African-American Enrichment - Division of Student Affairs : 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

Each 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 each and every Wednesday during the semester, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. in the Student Union. R.A.A.P. sessions include food, discussion, interaction between students, faculty and staff, networking, and fun.

R.A.A.P. Sessions topics for Fall Semester 2008 included:

• Meet and Greet with UT Faculty and Staff  
• "What Can Africana Studies Do For Me?"
•  Current Events "Whats going on in the World"
• The True You... Personality Assessment
• "A Chat with Mrs. Nina Grant"
• "Take a Trip with Sammy Spann"
•  Leadership Panel
•  Diamonds and Ice...Connection between Africa and America
• Credit and Money Management ... "Debt & Wealth Acquisition" with Rita Russell and Craig Teamer
• The Hunt for Scholarships
• End of the Semester Holiday Party

R.A.A.P. Sessions planned for Spring Semester 2009 included:

• "Rep Your Hood" A discussion on what it means to really "rep your hood."  
• "How Do I pay for This?" How to maximaze your financial aid.(Financial Aid and Scholarships with UT Financial Aid and Rocket Solution Central)
• "Vote or Die"
•  The Migration of Blacks from the South.
• African Americans and the American Criminal Justice System
• "Gender Breakout" (Man 2 Man /Woman 2 Woman) 
•  Health Matters
• "What an Employer is Looking for"...Interviewing and Resume Writing Tips
• Networking with Career Professionals (two session)
• "The Best Meal Ever Served"--  Dining Etiquette Workshop
• End of the Year Celebration " It's A RAAP!"

* see our events calendar for specific workshop dates

Enrichment Institute:
Orientation for New Students

Understanding all facets of university life is the first step to making a successful transition as a new college student. The Enrichment Institute orientation prepares entering African-American students and their parents and family through workshops, exposure to UT Student Peer Leaders, and connections with key faculty and staff. The Institute is open to students residing on-campus or commuters living with family or in apartments. There is no charge for attending the Enrichment Institute, however, students who register and do not participate in all events will be billed a $20 fee for administrative costs.

Program Dates: August 19-20, 2009
Location: Student Union

Schedule (subject to change):

Wednesday, August 19, 2009:

• Move in and set-up residence hall
• Lunch for students and families
• Welcome Program
• Parent and Student Breakout Sessions
• Parents Depart
• Fun Activities with UT Students

Thursday, August 20, 2009:

• Continental Breakfast
• Opening Program
• Concurrent Workshops I:
  • Academic Services Workshop
  • Luncheon with Keynote Speaker
• Concurrent Workshops II:
  • Woman II Woman and Man II Man Breakout Sessions
  • Rites of Passage and Closing Ceremony

 **There is no charge for attending the Enrichment Institute, however, students who register and do not participate in all events will be billed a $20 fee for administrative costs.**

We require students to make a reservation for the Enrichment Institute to set up their residence hall move-in.
Note: students' residence hall move-in may be scheduled on the 20th or 21st of August, 2009; but by making a reservation to attend the Enrichment Institute, students will be able to move in early on August 19. Reservations will be available starting in June 2009. For more information please contact the AASEIO Office at 419.530.7264 or send us an email at afamenrich@ultoledo.edu.
 

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 ceremony Friday December 18, 2009 for Fall 2009 graduates and Saturday May 1, 2010 for Spring/Summer 2010 graduates.  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 will 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 February 18, 2010.  The program is named after the University of Toledo's first Black Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Lancelot C.A. Thompson.  Recipients will be congratulated by Dr. Thompson.