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1 | Page GEAR UP SUMMER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Student Handbook Northern Arizona University and Arizona GEAR UP are proud and delighted that you are participating in the GEAR UP Summer Leadership Academy (GUSLA). The goal of the GUSLA is to motivate students to succeed academically and to enhance students’ communication, decision-making, and leadership skills. GUSLA strives to help students create a vision for a positive future in which they see themselves as leaders in high school and as future college students. GUSLA 2017 includes opportunities for: You will participate in activities that will enhance your goal-setting skills, communication, and positive decision-making. You will learn about leadership, and you will have the opportunity to build a positive, future-oriented view for yourself. You will participate in a service project on campus You will participate in activities that will foster personal growth through social interactions. This program will be a tremendous learning opportunity for you. You will learn a lot, make new friends, and address new challenges. To make the GEAR UP Summer Leadership Academy the best experience possible, you will need to read and follow this student handbook. Remember that GUSLA program staff are here to help you do your best, so have fun!

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GEAR UP SUMMER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Student Handbook

Northern Arizona University and Arizona GEAR UP are proud and delighted

that you are participating in the GEAR UP Summer Leadership Academy

(GUSLA). The goal of the GUSLA is to motivate students to succeed

academically and to enhance students’ communication, decision-making,

and leadership skills. GUSLA strives to help students create a vision for a

positive future in which they see themselves as leaders in high school and

as future college students. GUSLA 2017 includes opportunities for:

You will participate in activities that will enhance your

goal-setting skills, communication, and positive decision-making.

You will learn about leadership, and you will

have the opportunity to build a positive, future-oriented view for

yourself.

You will participate in a service

project on campus

You will participate in activities that will foster

personal growth through social interactions.

This program will be a tremendous learning opportunity for you. You will

learn a lot, make new friends, and address new challenges.

To make the GEAR UP Summer Leadership Academy the best experience

possible, you will need to read and follow this student handbook.

Remember that GUSLA program staff are here to help you do your best, so

have fun!

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1. Program Participation: You are among a select group of students who will be participating GUSLA. Considerable time and effort has been put forth to make this program a success for you. You are expected to be on time and attend all GUSLA and program activities. If you fail to attend any activities without sufficient reason, (Program Administrators will determine if you have sufficient reason) this may result in dismissal from GUSLA.

2. Leaving Campus: All GUSLA participants will live in a campus Residential Hall and may not leave campus unless participating in a scheduled program activity.

3. Residential Hall: When you leave the Residential Hall, you are required to travel only with other GUSLA staff or program participants. Do not go anywhere alone on campus.

4. Transportation: GUSLA participants may not travel in a personal car while attending the program. Transportation will be provided by NAU for all program activities.

5. NAU Health Center: The NAU Health Center Summer hours are 7:30 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you are feeling ill or something has occurred medically, you should contact your GUSLA Team Leader, who will then determine how to best help you. In the event of any emergency, parents/guardians will be contacted as well. The Medical Release Form and Health Center Form will allow the GUSLA staff to act on behalf of the parent/guardian in the event of a medical situation.

6. Clothing: All program participants should wear appropriate clothing to program activities, classes, in the Residential Hall and in the dining hall (please see Behavior Expectations for details).

7. Residential Hall Room: It is suggested that you lock your Residential Hall room, and carry your Residential Hall key at all times. Any lost keys will cost the participant $25 to replace. Please keep your room neat and clean. You will be responsible for any damage to your Residential Hall room, the lobby, or any NAU classroom during your stay. Please be careful and behave responsibly while participating in the program.

8. Curfew: You must be in the Residential Hall by the time assigned, and your lights must be out by 10:30 p.m.. Room checks will take place periodically. No boys will be allowed on the girls Residential Hall level, and no girls will be allowed on the boys Residential Hall level at any time.

9. Alcohol or Drugs or Acts of Violence: Possession of alcohol or drugs or any act of violence will not be tolerated and will result in immediate dismissal from GUSLA. Legal action will be taken when appropriate.

10. Medication: All prescription medication, vitamins and over-the-counter drugs, must be provided to the Program Administrators for dispensing at the appropriate time.

11. Behavior: In the case of severe or recurrent behavior problems, parents will be contacted by phone and students will be sent home at parent/guardian expense.

