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October 22, 2022
RECRUITS' NEWSLETTER
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TRIO Upward Bound (UB) is a pre-college program that not only assists high school students in completing high school but also pursue and completing post-secondary education. UB teaches students about college entrance exams, college choices, preparing for college while still in high school, and so much more.
TRIO UB offers a wide range of services that help students gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to successfully graduate high school.
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The third of four recruitment meetings is this Saturday! Returning students will experience UB as the current members of the program. Instead of sticking with recruits, you will get a schedule and go experience the UB classes.
For students who have not been able to attend a meeting yet, we will get you all the information missed first. | When: Saturday, October 22
Time: 8:30 AM – 11:05 PM
Location: Sage Hall
1167 Union Circle,
Denton TX 76201
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Location Students will go to the first floor in the Sage Hall Building (you can put Sage Hall in your GPS and it'll take you there). The physical address is shown above. Breakfast will be set up on the first floor, similar to the last meeting. If you are driving, you can park in Lot 54 (Union Circle and Chesnut St.).
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| Parent Meeting Date: Saturday, October 22
Time: 1:15 PM -2:00 PM
Parents are invited to come to the UNT campus to get to know the TRIO Upward Bound program! This will give them an opportunity to understand the commitment needed and ask questions. This is also a great time for parents and students to get clarification about anything concerning the application.
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Interview Tips 1. Be sure you pay attention to each member's name and use that information throughout the interview.
2. Don't give short, two-word responses. Always try to expand on your answers.
3. Ask at least one question at the end of the interview (this shows interest).
4. You're amazing so be sure to make sure they know that. Don't downplay your accomplishments and wins!
5. Be honest.
6. At the end of the interview thank them for their time.
7. Understand your abilities and why you want to be a part of the program.
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October 1 / Saturday Academic Meeting
October 15 / Saturday Academic Meeting
October 22 / Saturday Academic Meeting
*Parent Meeting afterward
November 5 / Saturday Academic Meeting
Mid-December / Acceptance Letters
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 | Bring a Friend If you have a friend that is interested in the program but has not been able to attend the meetings, bring them! All students are all welcome to attend the Saturday Meetings.
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Prudential Emerging Visionaries Awards
Do you have a vision to transform your community — and the world— for the better? Where others see problems, do you see potential?
Apply for Prudential Emerging Visionaries and tell us how you are tackling financial or social barriers in your community and beyond!
Prudential Emerging Visionaries is a national recognition program that awards young people for their innovative solutions to financial and societal challenges in their communities. An Emerging Visionary is a changemaker – a young person with a bold vision for impact and a project to make it happen.
Winners may qualify to receive up to $15,000 in awards, an all-expenses-paid trip to Prudential’s headquarters* with a parent or guardian, as well as ongoing coaching and skills development to grow their projects.
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 3, 2022
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Requirements - Participants must be individuals between the ages of 14 – 18
- Participants must be legal residents of the United States or Puerto Rico.
- Participants must have started their project on or before June 1, 2022.
- Winners must bring one chaperone to the in-person event on April 22-25, 2023.
- Applications must be submitted in English. | Submersion Here’s how it works: Now through November 3, 2022, we're accepting applications from young leaders ages 14-18 across the country who are challenging the status quo and bringing fresh perspectives to solving financial and societal challenges.
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 From Tori: "Behave as you would if you are already in. That way, if you're rocking it, we know you'll rock it in the future. So maybe who you are in recruitment is who we need to see if you're accepted to UB. Don't wow us now and then underperform later."
|  From Eva Silvia: "Make sure you participate and stay off your phones during class."
|  From Martika: "If you know you do not have a strong application (maybe you are just not good at essays or your grades haven't been the best) utilize the in-person sessions as a way to be unforgettable. Be sure at least one staff person really knows you because that can help make up for the application."
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 | Questions
We know joining a new program can be overwhelming at times. You are taking on a lot of information quickly while also trying to make a good impression on the staff and current UB members. If you ever have a question or need clarification, please do not hesitate to ask us. We are here to help you understand our program. If you do not want to ask your question out loud either come up to us or send us an email.
Email: UntUpwardBound@unt.edu
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