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Frequently Asked
Questions - SEE Program
Q. What is the purpose of the SEE Program?
Q. When does SEE take place?
Q. What are the
benefits of SEE?
Q. How many
people attend SEE?
Q. How are students selected to participate in the
SEE Program?
Q. What expenses are covered by the
SEE Program?
Q. What type of housing accommodations are provided?
Q. What
classes do students attend?
Q. How can
I work for the SEE Program?
Q.
What support is available for
SEE Scholars during the academic year?
Q.
Who can I contact for more
information regarding the SEE Program?
Q. What
is the purpose of the SEE Program?
The Scholastic
Enhancement Experience Program, or
SEE, is a unique
2 week academic residential program for incoming college
freshman, who do not fit the classic profile, but have
proven academic gifts, distinct leadership abilities,
talents, and achievements. The program provides an
opportunity for these students to gain admission to Truman
by participating and excelling in a structured, academically
rigorous program.
Q. When does SEE take
place?
The
SEE
Program takes
place 2 weeks immediately before Truman Week (Sunday, August
9, 2009 through Thursday, August 20, 2009). Upon
conclusion of the
SEE
Program,
SEE
Scholars will move into their permanent
residence halls for the fall semester in preparation for
Truman Week.
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Q. What are the
benefits of SEE?
Through
SEE
students
will:
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Feel prepared to
tackle Truman State University’s academic curriculum;
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Be introduced to
campus resources and support systems that will help them
succeed at Truman State University;
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Meet other incoming
students, as well as successful upperclassmen, that will
allow them to develop a peer group prior to their
arrival on campus; and
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Learn how to
successfully navigate Truman State University prior to
the start of the fall semester.
Q. How many
people attend SEE?
On average, the program serves between 15-25 students each
year. These students come to Truman from all over the United
States.
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Q. How are students are selected to participate in the SEE
Program?
The Office of Admissions invites prospective Truman
applicants to participate in the
SEE
program. For direct
questions, please contact Elaine DeJovin at
edj@truman.edu.
Q. What expenses are covered by the SEE Program?
The
SEE
Program covers
the majority of expenses during the duration of the 2 week
program. The
SEE
Program is responsible for: summer tuition,
room and board, necessary books, and supplies. The
SEE
Program also covers most of the expenses for weekend
activities and meals.
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Q. What type of housing accommodations are provided?
Because we believe
complete commitment is important for an effective transition
from high school to college, all participants are required
to live on campus and remain in Kirksville for the duration
of the
SEE
Program.
SEE
Scholars are
typically housed in a suite-style living environment.
Residences have the opportunity to take advantage of the
great dining hall, computer lab, elevators, laundry room,
kitchenettes, ice machine, and main lounge.
Q. What
classes do students attend?
During the summer program, scholars participate in a
one-credit hour course that counts towards a Truman Liberal
Studies Program requirement.
SEE
Scholars will take
additional courses during the fall semester that will count
toward their Truman Degree as well as an individual course composed of workshops and
activities to further enhance
SEE
students success at
Truman.
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Q. How can I
work for the SEE Program?
The MAC typically hires
4 live-in student counselors. Those interested must possess
a 2.75 GPA and be classified as having sophomore standing.
Informational meetings occur during the fall semester.
Applications are available on the MAC website at:
http://mac.truman.edu/seeprogram/SEECounselorApplication.asp. The
application deadline varies depending on the academic
calendar; however, all staff selections are made before the
end of the semester.
Q.
What support is available for SEE
Scholars during the academic year?
Support during the
academic year includes:
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Regular meetings with
the
SEE
Program Coordinator
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A trained Peer Mentor
(an upperclassman willing to offer support and guidance
during the academic year)
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2 complementary books
during the fall semester
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A common hour (3 times a week) for
meetings, academic advising, and other supplemental
activities
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Weekly Brown Bag
Lunch success series (free lunches with
conversations on various topics for success at Truman
and beyond)
Q.
Who can I contact for more
information regarding the SEE Program?
All professional
SEE
staff members can be contacted by phone at 660-785-4142, or
the toll free number, 800-357-6960. You may also contact the
Multicultural Affairs Center Secretary, Paula Moore, via
email at
PMoore@truman.edu. Paula will forward all messages to
the appropriate staff member.
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Visit
see.truman.edu
for more information!
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