T.H.R.I.V.E. - Student Diversity

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Truth, History, Resilience, Intersectionality, Voice, and Equity.

Are you ready to build a foundation for success grounded in your culture and intersecting identities? Discover the T.H.R.I.V.E. learning community at WSU Vancouver. This free, four-day program will include both an early introduction to campus and a leadership retreat. You'll connect with other new students who are ready to explore the values of truth, history, resilience, intersectionality, voice and equity.

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Program outline

1. New Coug Orientation program at WSU Vancouver Campus–

Arrive on campus to join your new VanCoug peers, learn about campus, and get connected with resources. Lunch and snacks are provided.

2. Family Dinner on campus

Monday, Aug. 14: Learn more about WSU Vancouver and the T.H.R.I.V.E. Bridge program with your family.

3. Culture and Leadership Retreat at WSU Vancouver Campus

Tuesday, Aug. 15 – Friday, Aug. 18 Build community while exploring your own identity through the values of T.H.R.I.V.E. Participate in leadership workshops, outdoor activities and more at a scenic PNW location. (Previous THRIVE class years have visited Mount Hood/Wy'East.)

This program is completely free.
Attendance for all program dates is required.
Transportation to WSU Vancouver is not provided.
Meals, supplies and T-shirts are provided.

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Your next step

Review and submit the T.H.R.I.V.E. Application Form below!

Questions? Contact the Center for Intercultural Learning and Affirmation at van.studentdiversity@wsu.edu.

T.H.R.I.V.E. Application Form

First name:

Last name:

Middle initial:

Preferred name and pronouns for badge:

Email address:

Last 4 digits of WSU ID:

Ethnicity/gender identification:

Summer address:

Street address:

City:

State:

Zip code:

Home phone number:

Cell phone number:

Emergency contact name:

Emergency contact phone number:

Have you completed your FAFSA or WASFA and accepted your financial aid package for the next academic year?

Please send a copy of your financial aid offer letter to sawyer.barragan@wsu.edu. If you do not yet have a financial aid offer letter, contact van.finaid@wsu.edu as soon as possible.

Do you have any health issues issues you would like us to consider? Do you need special accommodations? (E.g. vegan, vegetarian, cannot go on walking tour, etc.)

Do you agree to allow photographs of you to be used in promoting the T.H.R.I.V.E. program in print and online?

The T.H.R.I.V.E program is focused on supporting students reaching their full potential at WSUV. Please list at least three things you need in your life to reach your fullest potential as a student.

The T.H.R.I.VE program will encourage you to build a foundation for success grounded in your culture and intersecting identities. The values of T.H.R.I.V.E are truth, history, resilience, intersectionality, voice and equity. In 100 words or less please define ONE value of the T.H.R.I.V.E program and explain how you can see it supporting your success at WSU Vancouver.

By submitting this form I agree to fully participate in the T.H.R.I.V.E. progam.