Come Join Us!!! College Bound 2008 A College Transition Program On the Virginia Tech Campus June...

Come Join Us!!!College Bound

2008A College Transition Program

On the Virginia Tech Campus

June 18-20, 2008

Our Goal

To provide students with To provide students with disabilities with learning disabilities with learning

experiences, information and experiences, information and mentoring to support successful mentoring to support successful

transition to college transition to college

You will:

• Attend a college class taught by a college professor

• Experience residential life on a college campus

• Explore assistive technologies• Talk with college professionals

about services (Student Services with Disabilities, Financial Aid, Admissions, ADA Office)

You will also:

• Get to know college student leaders with disabilities

• Develop relationships and support networks with peers, student leaders and professionals

You will learn:

• Time Management Strategies

• How to get college accommodations

• How to access assistive technologies

• About college programs and services

You will leave College Bound:

• Self determined • Motivated • Confident• Knowledgeable

Typical Student Sessions

• “Mock” Freshman Class

• Assistive Technologies Hands-on Experience

• College Health, Fitness, Social, Career & Academic Supports

• Q & A with Disability Service Providers from Several Colleges, Financial Aid, and other College Programs and Services

• Transition and College Success Strategies

Ultimately, College Bound Can:

• Prepare for College Success

• Improve Retention Rates

• Promote Self-advocacy

• Build Leadership Skills and Self-confidence

“I got to talk & make friends with people who are like me and understand what I go

through.”

“Push past the limit.”- Student Participant -

College Bound Leaders2007

VA Department of EducationVA Assistive Technology

New River Community CollegeRadford University

Virginia Tech VA State Outreach & Tech. Assist. Center

College Bound is sponsored by: