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What is Summer Academy?
The Summer Academy is a
mandatory, tuition free, four-week program that provides an exciting and
challenging opportunity for new students entering each fall
semester. The program is designed to help students prepare
academically for the rigors of higher education coursework and
to take part in a college living environment. This experience
allows students to become familiar with their new surroundings
prior to the fall by establishing bonds with students and EOP
staff members. The incoming EOP students are introduced to
administrators, faculty, staff and campus facilities and have
the privilege of registration before other general admission
freshmen. Participants also have the opportunity to meet with
their individual EOP counselor to discuss any financial,
academic, personal and/or career concerns they might have. The
Educational Opportunity Program welcomes you to the 2008 Summer
Academy, and the staff is looking forward to an exciting and
memorable summer. |
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| What do
past participants have to say about their Summer Academy Experience? |
"My experience ... was one that prepared
me in the transition from high school to college. I
went in kicking and screaming, and after four weeks, left
with life long friends as well as knowing the various
services and people available to me. The relationship that
people establish with everyone involved in EOP, is one of
the strongest bonds there is at this college.”
Lisa Leonardo
Elementary Ed
Albany, NY
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"Before I went I was a little
disappointed that it was going to be almost 4 weeks long. After I
went I was disappointed it was only 4 weeks long! I would do it over
if I had the chance. The experiences and the fun I had could never
be explained...and the friends I made are irreplaceable. Thanks!"
Melinda Kozlowski
Mass Communications
Nesconset, NY
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“Summer
Academy prepared me for the challenges that I would be facing as an
incoming freshman. I had plenty of friends and I was definitely prepared
for the academics because of the lectures that were given in the
Academy. I grew as an individual because of learning and going through
all of the Academy experiences.”
Diana Greene
Music Industry
Queens, NY
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“Summer Academy to me was
considered a transition from high school to college life. It gave me the
opportunity to experience college life before actually starting college.
The experience was rewarding both academically and socially. We had the
chance to brush up on our writing and math skills and at the same time
we had a great time.”
Nakemma Durrant
Biology
Brooklyn, NY |
Summer academy was a wonderful experience! I
never thought a month of my summer would be used in such a good way.
The time management and all the hard work I did really paid off. I
came here In august and I am glad I went through with the academy. I
am prepared, have lots of friends, I know the campus, and I know how
to manage time and studying. THANK YOU EOP!
Jamie Lake
Communications Arts
Liberty, NY
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"The summer academy
program allowed me the opportunity to sharpen my English,
math and reading skills for the college’s placement exams.
It also allowed me the chance to get used to the college
environment, along with meeting different students and EOP
staff members.”
Eugenio
Martinez
Computer Art
Bronx, NY
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