Schenectady school district to host college readiness program for eighth graders

Summer programming in GEAR UP is one of the key activities impacting student outcomes. Schenectady City School District in New York held a college preparatory experience this summer to expose students to GEAR UP and college. “I support any program that prepares our students for beyond the K-12 years,” Schenectady School Board President Bernice Rivera said. “Anything we can do, especially to partner with other…

Empowering Future Leaders: Highlights from the 2023 Lumberjack Leadership Summit

Northern Arizona University welcomed over 200 people for the 2023 Lumberjack Leadership Summit earlier this summer. Students and staff spent a week on campus learning about college, STEAM fields, leadership skills, and more. The Lumberjack Leadership Summit serves as a gateway for students to explore the world of higher education with immersive experiences. The experience is open to rising first-year students,…

Exploring Boundless Horizons: Appalachian State GEAR UP’s Unforgettable Summer of College Bus Tours

This summer, over 230 enthusiastic, rising 10th-grade students from the Appalachian State GEAR UP program embarked on six exciting quests to explore various campuses and programs of study across North Carolina. From marine biology at Cape Fear Community College to Industrial Design at North Carolina State University, the carefully planned itineraries offered students an opportunity to envision…

Middle School Students Receive Early College Support and Guidance through GEAR UP Program

This summer, New York GEAR UP students will have a head start on post high school opportunities. One hundred students from GEAR UP schools across the state of New York will be attending an early college experience day at Cornell University, where they’ll enjoy a walking tour of campus, a catered lunch in the dining hall, and a ‘choose your college experience’ activity. They’ll get a taste of what it would…