Our Program

We begin working with students the summer before they begin college, and stay with them through the first year of their post-college career. We provide academic coaching, career development, social and cultural supports, and financial resources to level the playing field for our students.

Read on for a detailed overview of our programming.

Summer Curriculum

Workshops

• College Onboarding & the Academic Calendar

• Making Sense of Syllabi

• Time Management & Organization

• Managing Stress & Self-care

• Creating a Sense of Belonging on Campus

• Building a Resume & Utilizing Social Media as a Network Tool

Career Development Conversations

• Which career pathway is best aligned with your passion and skills?

• What will it take academically to remain on this career pathway?

• What types of summer opportunities do you need to experience to help you reach your career goals?

Career Trips

• What are the values of this company?

• Do they have a role here you can see yourself in?

• Does their office culture suit you?

Social and Cultural Experiences

• New Hampshire ropes course, Fenway, MFA, and dining in restaurants across the city

Focus Areas of Support

Academic Counseling to support career goals 

• Credit accumulation

• Course prerequisites

• GPA strategy

Social and Cultural Support

• Overall adjustment and transition

• Navigating PWIs

• Addressing mental health resources

Career Counseling 

• Exploration: Create awareness of the range of careers within industries and sectors and help build a professional network

• Preparation: Prepare a pathway to career success with internships and academics 

• Career Transition: Provide financial planning and career navigation support in the first post college professional job placement