NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Ericca R. Clark (reynoldse@nsula.edu)
News Bureau
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-6466

02/20/2004

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NATCHITOCHES - Students who want to get a "head start" on their college careers are encouraged to participate in Northwestern State University's fourth annual Summer Bridge, a program that assists college freshmen in making the transition from high school to college. The program is hosted by University College and will be held on campus from June 7 through July 16.

Students who participate in Summer Bridge are afforded the opportunity to get a "head start" on their college career and become acquainted with NSU programs and services. Summer Bridge students participate in recreational activities, academic workshops, study laboratories and cultural enrichment.

Students participating in Summer Bridge will have the opportunity to enroll in up to eight hours of college courses. Students may select two Northwestern courses offered during the second and third summer sessions. Academic advisors in University College will assist students in selecting courses for the summer sessions.

Summer Bridge students who are not from the Natchitoches area must secure housing and sign up for a campus meal plan through the Office of Residential Life. Charges for campus housing and meal plans will be included in the student's fees for the summer term. Students should contact the Office of Residential Life at (318) 357-6703 for more information regarding campus housing and meal plans.

Summer Bridge students may use financial aid to pay University fees. Students should be aware that some financial aid awards such as scholarships may not be used until the fall semester due to award guidelines. Contact the Office of Financial Aid at (318) 357-5961 for more information about the financial aid process.

According to Summer Bridge coordinator Jeremy Thomas, there are several benefits for students who participate in Summer Bridge.

"This program is not only for developmental students," said Thomas. "It is for any student who wants to get a jump start on their college career. Students gain access to academic services such as advising, tutoring, learning labs and cultural enrichment. Summer Bridge provides a nice support system for those students just starting college."

For more information on Summer Bridge or to enroll, please contact Thomas at (318) 357-4460 or thomasjr@nsula.edu.

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