 "The HU Pre-College/Summer Bridge Program was an ideal
stepping stone for our son's transition from high school to college.
The six weeks proved to be an excellent combination of academics,
socialization, and dormitory life, encouraging him as he prepared
for his freshman year. Making friends, networking with faculty
and administrators, learning his way around campus, becoming
familiar with Hampton's history and traditions, and building
confidence increased his chances for success. The energetic and
nurturing Pre-College staff were exceptional...paving the way
for our son's Hampton experience to become both a positive and
productive one in his life"
Harold and Anita Booker
Willingboro, New Jersey
"The Pre-College Program enhanced
my confidence as well as my academic well-being. The positive
college environment allowed me to receive a head start for the
incoming freshman year."
Kevin Beauford
Chicago, Illinois
"The Pre-College Program really
helped my son's transition from high school to college. He was
able to meet people from all over the country and spread his
academic wings. It was a really great experience for him."
Dr. Zaphon Wilson
Hampton, Virginia
"I reluctantly enrolled in the
program because I was initially afraid to be 12 hours away from
home. However, with lots of counseling and reassurance from the
staff and faculty at HU I am now in my junior year with a current
cumulative grade point average of 3.46! I am so glad that I attended
the program."
Yolanda Seay
Cincinnati, Ohio
"As a parent, I felt that Hampton
University's Pre-College Program offered my son an advance opportunity
as a "Rising Senior" to experience the rewards of college
life. The faculty provided an enriched and rewarding academic
environment for both young men and women. It is certainly a positive
experience for any student."
Janice D. Lucas
Mitchellville, Maryland
The following is a letter sent by a student to the Director of the Pre-College Program.
"Dear Dr. Barbara Inman,
Good, better, best, are three words I will remember for a lifetime. Attending the summer-bridge program at Hampton University was one of the greatest experiences of my life. During my five week stay at Hampton University I matured and grew as a person. The five week bridge program flew by, before I knew it I found myself saying good bye to all my friends and hoping to see them in the fall. As I began my seven hour journey back home I began to reflect on the good times and bad times spent at Hampton University. While being stuck in D.C traffic, a song began to play on the radio called Never Could Have Made It Without you by Marvin Sapp. This song helped me realize that during my the five week period at HU I’ve become a stronger, wiser and better man.
Being so far away from my family and friends for the first time, made me stronger. Having to depend on myself with no mom and dad to wake me up, get me breakfast, or make sure I go to class was a new experience. Adapting to my new environment at HU took some getting use to. The rules, and regulations established on campus helped me stay focus. I’m a stronger man because I’ve learned how to push myself, and stay motivated when things aren’t going my way. My experience at HU has made me wiser. I’ve learned that you have to make the right decisions and stay focused to be successful and don’t let anything distract you from achieving your dreams. I’ve also learned how to ask for help and listen to my professors recommendations for success. During my time spent at Hampton University I excelled in my english class but had a minor problem with math. Math is the subject that has always required me to focus more then any other subject. As I confronted my math teacher Mrs. Heart I asked h er if extra help would be possible. She told me yes and that she would be holding an extra help session after class. During the extra help session, I worked side by side with Mrs. Heart until I understood the material. This made me better because it showed me that with hard work and dedication success can be accomplished
I would like to thank you, for allowing me to attend the summer-bridge program at Hampton University. It was the experience of a lifetime. It helped me prepare for life away from home and my transition from a boy to a man. I can envision myself walking through the halls of Hampton University, and walking across the stage in 2012 with a smile on my face after receiving my diploma.
Sincerely, George Watkins"
Orange, New Jersey
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