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YES Prep Southeast Senior Earns Academic Honors from Union College
May 19, 2011 by Monique Calderon
When Marissa Martinez, soon to graduate from YES Prep Southeast, visited Union College in Schenectady, New York this past fall, she had a feeling that it was the college for her. Its small size, devotion to students and commitment to diversity were just some of the many attributes that made Union College such an attractive option. When she received her admit letter this past spring, she pretty much knew it was where she wanted to go. Recently, she received some exciting news that only solidified her desire to attend.
Marissa was recently selected to be a participant in Union College’s Academic Outreach Program (AOP). The purpose of this need-based program is to encourage and welcome geographic diversity. Out of 450 applicants, she was one of 15 students selected from across the nation to be a part of this year’s cohort. As an AOP scholar, she will join a cohort of 30 students (15 other students selected from within the state of NY) that will enjoy a host of supportive benefits. These include: a six week summer enrichment program; tutoring services; professional development workshops once a week geared towards securing a job and summer internships and the cost of all books completely covered all four years. To sweeten the deal, she also received a fully funded financial aid package!
Of course, Marissa has graciously accepted the offer. She will be the F1RST in her family to attend college so this unique and exciting opportunity will allow her to take great pride and comfort in also becoming the F1RST YES Prep student to attend Union College. Congratulations, Marissa!
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