WHAT IT TAKES” SYMPOSIUMS and the E-MENTORING Guide are designed to teach boys ages 14-18 in urban areas “what it takes’’ to be successful in work and life via relationships with caring, ethical, well-regarded men. Mentors with backgrounds in business, finance, technology, medicine, law, and athletics provide the boys with ongoing emotional and academic support (in person and online), with special attention paid to science, technology, engineering and mathematics careers. This is a mutually rewarding program with the potential to change lives.