Middle School Visit Program success in AY '15-'16

Contact Information

Beverly Walker

Contact Details

walke2bm@jmu.edu

Description

The Middle School Visit Program (MSVP) serves the State of Virginia as a resource to promote college as an option for all. The MSVP has an innovative design to capture Middle School students’ interests in multiple career fields and college majors by exposing them through fun and educational activities on JMU campus. The main objective of the MSVP is to educate Middle School students on the college and career opportunities available. Professor-in-Residence Program (PIR)

Involvement

Involves Students, Involves Participants External to JMU

Scope

Hburg/Local/VA

Date

Academic Year AY '15-'16

Frequency

Ongoing (Currently in existence, year round)

Primary Focus of Program

Education PK-12

Areas of Engagement

Community Engagement

Format

Community Service

On/Off campus

On campus