May 2018 Dear Student: Congratulations on your acceptance to SUNY Oneonta! Enclosed you will find important information regarding your mandatory attendance at the Educational Opportunity Program/Access to College Excellence (EOP/ACE) Summer Academy. EOP/ACE at Oneonta will provide you with leadership, guidance, support, and encouragement that will promote your individual development as well as make your stay at Oneonta a meaningful and enjoyable experience. Participation in our Summer Academy will provide you with academic preparation and advantages as you prime yourself for the demands of college studies. In order to succeed here, academics must be your first priority, so your attendance and active participation in this program is required. The program will begin Sunday, July 8 and will end Friday, July 27. You must be on campus by 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 8. While you will be responsible for your own transportation to and from Oneonta, SUNY Oneonta will cover your room and board. Both Trailways and Greyhound travel to and from Oneonta. We can meet you at the Oneonta bus terminal and bring you to campus. You must bring the following required items: 1) official identification including a NYS driver’s license, a NYS non-driver’s i.d. card (available from Department of Motor Vehicles) or official high school i.d. card with picture; 2) Federal financial aid PIN (FAFSA personal identification number); and, 3) SUNY Oneonta PIN. Also remember to bring enough personal items to last the entire three weeks of the program. The following is a small sample of what you need: alarm clock, pillow, linens, blankets, umbrella, some warm clothing (for cooler evenings), sneakers, toiletries, and prescription medication. Do not bring pets, microwaves, toaster ovens, hot plates, or anything that could be deemed contraband. Limited cell phone use will be strictly enforced. Understand that completion of our Summer Academy is mandatory. Failure to complete Summer Academy will result in loss of your opportunity to enroll as a student at SUNY Oneonta for the Fall semester. You will also participate in the campus-wide orientation in late August before you begin your fall classes. Please respond to all information about the College Orientation Program. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact a department Counselor at (607) 436-2496. We look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Lynda D. Bassette-Farone Director of Opportunity Programs (EOP/ACE) LBF:cp Enclosures

Office of Opportunity Programs • 116 Alumni Hall • SUNY Oneonta • Oneonta, NY 13820

K E Y DAT E S & D E A D L I N E S

Thursday, May 31 Deadline for ALL Documents

Sunday, July 8 by 2:00 p.m. Summer Academy Arrival

Friday, July 27 by Noon Summer Academy Departure

EOP/ACE SUMMER ACADEMY DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

Complete and Return all Documents

by May 31st

Summer Academy Agreement form

Student Abilities Self-Inventory

Summer Course Interests form

Interest Group Sign-up sheet

Parent Medical Consent

Parent Permission and Release

Summer Food Service Program Income Eligibility form Stamped, addressed envelope for returning your documents is enclosed

DEADLINE FOR RETURN: May 31, 2018

2018 EOP/ACE Summer Academy Agreement I, ________________________________________________ (name), agree to attend Summer Academy at SUNY Oneonta from Sunday, July 8, at 2:00 p.m. until Friday, July 27, 2018 at noon. I understand the purpose of the Summer Academy is to prepare me to excel academically while pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at SUNY Oneonta. I agree to make academics my top priority while I am here during the Summer Academy and throughout my college career. I will arrive on time for my classes, be prepared and participate. I understand if the staff determines that academics are not my priority while I am here during the Summer Academy a decision will be made determining whether I may stay or be sent home. I will be expected to abide by all College policies as well as the rules and regulations established by the Summer Academy staff including restricted cell phone usage (all policies and rules will be explained in detail on July 8, 2018). Adherence to regulations as outlined below is expected, as well as information presented by the Summer Academy staff on July 8, the information included in the College Catalog, as well as the Student Code of Conduct http://www.oneonta.edu/communitystandards/code-of-student-conduct.asp .

The following are PROHIBITED IN AND AROUND COLLEGE PROPERTY: • Possession, or being in the presence, of alcoholic beverages • Illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia • Illegal, disruptive, disorderly behavior or excessive noise • Weapons; possession or keeping of a deadly instrument on campus or use of

any object with intent to harm another is prohibited. • Candles, any open flame devices, or fuel of any type • Halogen lamps

I understand the terms of our agreement and am determined to make academics my priority throughout my college career. Students who have conditions that require special accommodations MUST contact Accessibility Resources at (607) 436-2137. EOP/ACE can assist you in contacting Accessibility Resources, if you choose, by calling 436-2496. Students with special dietary needs must describe them here: other ___________________________________ vegan gluten-free lactose intolerant vegetarian I authorize Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)/Access to College Excellence (ACE) to register me in Summer Academy courses and Introduction to Higher Education and/or Turning Point as required. EOP/ACE has permission to make adjustments to my schedule to facilitate enrollment in EOP/ACE courses. Signature ______________________________________ Date ____________________________ The best time to contact me is ____________ (time), at _____________________(phone). My t-shirt size is: ______________ I will not be attending the EOP/ACE Summer Academy at SUNY Oneonta and, therefore, forfeit my admission through the Educational Opportunity Program or Access to College Excellence. Signature __________________________________________ Date ______________________________

