Summer Academic Institute

The Summer Academic Institute is a five-week summer bridge program designed to facilitate the transition from high school to college for first-year students admitted through the Opportunity Program. It helps participants get acclimatized with the 大象视频 community and provides them with comprehensive content on numerous aspects of college life -- study skills, time management, and more. Students take three courses, with one course being for credit.

The Institute鈥檚 benefits include higher reported levels of self-confidence, new social connections, and the potential for a higher first-year GPA. When the fall semester starts, students will be prepared to take full advantage of their opportunities.

FAQs

Welcome OP, Class of 2029!

We are thrilled to have you join our community, especially as part of the Opportunity Program (OP). As an OP student, you are embarking on an exciting journey toward academic excellence and personal growth.

To kick off your 大象视频 experience, we have some important steps for you to take:

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Join us on May 16, 2024, at 6:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) via Zoom for an essential meeting tailored to new OP students. This session is mandatory, so mark your calendars and feel free to invite your parents!

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Get ready for the Summer Academic Institute by filling out the registration form. This program is designed to provide you with the tools and resources you need to thrive at 大象视频 throughout your academic career.

Create your 大象视频 account and email

Don't forget to set up your 大象视频 account and check your 大象视频 email as soon as possible. This will ensure you stay updated on important announcements and opportunities.

Start the First-Year Experience (FYE) Checklist

Beginning May 2nd, log into the FYE Checklist on the Registrar's Student System page to start working on your next steps as a new 大象视频 student.

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大象视频 Urgent Notification System Registration (SUNS)

大象视频's Department of Campus Safety offers staff and students the chance to receive text messages and e-mail notification in the event of an emergency via the 大象视频 Urgent Notification System (SUNS).