UI ready to guide GEAR UP Iowa students through first year of college

GEAR UP students at the University of Iowa participated in a summer bridge program online earlier this summer. There were able to participate in a variety of lessons and even a mock lecture where they were able to practice note-taking in a college class. Angela Lamb, assistant director of academic support and retention at the University of Iowa said, “GEAR UP has been a part of these students’ lives since seventh grade, and…

Traci Aucoin on the Discover Lafayette podcast: GEAR UP program key as 70% of jobs require some education after high school

Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) GEAR UP Project Director Traci Aucoin, an NCCEP Board Member, recently featured the important work of GEAR UP in her community and nationwide on a local Lafayette podcast episode. As close to 70% of jobs require some form of education after high school, LPSS GEAR UP is providing critical college readiness to over 3,000 students in…