MIRIAM L. BOCCHETTI CAMP DIRECTOR/PI

CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY &

JAIME MIRANDACAMP DIRECTOR/PI

UNIV. OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY (EDINBURG)

ACADEMIC BASED RETENTION STRATEGIES

CWU CAMP TIMELINE OF SERVICESJULY:

Focus: Discover! Orientation-five sessions

Services include assistance with fall quarter registration, housing assignments (and deferments) as well as financial aid assistance.

Students fill out mentee applications to be paired with a CAMP Mentor for the first 6 weeks of Fall Quarter

Director attends Annual Director’s Meeting in DC

AUGUST:

Necessary follow-up with students is conducted and incoming student cohort is finalized Any students who did not attend Discover Orientation are contacted by CAMP staff

SEPTEMBER:

Focus: prepare for academic year

Official CAMP Program Orientation is held as well as bonding activities (social, BBQ) Students participate in Wildcat Welcome Weekend (WWW) CAMP staff assist students with the move in process Mentor Social is held so that mentor/mentees to get to know one another CAMP specific sections of UNIV 101 begin

OCTOBER:

First monthly seminar is held. Topic: Health and Wellness. Various speakers are brought into inform the students about their services; physical appointments are offered

Students begin signing up for Individual Education Plan (IEP) appointments. Staff will begin meeting one on one with all students

NOVEMBER:

Monthly seminar topic: Representatives from relevant centers such as Center for Diversity and Social Justice, Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement

Registration for next quarter takes place

DECEMBER:

Monthly seminar topic: potluck dinner and white elephant gift exchange. Final stipends for this calendar year are distributed

JANUARY:

Monthly seminar topic: FAFSA workshop for CAMP students Quarterly Check-ins are scheduled/conducted Students attend NWSLC in Portland, OR UNIV 102: College Survival Skills course begins

FEBRUARY:

Seminar topic: FAFSA Follow-up workshop for CAMP students Latino/a Educational Achievement Project (LEAP) Conference in which students visit state capitol

in Olympia as well as attend workshops with various topics

MARCH:

Monthly seminar topic: Student Employment/Work Study, Next year housing options Spring Trip takes place, 20-25 students to Seattle (museum, tour, cultural meal) Washington State CAMP Consortium Leadership Retreat is held

APRIL:

Seminar topic: Scholarships/Internships Quarterly Check-ins are scheduled and conducted Mentoring program announcement made, applications handed out Mentor selections are made and training is held

MAY:

Seminar topic: Student Support Services (SSS) TRiO program Fall Advising is conducted End of the Year Recognition Banquet and Graduate Luncheon External program evaluation is conducted Staff attends NASDME Conference

JUNE:

Focus: CAMP Staff Development

(End of the Year BBQ is held for continuing students) CAMP staff conducts 1 day (8 hour) staff development where the year is evaluated. We re-

familiarize ourselves with the grant proposal, program policies and procedures, federal regulations, and university protocol. Decisions will be made to make changes regarding program policy and implementation schedule.

CAMP staff participates in teambuilding retreat with HEP staff.

UNIVERSITY 101 UNIVERSITY 102

Every first year freshman takes this course

CAMP has two sections of thirty students each

Class meets only once a week Many guest speakers and campus

resources Advising piece is a large

component In addition, our program advisor

meets with each student Students are informed and

become familiar with graduation requirements

Students will gain a broader perspective regarding topics such as diversity, cultural sensitivity and adversity.

Student will develop a substantial foundation of skills and strategies for academic success regarding topics such as time management, goal setting, test taking, motivation, and critical reading.

Students will be able to identify the positive benefits and values of establishing good study habits early on in their academic career.

  Students will be aware of the array of struggles

and challenges college students face.  Students will gain understanding of how their

individual independence, emotional intelligence, wellness, and personal attitude influence their academic performance and success.

CWU CAMP COURSES

UNIVERSITY 102:STRATEGIES FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS

Instructor: Mayra Nambo mnambo@cwu.edu

Office: Hertz Hall, Room 102A Office Phone: 509.963.1790 Cell Phone: 509-899-6129

Office Hours: M-F 8:00AM-12:00PM 1:00PM-5:00PM

Required Text: Lipsky, Salley A. College Study: The Essential Ingredients Optional Material: -A day planner, electronic calendar, or other scheduling tool for time management Course Objective: This course is designed to introduce you to many different study techniques that will assist you in becoming a successful college student. Throughout this course we will focus on elements of learning such as how to improve memory and concentration, provide you with a deeper understanding of time management, general study skills, and various note-taking methods, as well as the ability to recognize your specific learning style as tailored specifically to collegiate environment. We hope that ultimately you will utilize these techniques and apply them as best you can to your studies to eventually overcome all obstacles and achieve academic success in college. The following list, though not exhaustive, highlights the main themes we will identify and focus on throughout the quarter.

