Syntiro’s newest project, funded by Maine’s College Access Grant awarded to the Finance Authority of Maine, is designed to address the unique and complex challenges faced by GEAR UP graduates as they embark on their college journeys. Drawing on the most current research and data, this project provides personalized mentoring and support for GEAR UP graduates on three Maine college campuses: the University of Maine; University of Maine at Machias; and Washington County Community College. At these three campuses there are over 150 GEAR UP graduates who will benefit from the project. Syntiro staff will use findings and data from this project to inform the efficacy of the existing college support programs, identify potential barriers or resource gaps, and serve as a resource to the institution in adapting, adopting or creating more efficacious supports for underserved student populations. Additionally, the research and information garnered through this project will be shared among GEAR UP high schools to continually improve their college access programs, and disseminated among project partners and others invested in ensuring Maine students achieve post-secondary success.

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