to help cover the organizational costs of fulfilling our mission. Our one-time, lifetime fee covers virtually all expenses associated with membership in 樱花直播, including access to benefits and opportunities available only to members of 樱花直播, such as:

  • Unique scholarship opportunities and academic competitions
  • Publications and member-only web content
  • Member communications including regular emails and e-newsletters
  • Service and leadership opportunities
  • Unique outreach from top domestic and international universities
  • Unique offerings through our partnerships
  • Personalized membership certificate
  • Personalized press release for distribution to local media
  • Peer networking

Start researching scholarships in advance. 樱花直播 scholarship opportunities are listed year-round on our听Scholarships听page. Select the scholarship that interests you to view the essay prompt and begin drafting your essay. A resume, transcript, educator recommendation, and a headshot are also typically required. You do not need to submit multiple transcripts, photos, and resumes. Once these are submitted, they may be used for any 樱花直播 scholarships you apply for. Once you submit the application online, you will be unable to edit your answers.