Office of Diversity and Institutional Partnerships
Upward Bound Math & Science

The Upward Bound Math-Science program is designed to help low-income and first-generation college students recognize and develop their potential, to excel in math and science, pursue post secondary degrees, and ultimately careers in the math and science professions.  Activities, trips, and involvement are designed to help students become more familiar with S.T.E.M. (Science Technology Engineering Math) education.

Announcements

Mark your calendars: Summer and New Student Orientation - June 2

On June 2nd from 9am – 12 pm, we will have a summer orientation for returning students in Exley Science Center 150 and an orientation for new students in Exley Science Center 58. This is mandatory for all student and their parents/guardians. New students should bring a copy of their most recent report card to the orientation. Transportation will be provided for New Britain and Meriden students at the usual bus stops.

Summer Program Dates

Dates for the 2012 Summer Program are June 25th – August 2nd. The theme for this summer is Anatomy and Physiology. Please plan vacations and medical appointments accordingly - students are expected to attend each day of the program.

After-School Tutoring

Tutors are available by appointment.  Please call the office at (860) 685-2970 to schedule sessions and arrange transportation.  Tutors are not just for people who are struggling, although they really help in that situation, they are for strong students to help you improve and learn new study skills, challenge your ideas, learn about college from those there now and have a partner in the grind of all that work.  You never know what opportunities it could open up for you.

Senior Dinner - May 30 5:30-8:30 p.m.

The 2012 Senior Dinner will be held at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake, a banquet facility with panoramic views of the lake. The lovely grounds will offer many photo opportunities. This is a semi-formal affair. Please come dressed for photo taking and arrive early!

The dinner will allows us to honor the Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math Science, and Prospect Math Science graduating seniors. Seniors are limited to two guests; however, an additional guest may be added at the cost of $32 per senior. Checks must be received no later than May 16th in order to reserve a space for additional guests. 

Invitations were mailed. Please RSVP to 860-685-3194 by May 16th. 

NYC Trip for Seniors

We told seniors during the summer, that if they followed through on all of their senior UBMS obligations (summer program, completed their application and financial aid process including getting app’s out, communicating with guidance and the program, meeting deadlines, attending required sessions…) that we would try to take them to NYC for a day of culture and fun.  We are able to do it and so many seniors did everything asked of them and more, that on May 23rd we will go to NYC, see a Broadway show, go to a museum, take the train.  Eligible seniors should call the office at 860-685-2970 if you have not already signed up and select the show you would like to see.  The choices are: Wicked, Phantom of the Opera, Streetcar Named Desire, Spiderman, Lion King, and Memphis.

 

We hope you enjoy our new website!