Learn More About the Act 101 Program | Neumann University

The Act 101 Program is a state-funded support grant program with a mission to help academically and financially qualified Pennsylvania students succeed in college, persist to graduation or transfer to a four-year institution. The Act 101 Program provides various academic services and opportunities to help students develop their academic abilities and enrich their academic experience while successfully completing their postsecondary studies.

Eligibility Criteria

Be a Pennsylvania state resident
Be within 200% of the poverty level
Be enrolled in six or more credits

And one or more of the following:

English is not your first language (ESOL/ESL).
You have been out of academics for three or more years.
Your GPA is below 2.0.
You received a GED.

HOW DO STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN THE ACT101 PROGRAM BENEFIT?

Individual academic support and peer mentoring
Access to the Act 101 Program's textbook and electronics lending library
Assistance in developing and improving academic skills
Usage of the Act 101 Program's study/program area
Assistance with navigating the college system
Use of graduate materials, such as GRE, LSAT, MCAT and many others.

For more information, contact Dr. Ann Mitchell at mitchell@neumann.edu or stop by Bachmann 114A.

Summer Bridge Program

Neumann University's QUEST Program is an intensive two-week experience designed to provide entering students with a solid foundation that will support them throughout their entire college careers.

The academic component of the program helps students develop and solidify their skills in key areas essential to success in college. Students focus on targeting college level writing, math, and "success skills" such as time management, study skills, and relating to others in the college community. QUEST students live on campus throughout the program and get an early introduction to campus life.

The QUEST staff are looking forward to welcoming another group of entering students and helping them make their best possible adjustment to Neumann!

Peer Mentor Staff

Nicholas Alkins, Sophomore Nursing Major

Erin O'Shea, Sophomore Nursing Major

Arianna Hutchinson, Sophomore Nursing Major

Yasi Robles, Junior Communications Major

ACT 101 Advisory Board

The Act 101 Advisory Board consists of two community members and ten university administrators and program representatives.

The Advisory Board meets three times during the academic year: October, February, and April. The Board discusses Act 101 statewide interests, scholarship opportunities, networking, and fundraising.

This years meeting dates: October 1, February 13, and April 1st.

Neumann University ACT 101 Advisory Board Members

Faculty/Staff/Administration

Dr. Leanne Asimos, Associate Provost for Student Success and Student Life

Sr. Pat Hutchinson, Interim Dean, School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Education

Dr. Ann Mitchell, Assistant Dean, Student Transitions, Access & Leadership Development, ACT 101Director

Mr. Chad Johnson, Assistant Dean, Residence Life and Community Standards

Mr. Guillerme Lopes, Director of Campus Ministry

Ms. Preeti Singh, Director, Center for Career & Professional Development

Mr. David Deal, Deputy Director of Athletics
Ms. Marty Krupiak, Senior Financial Aid Counselor

Student Body Representatives

Kiara Soto, SGA Representative, Residence Life Representative

Yasmailyn Robles, SGA Representative, Director of Marketing and Media

Community Members:

Jennifer Quesenberry, Parent Advisor

Tricia Vizze, Parent Advisor

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