Impact in Year 2 | GVSU TRIO Detroit Scholars Go International
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Top Image: Group photo of GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit Scholars at the MI-CAPP Student Leadership Summit in Grand Traverse City, Michigan.
Left Image: Mary Sheffield, Detroit City Council President receives a GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit shirt from Adam Harris, Director and Mikal O’Neal, Program Coordinator
One of my messages to our TRIO Scholars this year was “Don’t just be ordinary, Be Extraordinary.” I am blessed to be around students who are pursuing their talents and gifts through creative and innovative ways. Everytime I get the opportunity to work with our Scholars, I am reminded of how much talent is in the pipeline of Metro Detroit students. There is so much potential for excellence, and my hope is that every Scholar can realize their own potential.
This year our staff had the opportunity to work a full year of programming with our students and their families, and we are grateful to have some amazing moments and memories to share with you in this Annual Report we call “Impact in Year 2: TRIO Scholars Go International.” Take a moment to view this publicaton for yourself and see some of the great moments and momentum that GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit is providing students right here in Motown. Huge thank you to all of our community partners and sponsors. This work cannot be done without you.
EVERYTIME I GET THE OPPORTUNITY TO WORK WITH OUR SCHOLARS, I AM REMINDED OF HOW MUCH TALENT IS IN THE PIPELINE OF METRO DETROIT STUDENTS.
EXTRAORDINARY ONE MUST DO BE BETO EXTRA EXTRA
Grand Valley State University's TRIO Upward Bound Detroit Program is working to provide a Space to Believe. A Place to Belong. A Time to Become. Our environment is infused with love, compassion, and care for every student with whom we meet and connect.
SCHOLAR PRINCIPLES
STUDENT SUCCESS & PERFORMANCE
3.1
2023-2024 AVERAGE GPA
15 28
SENIORS: CLASS OF 2024
STUDENTS HAD 3.5 GPA OR HIGHER
3.5 CLUB
For the 2023-2024 Academic School Year, GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit Scholars had an average Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.1. Of the Scholars who were admitted and served this year, 37 Scholars had a cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or higher, with 28 Scholars having a 3.5 GPA or higher. Twenty Scholars were recognized with the Academic Champion Award for having a 3.7 GPA or higher for all four quarters of the academic school year. There were 15 seniors from the Class of 2024. Every senior completed their FAFSA, applied and was accepted into a college and/or trade school. All seniors will be enrolled in the Fall of 2024
2023-2024
FallHighlightswithTRIOUBDetroit
ThanksgivingDayParade
America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White is Detroit’s most visible civic event, a positive demonstration of the best this community has to offer to its people and the greater American community This past fall, a total of 10 volunteers from GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit participated in the 2023 Thanksgiving Day Parade as banner carriers. The experience brought a lot of smiles and memories for people in attendance along Woodward Avenue in downtown Detroit
Below: Kelvin Slaughter was photographed by the Free Press as an outstanding Metro Detroit high school senior who made his college application stand out
Above: Da’Kaylah Napier was photographed by the Free Press as an outstanding Metro Detroit high school senior who made his college application stand out.
FallHighlightscontinued... FirstGenDayCelebration
Gen Day, also known as the National First-Generation ge Celebration, takes place every November 8 and rs the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965. The al legislation ushered in programs like TRIO, which de services to college, middle and high school students underserved backgrounds GVSU TRIO Upward Bound it celebrated First Gen Day on November 10, 2023 Scholars heard from speakers, received a surprise visit Dr. B. Donta Truss, Vice-President for Enrollment
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
WORKSHOPS:
Financial Literacy
Ally Financial
Careers Behind Sports
Detroit Lions
STEM Workshop
Greek Life Spotlight
OTHER: Food, Giveaways, Live DJ, Free T-Shirt and more
100% ENJOYED THEIR EXPERIENCE.
Percentage of Survey Responses that expressed students enjoyed their National TRIO Day experience
National TRIO Day
TRIO programs nationwide came together on February 24, 2024, to celebrate the 38th anniversary of National TRIO Day and to raise awareness about the importance of educational opportunity for low-income, first-generation students GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit celebrated National TRIO Day on Friday, February 16th at the GM Learning Center in downtown Detroit, inside the Detroit Renaissance Center.
K N O W Y O U R R I
Driven by a passionate commitment to uplift Black and Brown communities, Know Your Rights Camp wholeheartedly embraces the power of education to inspire self-empowerment, mobilize communities, and pioneer transformative systems.