12. Smoking: Smoking is illegal for participants and will not be tolerated. 13. Cell phones: Phone calls, texting or accessing the internet with your cell phone is not permitted

during class or activity time. If cell phone use occurs during this time, the student’s phone may be confiscated by staff and returned upon departure. Students may use the camera feature of their phone during class or activities when approved by activity facilitators. Cell phones may be used in the residential halls and during ‘free time’. Students are encouraged to leave their cell phones in their residential hall rooms, to prevent loss or damage. Damage or loss of cell phones is the responsibility of the student. Taking inappropriate photographs and texting them will lead to immediate expulsion from GUSLA.

14. Lost, Stolen or Damaged Items: Students must take precautions to care for their personal items. Any lost, stolen or damaged items are not the responsibility of GUSLA.

Please understand that violation of just one of the above rules could result in dismissal from GUSLA and, if

the law is broken, could result in arrest. If you have any questions, contact the the GUSLA Director. Special

arrangements will be made only in special situations.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

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Dining You will be provided three meals a day during the

program. A meal card will be issued to you and

identify you as a member of the GEAR UP Summer

Leadership Academy. You should carry your meal

card at all times. This will enable you to get your

meals in the cafeteria and to participate in many

other activities on the NAU campus.

The NAU Dining Facility offers a huge buffet

complete with entrees, vegetarian selections,

a soup and salad bar, deli choices, bakery

items, beverages and daily specials. If you're

hungry, you won't be for long!

Lost Dining Card

If you lose your meal card during the

program, contact the Team Leaders (TLs) to

find out how to get another card.

Breakfast: 7:00am – 7:45am

Lunch: 11:30am – 12:15pm

Dinner: 5:00pm – 5:45pm

Dining Schedule

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PLEASE DO NOT WEAR:

Half tops that do not cover the midsection.

Styles that expose undergarments or the belly button.

See-through or fishnet shirts without a top underneath.

Half (muscle) shirts or strapless tops.

Items that identify or signify a gang.

Short shorts, stretch or bicycle shorts.

Hairnets and bandanas.

Clothing that advertises sex, profanity, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, or illegal activities.

Hats and sunglasses may be worn outside only.

Behavior Expectations

Appropriate dress and grooming are the

responsibility of each student. Some choices for

dress/grooming may be inappropriate and interfere

with the learning process. GUSLA staff may, at their

discretion, direct students to change to a more

appropriate style of dress or grooming.

Inappropriate Language & Gestures

Dress Code

Students must use appropriate language during the

program. Students using profane, obscene, vulgar or

otherwise inappropriate language will be disciplined. If

inappropriate language is directed at other students,

program personnel, or visitors, the result will be expulsion

from the program.

Students who use gang signs or who threaten the

safety of other students will be asked to leave the

program.

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In order to create and sustain a community built

on respect, responsibility, and trust, students must

agree to:

Uphold academic and personal integrity

Respect the ideas and property of others

Strive to do their best

Tolerate and respect individuals of different

races, cultures, religions, genders, sexual

orientations, disabilities, and national origins

Behave in a friendly, cooperative, and

responsible manner toward all persons in the

NAU -GUSLA community and in the larger

campus and local communities

Attend all class sessions, meals, activities, and

meetings

Code of Conduct

Individual responsibility and student empowerment is

important. Program expectations and rules are clear.

All students are expected to practice self-discipline

and to use common sense. It is the responsibility of

each student to respect the rights of teachers,

counselors, students and all others who are involved

in the program. No student has the right to interfere

with the education of other students.

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Computer Lab Rules 1. No food or drinks in the lab. 2. Respect all computer equipment. 3. Act in a mature and responsible manner in

the lab at all times. 4. Be courteous to other students.

Facility Rules

Noise: Be mindful of the noise level, as we are

sharing the University with many other programs

and students.

Breaks and Snacks: Vending machines are

located in each building for your use during

assigned breaks. Drinks with lids will be

permitted in most facitities, but you are NOT

allowed to bring food into the facilites. Please

throw all trash away!

During GUSLA we will be using facilities

across campus. Since we will be sharing

these buildings with other University

programs, all GUSLA participants need to be

considerate. We expect you, the student, to

be on your best behavior.

Facilities: As a visitor to the NAU campus,

you are responsible for assisting the

program staff in providing a positive

learning environment and keeping facilities

we use clean.

Equipment and Furniture: Some of the

facilities have special equipment that

should not be disturbed. Furniture and

equipment should not be damaged in any

way. When furniture is moved, it should be

moved back to its original position.

