Past Program Participant Testimonials & Videos
Dano Emery Hometown: Chicago, IL Major: Civil Engineering "I connected with nice people and was taught about resources here to help me succeed. I had a very tough situation and was able to get support from PAs and wouldn't have been able to get the personal support before."
Savannah Ford Hometown: Murphysboro,IL Major: Social Work "SSP has impacted my transition to SIUE by showing me that everyone is not the same and, that is totally ok. Also how you can have a family in the summer success program!"
Moss Palmer Hometown: Chesterton, IN Major: Studio Arts "The Summer Success program made my transition into SIUE easier, as I got acquainted with the campus faster, and got an idea of what my classes will be like during the fall semester. Due to this, I now feel prepared for what comes next."
Hayden Sample Hometown: St. Louis, MO Major: Art and Design "I loved being able to connect with fellow upcoming freshman, connect with professors, live in a dorm, explore the campus, have informative workshops, engaging classes, and being introduced to possible mentors."
Matthew Starks-Robinson Hometown: Chicago, IL Major: Engineering "SSP program has helped me be prepared for my classes in the fall by helping me get accustomed to college life. The smaller class sizes helped me find people I’d like to stay friends with throughout my college career."