Our 12th camp was held at Cass Technical High School in Detroit. Youth in attendance were presented with valuable knowledge about finance and opportunities within the tech industry. The event also emphasized the importance of nurturing both the mind and body through presentations about mental health and physical health.
GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit Scholars were invited to participate in Colin Kaepernick’s Know Your Rights Camp that took place in Detroit on Saturday, April 13, 2024 There were 16 Scholars in attendance for this once in a lifetime opportunity All participants in attendance received breakfast, lunch and dinner In addition to the meals, students received workshops on mental health, physical health, technology, legal rights, history, education, finance and art Lastly, all participants walked away with a new pair of Air Force 1s, a Nike backpack, a coupon for Ben & Jerry’s icecream, and books to read
TRIO SCHOLARS GO
O INTERNATIONAL
C.L.U.B.AwardWinners C.L.U.B.AwardWinners
2023-2024
Director's Award
Kelvin Slaughter
Leadership Award
Alaya Durham
Reagan Pitts
Spirit Award
Cayla Hicks
Kendrick Lile
Most Improved Certificate
Tahira Boddie
Denisha Shelby
Malcolm Williams
Emerging Leader Certificate
Tiara Hamilton
Bryce Wilson
RISING ST R
12 GOLD STAR AWARDS
3.0 Grade Point Average. Minimum of 95% In-School Attendance. Minimum of 75% Afterschool Tutoring.
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SILVER STAR AWARDS
2.8 Grade Point Average. Minimum of 90% In-School Attendance. Minimum of 75% Afterschool Tutoring.
CLASS OF 2024
GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit has greatly opened my horizons to be a college ready student. I have learned that I myself, am the only one who can drive me to success, which I can use to help others to be great.
Kelvin
Slaughter, C/O 2024
Right: Mikal O’Neal and Adam Harris present Kelvin Slaughter with the Director’s Award
15 CLASS OF 2024 SENIORS. 100% DETROIT PROMISE APP COMPLETION.
Robert Robinson
Alaya ll Harris
Robert Elli
Lakiaya Godfrey
Kelvin Sla
100% FAFSA COMPLETION. 120+ COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES.
Mary Sheffield
Detroit City Council President
Kelvinhonoredas“BrightestandBest”
Kelvin Slaughter will graduate from University Prep Art & Design High School He has over a 4 0 GPA and has achieved multiple awards including Honor Roll and Principal's list. He is an Executive Officer of his school's National Honor Society chapter and a member of GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit. Kelvin loves to tell jokes and see people smile Kelvin will be attending the University of Michigan in the summer to study biochemistry and pursue his career in Orthodontics
CareerDaywithAllyFinancial
GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit Students visited Ally Financial in downtown Detroit on Thursday, November 30, 2023 Scholars participated in a day long Career Day experience where students heard from executive leaders of Ally about the financial industry and personal journeys of professionals who made it into their current roles. Ally Financial provided space for the gathering and lunch for the students. Overall the day was a huge success.
CareerDaywithBlackLeaders
GVSU TRIO hosted a 2nd Semester Orientation on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the Grand Valley State University Detroit Center. To celebrate Black History Month, three black leaders from metro Detroit were invited to share about their career path and success tips for TRIO Scholars Huge thank you goes out to Chris Rutherford, Dr. Lucetry B. Dalton-Trusty, Denzell Turner and Delrisha Hayes for sharing their time and Saturday with our Scholars and Families
Detroit College Access Network Executive Director
Cyekeia Lee
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DETROIT PISTONS TICKETS
More than 60 GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit Scholars were provided multiple tickets to the Detroit Pistons games during the 20232024 season to enjoy a night out with family and friends.
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DETROIT PISTONS GAMES
The GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit program took advantage of seven Detroit Pistons games from the Pistons Community Ticket program for the 2023-2024 season.
Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! I am beyond excited to kick off another year with you, filled with growth, learning, and opportunities that will help you reach new heights in your academic and personal journeys. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, I want you to know that you are part of an incredible community committed to excellence.
As TRIO scholars, you have already shown a deep commitment to your education, and this year is going to be all about taking that commitment to the next level. Our goal is to provide you with the tools, support, and experiences that will help you excel not just in the classroom, but in life There will be challenges, no doubt, but I have complete confidence in your ability to overcome them, especially with the strength and resilience you all possess.
I am truly looking forward to seeing the hard work, dedication, and passion you bring to this year. We have so many exciting events, workshops, and activities planned, all designed to help you grow and prepare for your future. Together, we are building a strong foundation for your success, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to be part of this journey with you.
Here’s to an incredible year ahead! I can’t wait to see all that you will accomplish.
MikalO’Neal
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