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General GUSLA Schedule

Wake up and get ready for the day

Breakfast at the Student Union dining hall

Seeds Leadership Activities/College Prep

Workshops

Lunch

Elective Activity

Seeds Leadership Activities/College Prep

Workshops

Dinner in the Student Union dining hall

Evening Activities

TL Check-in & Lights Out Preparation

Lights Out

6:00am………………….…..

7:00am—7:45am……………

8:00am—11:30am……….....

11:30am—12:15pm……...…..

12:30pm—2:00pm……..……

2:30pm—5:00pm…………...

5:00pm—5:45pm……...……

6:00pm—9:00pm…...………

9:15pm—10:00pm…………....

10:30pm……………………….

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College Preparation Workshops D

Mock Interview Workshop – The purpose of this workshop is for students to develop interviewing skills and

to put those skills in to practice by participating in a mock interview.

FAFSA Financial Aid Workshop – The purpose of this workshop is to become more familiar with financial aid

terms like FAFSA, SAR and FSA ID, and, in addition, to become more familiar with the FAFSA process.

College Game (Time Management) – The purpose of this game is to develop ‘time management’ skill

through a game of scheduling your academic and social schedule.

College Panel – The purpose of this panel is to hear from various staff, students and faculty about college

expectations and the campus environment.

Scholarship Search Workshop – The purpose of this workshop is to learn how to effectively search the

internet for scholarship opportunities and how to organize your finding.

Personal Statement Workshop – The purpose of this workshop is to learn about what colleges and

scholarship committees look for in your personal statement that make them stand out. You will also be

given time to start developing your personal statement.

Socratic Circle – The purpose of this session is to provide time for you to have a student-led, meaningful

discussion about your GUSLA experience in a small group setting.

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Community Service Projects

Riordan Ranch Mansion Clean Up - Riordan Mansion remains one of the finest examples of American Arts

and Crafts-style architecture open to the public today. Designed by the architect of the impressive El

Tovar Hotel at the Grand Canyon, Charles Whittlesey, the Mansion was built in 1904 with indoor plumbing,

hot and cold running water, central heat, and electric lights, reflecting the most modern technology and

design of the time. In this service project, you will be working with the State Park Gardeners to clean the

grounds around the mansion.

HOPE Cottage (Women and Children Shelter) – HOPE Cottage provides shelter, meals, clothing,

accountable goal planning and productivity for 65 women and children per night. Staff at the Cottage teach

life skills, parenting, jobs and computer skills courses to the women who stay here. In this service project,

you will help prepare meals for the residents, help with cleaning, and address other various mission needs.

The Sunshine Rescue Mission (Men’s Shelter) – The Sunshine Rescue Mission is a homeless men’s shelter

and Community Outreach Center. Meals are served to the general public three times a day and it provides

an overnight stay for short term guests and occupational training programs for long term guests. In this

service project, you will be providing meal preparation, mission clean up and addressing various mission

needs.

Operation Holiday Cards – In this service project, you will design holiday cards that will be sent to soldiers

serving in Iraq and Afghanistan during the holiday season.

Kid Activity Kits – When kids arrive at shelters they often have little to nothing. In this service project, you

will be putting together kits for kids to provide activities during their stay at the shelter.

Flagstaff Family Food Center & Bank – The Flagstaff Family Food Center & Bank serves approximately

247,000 nutritious meals annually through their food programs to Flagstaff families and distributes nearly

20,000 food boxes to families, which feed almost 8,000 children between the ages of 0-5 annually. In

addition, they also provide a reading room that serves 2,200 children annually. In this service project, you

will help organize supplies and prepare sack lunches for those in need.

College of Education – Over the past few years NAU’s College of Education has hosted GUSLA. In this service

project, you will say ‘thanks’ to the college by helping with a new project to build a larger classroom.

Grand Canyon – In this service project you will be working with the National Park Service to clean and

rebuild trails and retaining walls.

Walnut Canyon – In this service project you will be working with the National Park Service’s Invasive Plant

Management Team to treat invasive plant species at Walnut Canyon. Of about 41 non-native species

recorded in these monuments, 23 are considered invasive. Invasive species with the highest priority for

treatments are tamarisk, Russian thistle, Scotch thistle, common mullein, and dalmatian toadflax.

