2009 Summer Academy
July 19–23, 2009
Contact: summeracademy2009@ihep.org
Location: Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center Hotel & Spa
250 Racquet Club Road
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33326 | Map
What to Expect at the 2009 Summer Academy?
This upcoming Summer Academy will target strategies and best practices to increase college access and success for first-generation students. As research shows, first-generation college students face a variety of risk factors that impede college access and success, including lower levels of academic preparation, lower levels of parental engagement in the college-going process, and less academic confidence. As a result, these students are less likely to participate in academic and social activities associated with success in college, such as studying in groups, participating in extracurricular activities, and using support services. These students are present on every campus and could make a great contribution with help.
The Summer Academy will address first-generation student issues through daily activities that will help institutional teams integrate best practices in student learning, use of data to develop cultures of evidence, and developing strategies to sustain campus change and build buy-in.
Read the 2009 Summer Academy: “Cultivating Student Access & Success: Investing in First-Generation Student Achievement” brochure to learn more about what to expect at this year's event.
Registration Information
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Click here to register for the 2009 Summer Academy: “Cultivating Student Access & Success: Investing in First-Generation Student Achievement.”
- Online registration is now available and continues through May 1, 2009.
- Register early (before April 12, 2009) to receive the discounted registration rate of $850/individual. All registrations after this date will be $925.
- Registration may be paid online via credit or debit card OR by check mailed to:
Institute for Higher Education Policy
Attn: Shannon Looney
1320 19th Street, NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
- Registration includes extensive conference materials, one-on-one team consultant support, plus most meals.
- A late fee will be assessed for payments received after registration closes, May 30, 2009.
Financial Aid
Financial aid may be available to teams with demonstrated financial need. Institutions requesting financial aid must note their need when completing the registration form. Teams able to cover a portion of their participation expenses will receive preference during the award process.
Contact Information
For more information please e-mail summeracademy2009@ihep.org or contact Shannon Looney, program coordinator, at slooney@ihep.org or via phone 202-861-8223 ext. 203.
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