* Learning Styles * Information Processing * Academic Success * Improving Memory * Time Management * Test-Taking Strategies * Studying Effectively * Stress/Anxiety Management * Taking Lecture Notes * Critical Reading

CWU CAMP MENTORING PROGRAM

Incoming students are assigned past CAMP students as mentors

Mentors are paid employees and trained as suchMentees fill out a form with interests and contact

infoMentors are sent letters with mentee contact info

prior to the start of the year and encouraged to make contact with them

Activities such as ice cream social and mentor/mentee BBQ scheduled for students to meet each other

Mentor program enhances program retention

MENTOR AND MENTEE APPLICATIONS

Central Washington University CAMP Mentorship Program

2014-2015 Mentee Application

Name: _____________________________ Student ID#: ___________________ CWU Address:______________________________________________________ Cell phone #: ______________________ Email:__________________ Summer Address: _________________________________________________________ Summer Phone #: ____________________ Potential: _____________________ Please list some of your academic interests/co-curricular activities: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ What do you like to do for fun in your spare time? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please list some of your academic goals and strengths: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please identify specific areas with which you’d like assistance from your CAMP mentor? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ May a mentor contact you during the summer? YES or NO (If yes, please sign below so we may give out your phone number and email address) Signature: ___________________________________________________

Central Washington University Mentorship Program 2014

Mentor Application - PLEASE ATTACH RESUME

Name: __________________________________ Student ID#:________________ Current address: __________________________________________________________ Current phone #: (______)_________________ Email: __________________________ Permanent address: _______________________________________________________ Permanent phone #: (_____)_________________ Year: Fr._______ So.______ Jr.______ Sr.______ Grad Std.______ # of credits for Fall 2012: ______________ Major: _____________________ Current Cumulative GPA: ______________ Please list your extra-curricular activities: (Clubs, Groups, Sports) Please describe why you’d like to be a Mentor to a CAMP Student: Please describe any gifts, talents, or qualities you have to offer to your mentee: Student Signature: ________________________________ Date: ______________

College Assistance Migrant Program400 E. University, Way, Ellensburg WA 98926-7429Phone: (509) 963-1729 Fax: (509) 963-1724

CAMP STUDENT CONTRACT 2014-2015

I, _________________________, agree that, in order to participate in the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) at Central Washington University, I will comply with the conditions listed below.

I AGREE TO (Please initial each item):

___ Give serious attention to academics; I will attend all my classes, make a conscientious effort to promptly complete all assignments, and seek additional assistance, such as tutoring, when needed.

___ Maintain a grade point average (GPA) above a 2.0 and complete a minimum of 12 credits per quarter. (Failure to maintain either of these requirements may result in dismissal from the CAMP Program due to strict federal guidelines all programs must adhere to)

___ Register for the CAMP class for the first two quarters (UNIV 101/102)

___ Meet with my assigned CAMP advisor a minimum of two times per quarter.

___ Complete required study table hours (4 hours per week)

___ Meet with my peer mentor regularly for the first six weeks of fall quarter AND respect his/her time by being on time for scheduled meetings

___ Attend all required CAMP sponsored activities, including, but not limited to, CAMP new student orientation and monthly meetings.

___ Respect my CAMP staff and peers (this includes showing up on time for all CAMP meetings-individual or group)

___ Observe and follow all rules and guidelines set forth by CWU student conduct.

The College Assistance Migrant Program at CWU agrees to:· Solicit the input of CAMP students whenever possible to enhance student success and program.

· Provide CAMP students with academic and other support deemed essential for each students’ success at Central Washington University.

· Support CAMP students and/or their petitions before university departments and committees as necessary

Termination from CAMP may occur if:· Any violation of this agreement may cause partial or complete loss of CAMP scholarship, stipend and/or program services as well as possible termination from the program. · Any student found in violation of any university rules or regulations concerning drugs or alcohol, sexual harassment, or acts of violence will be terminated immediately from the CAMP

program.

I have read and understand the terms of my contract with CAMP; I agree to honor this contract between myself and the CWU CAMP program.