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Meet Your GUSLA Staff

Team Leaders

Itzel Andrade is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Kofa High School in Yuma, Arizona. She has almost

completed her Bachelor’s degree, majoring in Family Studies and minoring in Human Service, at the

University of Arizona’s Yuma Campus. Itzel enjoys hiking, exercising and CrossFit®.

Rayleen Bustamante is from California. She graduated from high school in 2012 and from Arizona State

University this May of 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in Health Science. She worked as a Paraprofessional at

a GEARUP high school. She was recently accepted into a CEP Nursing Program with ASU. She is from

California, and is a diehard Dodger's fan. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach, admiring window

shopping at dogs because Tim Wiley will not let her have one, fitness, and going to sporting events.

Isabella Callaway (Bella) is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Globe High School in Globe, Arizona. She is

majoring in Social Work at Arizona State University (ASU). She enjoys reading, hiking and spending time

with her family, including her Mom who was her GEAR UP Coordinator at Globe High School.

RJ Callaway graduated from Globe High School in Globe, Arizona in 2011. Although he wasn’t in GEAR UP in

high school, his Mom was the GEAR UP Coordinator and his sister was in GEAR UP, so he knows how

important the program is. He graduated from Grand Canyon University (GCU) in 2017 and hopes to become

a high school English Teacher and in his spare time likes to read, play board games with friends, and go

hiking.

Lacey Chubb graduated in 2013 from Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale, Arizona. She is an Elementary

Education major at Northern Arizona University (NAU). Lacey has studied dance and choreography for many

years and plays a variety of sports.

Geina Corrente is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Coolidge High in Coolidge, Arizona. She received a

Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Univ. of Arizona in 2017. She enjoys playing fetch with her cat and watching

cartoons.

Kimberly Dyches is also a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Globe High School, in Globe, Arizona. Like her twin

sister, she started college at Eastern Arizona College (EAC), and then transferred to Northern Arizona

University (NAU). She is majoring in Sociology. Kimberly plays the ukulele.

Camille Goodrich is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Globe High School, in Globe, Arizona. She started

college at Eastern Arizona College (EAC), and then transferred to Northern Arizona University (NAU), where

she is studying Early Childhood Development. Camille loves to play card games and other board games, and

she is into Zumba.

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Kindra Holliday is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Miami High School, in Miami, Arizona. After high school,

she pursued a 2 + 2 postsecondary plan, starting at Eastern Arizona College (EAC), where she received her

Nursing Assistant certification and Associate’s degree in Sports Studies. She then transferred to Benedictine

University in Mesa, Arizona where she graduated this past fall with her Bachelors of Science in Nutrition. She

is very athletic and has played college tennis for both EAC and Benedictine. She also referees youth

basketball games.

Eliazar Mayoral, a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Cibola High School in Yuma, Arizona, is currently studying

psychology at Arizona State University (ASU), with a minor in Criminal Justice. He does karate, and was even

a student karate instructor.

Elizabeth Medina graduated from Nogales High School, in Nogales, Arizona in 2012. She just finished her

master's degree in social work at the University of Denver (DU) and is in the path to becoming a family

therapist. Some of her favorite activities include reading, dancing and watching Netflix series.

Jeremy Mendoza is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Globe High School, in Globe, Arizona. He attends

Glendale Community College where he is pursuing a business degree. Jeremy loves to read and also likes to

play volleyball.

Eleanor Proaño graduated from Douglas High School in Douglas, Arizona in 2005. She received her

associate’s degree from Cochise College and is currently taking on-line courses at Grand Canyon University

(GCU) toward a bachelor’s degree in sociology while working as the GEAR UP Assistant at her alma mater,

Douglas High School. Eleanor is creative, and enjoys painting and creative writing.

Josely Rendon is a 2012 Gear Up graduate from Yuma High School. She graduated from the University of

Arizona with Bachelors in Family Studies. She is currently working at Casa De Los Ninos as a caseworker. She

will be starting her new job as a 7th grade science teacher in August. Josely enjoys movies, music,

traveling, and spending time with family/dog.

Jacob Rivera is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Coolidge High School in Coolidge, Arizona. Jacob attends

college at Central Arizona College (CAC) and is looking into furthering his education in Culinary Arts. Jacob’s

favorite pastime is basketball.

Darci Sutton is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Globe High School in Globe, AZ. She graduated from Gila

Community College (GCC) as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). She will be graduating in May 2018 with her

Associates in Secondary Education. When she in not busy with her two children Kayson (year and a half old)

and Kourtney (5 years old), she can be found enjoying her hobbies - cooking and reading.

