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SMART Connections Program

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The Smart Connections program is a one-on-one mentoring initiative aimed at providing personalized support to non-traditional students and at-risk students as they navigate their first years of college. This program offers ongoing assistance to first-generation students and all students who have a GPA below 2.7 and have experienced D’s, F’s, or Withdrawals (DFW) in their classes during their first year.

Here’s what you can expect from the program:

  • Personalized Mentorship: You’ll be paired with a mentor who will help you navigate Valpo, make the most of the university’s support services and opportunities, and connect with faculty, staff, and other students.
  • Ongoing Support: Your mentor will check in with you regularly to ensure you’re having the best experience possible and advocate for you if needed.
  • Educational Guidance: Receive general educational advice and counseling to help you succeed academically.
  • Community Building: Meet and bond with other students going through similar experiences and enjoy group activities. The program might provide a stipend for attending these group activities. 

If you’d like to join Smart Connections, please sign up right away using this form.

If you’re unsure and would like more information, feel free to reply to this email or contact Sonia Morales at sonia.morales@valpo.edu.

We’re excited to have you here at Valpo and look forward to supporting you in your college journey!