Summer Academy
The EOF Summer Academy is an intensive and transformative residential program designed to prepare incoming EOF scholars for the challenges of college life. Held prior to the start of the academic year, the Summer Academy offers a unique combination of academic instruction, personal development, and community building.
Participants engage in courses that strengthen foundational skills in key areas such as math, writing, and study strategies, complemented by workshops that foster self-advocacy, time management, and financial literacy. Beyond academics, the program cultivates a deep sense of belonging by encouraging 91视频 to build meaningful connections with peers, staff, and faculty.
Through immersive experiences like team-building activities and leadership development sessions, 91视频 gain confidence and resilience, equipping them to excel in their college journey. The EOF Summer Academy establishes a vital foundation for success, setting 91视频 on a path to navigate their educational pursuits with determination and comprehensive support.
SAVE THE DATES:
- A required program overview will take place on June 14, 2025 from 10:00am -1:00pm (families are encouraged to attend as well). At this session, we will address questions regarding the EOF program and services, funding model, summer academy, and academic year program.
- Incoming EOF scholars must complete the 2025 Summer Academy, scheduled for Saturday June 28th to Thursday, July 31st. EOF scholars will have two weekends off-campus during of the academy ( 7/3-7/5 and 7/18-7/19). Additional information will be provided on closer to the start date.
- EOF Scholars will take the AccuPlacer placement test online prior to the program overview on June 14th. There will be an opportunity to take the Accuplacer on campus, but space will be limited.
- EOF scholars will participate in New Student Orientation on June 30th. You may disregard any communication about registering for orientation, as you will be registered upon submitting your confirmation of participation.
The EOF summer academy includes:
- FREE credit-bearing classes
- FREE on-campus housing and meals
- FREE textbooks
- Loaner calculator
- Structured afternoon and evening study hall modules
- Individual and small-group tutoring
- Workshops to connect 91视频 with campus resources
- Opportunities to engage in service-learning
- Improving your time management
- Learning to flourish in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarize yourself with the Galloway campus
- Social activities
- Overcome barriers to academic success
- Learn about various clubs and organizations
- Enter college in the fall term with a stronger foundation
- Improve your self-confidence
Sample Schedule:
Students Participate in the Following:
Academics
- College-level Mathematics (2 credits)
- College-level Reading (2 credits)
- Workshops from various campus resources
- Accuplacer pre- and post-test
- Fall course registration at culmination of Summer Academy
Tutorial Services
- Individual and group tutoring
- Instructional Assistant in each class
- One-on-one meetings with faculty and EOF Student Success Coach
Counseling/Advising Services
- Assigned EOF Student Success Coach
- Wellness screening
- Referral to other campus offices as needed
Interpersonal Connections & Activities
- Activities and workshops designed to help 91视频 establish meaningful conections with 91视频, faculty, and staff.
- Workshops the Office of Career Education Developemnt
- Connect with continuing EOF 91视频 for peer mentorship