2018 EOP/ACE Summer Academy

Student Abilities Self-Inventory Last Name _________________________ First Name ______________________________ 1. During high school and/or grammar school, did you ever have an Individual Education Plan

(IEP) or an IEP planning meeting with your teachers, guidance counselor and possibly your parents? _____ no _____ yes _____ not sure

2. Were you ever tested by a Psychologist or other professional to find out if you needed help

with learning, testing or understanding anything that was taught in your classes? _____ no _____ yes; Approximate age tested ______ _____ not sure

3. Were you ever given any special type of educational or learning support services due to a

disability such as: (Check all that apply) _____ Audio books or a reader _____ Someone to assist you with note taking _____ Longer time periods to take tests and exams _____ Resource room services _____ Oral testing options _____ Image Enhancing Text _____ Tape recorders so that you can replay lectures _____ Other; Describe ________________________________________________

4. What is the first language that you learned? _________________________ 5. _____ I have chosen not to respond to this questionnaire. All students please sign: Student Signature ______________________________________________

2018 EOP/ACE Summer Academy

Course Interests

Last Name ______________________________ First Name _________________________

Student ID# _____________________________

EOP/ACE will assign you to courses for Summer Academy. This form is to gather information about your interests; it does NOT guarantee enrollment in any specific course or major. At this time, the major(s) you are most interested in is (are):

1. Major: ________________________________________

2. Major: ________________________________________

Please rank your interest in each of the courses listed below: 1 = most interested; 2 = somewhat interested; 3 = not interested _____ "Baldwin, Morrison and the Black Intellectual Tradition" (Africana & Latino Studies, ALS 194)

_____ Music Ensemble (MUSC 280)

_____ Survey of Career Fields (PROF 100)

_____ Test Taking Strategies (PROF 114)

_____ College Biology prep

Please list your highest Score(s): SAT Math

SAT Verbal

ACT Overall

List completed high school Math classes:

List completed AP or other College coursework:

2018 EOP/ACE Summer Academy

Interest Group Sign-Up Sheet

Name ___________________________________________________ Choose 3 groups that most interest you. Number them from 1-3 on the lines provided (1 being your top choice). ______ Variety Show Committee Purpose: to organize, produce, and host the Summer Academy Variety Show. This Interest Group will be responsible for soliciting acts from Summer Academy participants, faculty, and staff, as well as creating advertisements, programs, and other essential pieces for the show. With residential staff assistance, this group will conduct dress rehearsals and brief workshops about stage presence prior to the show. The group will also create at least two different performance pieces to be included in the show, whether it be a dance routine, skit, dramatic monologue, etc. ______ Student Opportunities and Leadership Committee (SOAL) Purpose: to acquire leadership skills and poise in preparation for potential service on the Committee as a Freshman Class Officer. Interest group members will be responsible for creating a video Yearbook that will serve as a visual record of Summer Academy. ______ Morale & Academic Excellence Recognition Committee Purpose: to recognize, motivate, and inspire staff and student participants of Summer Academy. The group will be charged with the task of awarding weekly recognition of students with “shout outs” as well as developing advertising campaigns to promote academic excellence, community building, respect, peer-to-peer support, spirit days, and civility. ______ Art Design Club Purpose: to demonstrate students’ artistic talent and design artwork for the following projects: variety show banner; and display group or individual artwork on residence hall bulletin boards. ______ Sports/Fitness/Health Purpose: to design activities and educational events to promote physical activity and a healthy lifestyle. Assist with planning and organizing athletic and/or healthy activities. The group will coordinate teams and produce a game that can be supported by the rest of Summer Academy by the end of the summer program. ______ Study Group Purpose: an opportunity to work independently or in groups on class assignments and projects. ______ Design Your Own (DYO) Don’t see something that interests you? Make a suggestion below.

Name of Interest Group: ______________________________________________________________________

What would the goal(s) of your group be? _______________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________

What to Bring to Summer Academy

MANDATORY: Official Photo Identification

Health Insurance Card Oneonta A0#, e-mail username and password Original Social Security Card (no copies) Federal Financial Aid PIN

Linens (sheets, blankets, pillow, pillowcases, towels, washcloths, etc.)

Toiletries & hair care products RECOMMENDED: Sneakers (comfortable shoes) Alarm clock Laundry detergent $50-$100 for shopping and recreational trips Clothing appropriate for warm & cool temperatures and

closing banquet Sunblock and bathing suit Umbrella/rain jacket Bookbag or Backpack Small fan

Limited cell phone use will be strictly enforced.

DO NOT BRING: Television Refrigerator Desktop computer Large stereo system

There is NO storage available on campus.

All items MUST return home at the end of Summer Academy.

SUNY Oneonta