Christian Taffe is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Cibola High School in Yuma, Arizona. He started college at

Arizona Western College (AWC) in Yuma then transferred to Arizona State University (ASU) where he

graduated with his degree in Justice Studies. He has a passion for music, enjoys karaoke, and has recently

begun playing the ukulele.

Timothy Wiley is a 2016 graduate of Arizona State University with a Bachelor Of Science in Exercise and

Wellness. During his time at ASU, he interned at EXOS where he assisted in the training of professional

athletes. He is working on going back to ASU to get his Master's in Sports Law and Business. He loves

everything baseball, and is a diehard Arizona Cardinals fan and loves cats.

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Efrain Villa is a 2012 GEAR UP graduate from Coolidge High School in Coolidge, Arizona. He has been

dancing with United Dance Crew, competing in and out of state, over the years. Efrain also joined Eddie

James Ministry, for six months in 2016. He toured and danced in South America, Germany, Israel and

throughout the East Coast of the U.S. Efrain loves to do photography and videography.

Kevin Wright graduated from Advanced Technologies Academy in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2010. He then

received his bachelor’s degree from Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Communication Studies, with a

minor in Sociology. Additionally, he completed his Master’s Degree in Student Affairs Administration at Lewis

& Clark College in Portland, Oregon. His hobbies include traveling, networking, going to concerts, and

endlessly watching Netflix. Kevin aspires to become a college president so he can advocate for more

affordability and accessibility for students wanting to pursue a higher education."

Workshop Facilitators

Carmen Castaneda is a GEAR UP Coordinator for San Luis High School. She is currently pursuing a Masters in

School Counseling. She enjoy traveling to different cities and catching Dodgers game.

Pamela Flores is a 2012 GEARUP graduate from Carl Hayden High School in Phoenix, AZ. In 2016, she

graduated from Grand Canyon University (GCU) with her Bachelor’s in Secondary Education. Currently she is

working at South Mountain High School in Phoenix as a Geometry Teacher. She plans to begin her Masters in

Mathematics at GCU in the fall of 2017. She likes to watch Korean dramas and anime, listen to K-pop, play

the piano and read.

Daniel Nelson Daniel graduated from Mountain Pointe High School in 2008, and went on to earn a bachelor’s

degree in biology and secondary education through NAU's UTeach program, through which he discovered the

GUSLA program. When he is not teaching, he enjoys playing and watching soccer, cooking, reading, and

playing video games.

Alfred Novoa 1976 graduate of Douglas High School. 1979 graduate of Cochise College AA in Fine Arts and

Social Sciences. 1999 graduate from University of Arizona South. BA in Educuation. 31 years Retail, 5 years

Mining, and 8 years in Education. Hobbies- volunteer work

Amber Parker

Yolanda Retenia is currently a GEAR UP Coordinator at San Luis High School. She obtained her Bachelor's

degree in Social Work and her Masters in Community Counseling from NAU. She will be teaching an

introductory psychology course next fall at the local community college. Her passions include psychology,

cooking, reading, traveling and spending time with my family

Rena Traslavina graduated from Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona in 2010 with her Bachelors in

Elementary Education. She then received her Masters of Educational Leadership at Grand Canyon University

in 2016. Rena is currently a teacher in Flagstaff, Arizona. Rena aspires to teach at the college level within

the next five years as well as begin her doctorate within the next year. Rena enjoys family time with her

two daughters, Ariel age 5 and Aliya age 3. Her hobbies include singing, playing volleyball, and anything to

do with crafting!

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Administrative Staff

John ‘Tie Guy’ Acedo, GUSLA Director, was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. He graduated from Northern

Arizona University (NAU) with a degree in Music Education, choral emphasis, and earned his Master’s in

Educational Technology at NAU. When not working he can be found hanging out with his wife Mariah, son

Xander, daughter Amelia, and their two dogs Ponyo & SÖsuke. He enjoys movies and singing.

Rhae Lynne Clawson, GEAR UP Site Support Specialist, was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. She graduated

from Northern Arizona University (NAU) with a B.S. in Education- Social Studies and Science and finished her

M Ed. in Continuing Education this past May. When she is not reading or playing with her 3 dogs, she enjoys

spending time with her family and hiking.

