The University of Toledo

Programs and Services

 

Academic Assistance

The AASEIO staff will work closely with University academic advisers to identify students who need academic support services. To ensure students get the help they need when the need it, staff members will connect the students with services such as:

• The Learning Enhancement Center
• Student Development
• Student Support Services
• The Writing Center
• The Office of Accessibility

R.A.A.P. (Reaching African-American Potential) Sessions

Every other week, African-American students are invited to attend an interactive workshop that addresses issues related to success in college. R.A.A.P. sessions are held on Thursdays during the semester, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the Student Union. R.A.A.P. sessions include food, discussion, interaction between students, faculty and staff, networking, and fun.

* see our events calendar for specific workshop dates

 

Mentorship

Making a connection with people who have blazed the trails will make the college transition smoother. The African-American Student Enrichment Initiatives Office, in conjunction with Miniya (African-American Female Mentorship) and the Student African-American Brotherhood (S.A.A.B.), pairs new freshmen with an upper-class student and either a faculty, staff, or community member. Students can get more information about mentorship programs by stopping into the African-American Student Enrichment Office.

 

Black Graduates Recognition Ceremony

It is a long, hard struggle to earn a college degree and the AASEIO, in collaboration with the Black Student Union, recognizes African-American students who earn Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, and Juris Doctor degrees in a special ceremonies in December and May. Registration is required and will become available as we approach the program dates. 

Welcome Back Chill by the Grill

Summer is over and school is back in session. Relax after the first week of classes by "chilling at the grill" before the big Icebreaker party. All students are invited to the Flatlands near the Academic House for a cookout, music, and fun. After the cookout students head to the Icebreaker Jam, which is the first big party of the year sponsored by one of UT's Black Greek-lettered fraternities or sororities. The Welcome Back Cookout is co-sponsored by the African-American Student Enrichment Initiatives Office, the Black Student Union, Miniya (African-American Female Mentorship), Student African-American Brotherhood (S.A.A.B.), and the National Pan-Hellenic Council.

Dr. Lancelot Thompson Achievement Ceremony

Academic achievement should be recognized and celebrated.  Students who have successfully completed at least 15 credit hours and have achieved a 3.0 minimum cumulative grade point average will receive special recognition at a yearly program held in February. The program is named after the University of Toledo's first Black Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Lancelot C.A. Thompson.  Recipients are congratulated by Dr. Thompson.