Summer Adventures and Academic Success Upward Bound Upward Bound Rural
Upward Bound & Upward Bound Rural- Bridging the Gap to Higher Education The Upward Bound & Upward Bound Rural programs at CBC provided an immersive summer experience for their participants. The six-week residential summer/bridge program, running from May 29th to July 6th, offered a range of academic, support, and supplemental services to aid in the transition from high school to college. Bridge scholarship recipients had the opportunity to live on campus and enroll in two college courses, earning up to eight hours of college credit. They also took part in a financial literacy course and a socioemotional development course, equipping them with vital skills for their academic and personal growth. The program further enriched their experience through the Work Study Internship Program, which allowed students to preview careers in fields of their interest. Rising juniors and seniors also had the opportunity to stay on campus for six weeks, earning three hours of college credit for completing EDUC 1300. They benefited from academic support and supplemental services tailored to their needs, including advanced academic courses in various subjects. From July 17th to 20th, the Upward Bound
program organized a summer trip to Austin, TX. The participants had the opportunity to explore higher ed institutions such as the University of Texas at Austin and Texas State University. Additionally, they visited attractions including the Texas State Capital, Museum of Ice Cream, Zilker Botanical Garden, Bullock Texas State History Museum, and Schlitterbahn Water Park.
The annual UB & UBR Banquet celebrated graduates' achievements on July 6th and featured speeches by Dr. Kayla Devora-Jones and Pete Martinez.
TRIO Thursdays Fostering Connections and Personal Growth
The TRIO programs organized a series of summer events to foster interaction, personal growth, and networking among students. These events included: • STEM Exploration: Students engaged in a hands-on STEM workshop, exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math fields. • TRIO Alumni/TRIO Bowl Event): Former TRIO participants shared their experiences, while attendees enjoyed friendly competition during TRIO Bowl Games. • Student Success Workshop/Blackout-Glow Dance (June 22nd): The workshop focused on problem- solving, effective communication, and habits for success. Students celebrated with a costume blackout-glow dance and refreshments. To learn more about the TRIO programs available at CBC, visit coastalbend.edu/trio.
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