To help first-generation students succeed, colleges enlist their parents

The higher education initiative, Reach Higher, launched by Michelle Obama in 2014, recently shared an article from The Hechinger Report highlighting the importance of family engagement. Chicago GEAR UP was featured for their innovative techniques in family engagement. 2019 NCCEP/GEAR UP Family Leader of the Year, Alma Vargas, shared her higher education story and how the support of GEAR UP for her students inspired her to…

2019 National Writing Project of Acadiana/GEAR UP wraps up with performances

The 2019 National Writing Project of Acadiana in collaboration with Lafayette GEAR UP recently wrapped up a convening of participants by featuring the literary work they had created during the program. Toby Daspit, co-director of the National Writing Project of Acadiana said, “It’s extremely special and celebrates the power of the written word... They have been working hard all week and writing amazing pieces and all…

GCU STEM camps balance youths’ summer equation

GEAR UP students from Arizona recently visited Grand Canyon University to explore various STEM career opportunities. They participated in activities such as examining the relationship of various science elements and color within wavelengths, what goes into 3D printing, and neurons' relationships with the brain.