Catherine Curtis, GEAR UP Administrative Assistant, is originally from Louisiana and graduated from

Northern Arizona University (NAU) with a B.S. in Parks & Recreation Management. She is wrapping up one

Master’s Degree in Sustainable Tourism and will soon begin one in Public Administration. In her down time,

she spends time with her cat and her friends, sharing love and light in the Arizona sun!

Andrea Gonzales-Sotelo, GEAR UP Site Support Specialist, was born in México and was raised in the border

town of San Luis, AZ. After graduating from San Luis High School she moved to Tucson, AZ to attend The

University of Arizona where she attained a degree in Family Studies and Human Development. She then

completed her Master’s in Educational Leadership at Northern Arizona University (NAU). Andrea enjoys

teaching ZUMBA®, exercising, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.

Roxanne Reindl, GUSLA Logistics Coordinator, was born and raised in Nogales, AZ. In May of 2013 she

graduated from Northern Arizona University (NAU) with a B.S. in Business Economics and a minor in Spanish.

Her main focus has always been in the study of International and Behavioral Economics as well as Finance.

Her other interests include, listening to podcasts, hiking, yoga and winning fantasy football games.

Taylor Jacobsen, GUSLA Health Coordinator, graduated from Shadow Ridge High School in Surprise, Arizona

in 2016 and West Mec as a Medical Assistant. She is currently studying Pre Med at Arizona State University

(ASU). Taylor loves dancing, reading, and anything medically related.

Seeds Training Team

Justin Boudreau, Director of Programs and Lead Trainer at Seeds Training, in 2003, Justin's first client was

a GEAR UP cohort in Colorado. Since then, he has served more than 100 GEAR UP cohorts and state

partnerships as a facilitator and speaker. Justin has delivered more than 1000 keynotes reaching more than

1 million students and educators worldwide.

Hector Araujo, is a Senior Associate at PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) working under the leadership and

mentorship of former White House Deputy Director, and now Senior Vice President of PBS, Juan Sepulveda.

Hector helps head up National Partnerships and Strategic Communications for the Stations Services

Department of public media company.

Kirk Hensler, left the fitness industry to focus on writing and film full time. For the last 3 years he has been

traveling around the world with Seeds Training documenting the effects of social and emotional leadership

training on students.

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oseph A. Granado, originally from Midland, Texas is first generation college graduate. He attended

the University of Texas at San Antonio and completed a Bachelors of Science in Biology. He taught

high school Biology and Anatomy and Physiology in San Antonio. He then completed his Masters of

Science degree from Texas A&M University in Educational Administration. Joseph has worked for

several universities and organizations in areas such as, Orientation and First Year Programs,

Fraternity and Sorority Life, Study Abroad, Academic Success and Retention, and is most recently

serving as the College Readiness and Programming Specialist for Seeds Training. He hopes to pursue

a PhD in the near future.

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Flagstaff sits at a lofty 7,000 ft. above sea level. It can take up to 3 weeks to become fully

acclimated to the high altitude, while GUSLA lasts only six days. Altitude sickness is a

combination of symptoms that are present when your body does not adapt to its current

altitude. The most frequent symptoms of altitude sickness are headache, dizziness,

queasiness, tiredness and trouble sleeping. Anyone who goes to a different altitude than

the one to which they are accustomed, can get altitude sickness, regardless of age,

gender, physical fitness, or previous altitude experience.

Tips to avoid altitude sickness

· Drink more water

· Avoid salty foods

· Avoid over-exertion for the first day or two

If you follow these tips your symptoms should go away in 24-36 hours.

Altitude Sickness

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College of Education

* GUSLA Office

* GUSLA Health Office

* Workshops

* Electives

Allen Residential Hall

* GUSLA Dormatory

University Union

* Food

Ashurst

* Seeds Classroom

Cline Library

Auditorium

* Personal

Statement

Workshop

Challenge

‘Ropes’ Course

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Roommate Bill of Rights

Basic rights of roommates include:

The right to read free from undue interference in one's room.

The right to sleep in a peaceful and quiet environment.

The right to expect that your roommate will respect your personal

belongings.

The right to a clean living environment.

The right to free access to one's room and facilities without pressure

from a roommate.

The right to personal privacy.

The right to have guests in your room, of the same sex, with the

expectation that guests will respect the rights of the host's roommate and

other hall residents.

The right to a hearing of grievances. Team Leaders will assist in settling

any conflicts.

The right to be free from fear of intimidation and physical or emotional harm.

The right to expect reasonable cooperation in the use of the room.