_________________________________ ________________________________CWU CAMP Student Signature Date

INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLAN & QUARTERLY CHECK IN

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CWU Col l ege Assistance Migr ant Pr ogr am Individual Education Pl an

NAME:____________________________ Student #_____________________ DATE___________ STAFF MEMBER: _________________________

Past/ Pr esent EDUCATION:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ First Generation Student: · Yes · No (parents never attended a university) AREA OF INTEREST:___________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ PERSONAL:___________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

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GOALS Year of Compl etion EDUCATION:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ CAREER:_____________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ PERSONAL:___________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

HOW I’M GOING TO GET THERE OBJ ECTIVES Year of Compl etion EDUCATION:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ CAREER:_____________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ PERSONAL:___________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

STUDENT NAME_______________________________________ DATE ____________________ ADDRESS:______________________________________________ PHONE________________________

ACADEMIC

EARNED CREDITS GPA CURRENT CUMULATIVE

ACADEMIC STANDING · good · warning · probation · suspension REMEDIAL/TRANSITIONAL Y/N English Y/NMath

FINANCIAL

FALL WINTER SPRING SUMMER

Attempted/ Completed

Completed__________% for year. OTHER

NEW QUARTER CHECKLIST

Confirm / change schedule, included in file Update contact info Discussed/reviewed CLEP Test info Give /discuss monthly seminar schedule Has decided on/applied to/ been accepted to major/minor departments Discussed/reviewed financial aid/met SAP Needs tutoring in: Has signed Student Contract/Release of Information Student had _____ Advisor contacts AND _____ additional contacts last quarter

Goals For Quarter: Academic Personal Class Schedule Notations

ACADEMIC RECOVERY GROUP Designed for students who are

not performing up to university set academic standard

Meetings focus on enhanced study strategies and techniques

Appropriate referrals made to necessary resources

Emphasis group is not a punishment but additional support for students

Shared goal made at beginning of group meeting

Reward given when students reach shared goal

COLLEGE ASSISTANCE MIGRANT PROGRAM (CAMP) Student Performance Contract

___________, ___________ _____________________________ Quarter Year Student ID Number I, ____________________________________________, agree to work cooperatively with the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) staff in an attempt to improve my academic performance and to increase my grade point average (GPA). I agree to develop and follow a plan of action, evaluate my performance with my advisor as the quarter progresses, and make changes as necessary. Failure to follow these requirements may result in my losing program eligibility. 1. I will meet weekly/biweekly/ times this quarter with my CAMP advisor

to discuss my progress and any problems that I am having. I will bring relevant class notes, test/ quizzes, papers, etc to these meetings.

Our schedule of meetings for the quarter is as follows: 2. I give the CAMP staff permission to contact my professors concerning class

attendance and progress. 3. I agree to the following additional requirements and/ or restrictions: These conditions will remain in effect for one quarter and will need to be renegotiated each quarter until I am back in good academic standing. I have read, agreed to, and received a copy of the terms of this contract. As a student in Academic Recovery Group, I __________________________ understand all information is considered confidential. I acknowledge my responsibility to respect the confidentiality of student’s academic information discussed during these meetings and to follow CAMP procedures in order to protect privacy. I further understand that if I am found acting indiscreet with confidential material or not protecting privacy of a student’s academic information, I will be dismissed from meetings and accept consequences that follow. Student Signature Date CAMP Advisor Date

The CAMP center

Retention- Lets keep them in school

What works

Engagementtutoringlife skillscustomer service student meetingsmentoring field tripsfinancial assistance

Customer service

   We hire CAMP alumni as office aides

(when possible)

Open door policy for all staff

Established student referral process

Funds from work study office to pay tutors/mentors

½ day retreat with all staff

Engagement

Be Present

Be RelevantConnect

Tutoring/Mentoring

All our students are assigned a tutoring plan of either 4 or 5 hours a week (study tables)

We assign 9 students per tutor

Tutor is a CAMP alumni (when possible)

Tutor is also a mentor

Tutors are also case managers/advocates

Life skills class

Non college credit course with CAMP counselor

Class ratio is 12:1

Meets once a week (55 minutes) yes we serve snacks!

Sample syllabus

Resume writing, scholarship applications, financial literacy, surviving your 1st year

Other Life Skills topics

Monthly/Weekly/Daily Planners

Learning Styles

Note Taking

Test Taking

Review ENGAGE®

• Studying for a Test

• Time Management

• Stress Relieve

• Self Defense/ Campus Safety

What about the field trips

We have many who sign up but don’t go

We make available community service events, but they don’t go

We offer other student development workshops around campus, but they still don’t go

We all will have different takes on this? We are a commuter campus.

Academic Progress Reports

Conducted mid semester to ensure students are progressing in good academic standing.

Advisor/tutor

appointment is scheduled to review with student.

Student initials report

Return rate has been low- around 50-60%

We have tried emailing report, and hand carrying.

The university has an Early Warning System, but so far it is not mandatory for faculty to use.

Why do you stay in CAMP

End of year exit interview with all students

The camaraderie

The support services (informal networks)

A home away from home

The welcoming environment

The Staff

CAMP Student Internship Program

Students have the opportunity to gain work experience in their chosen field of study.

Designed to assist students in determining if chosen major is right for them.

Real experience their 1st year of college