The Pre-College Trailblazers program provides incoming first-year college students with vital information regarding mentorship, academic advising, tutoring, and other skills-building sessions to aid in a rising freshman's transition to college. Additionally, the program provides opportunities for practicing and learning about resources associated with math and writing skills to ensure that students are able to meet college-level expectations.

The Pre-College Trailblazers program is open to all rising first-year college students, with preference given to those students attending an IU campus in Fall 2023. During the Summer 2023 program, sessions will be hosted three days a week to dive deep into college prep conversations and practice skills including:

• How to navigate high school-to-college transitions, such as how to work with your academic advisor and professors
• Finding balance between academic pursuits and pursuing career development in college
• Developing skills for choosing a college mentor and creating positive relationships with other students, faculty, and staff
• Getting the inside scoop on the academic rigors of college life and what you can do to be successful
• Identifying foundational math concepts by working on college mathematics problems with current IU tutors and discussing strategies for success with college math courses and problem-solving
• Interpreting college-level writing assignments, learning how to meet teacher expectations, and taking advantage of writing tutorials and office hours
• Receiving tips and advice on how to tackle college reading material with ease

The Pre-College Trailblazers program partners are committed to ensuring that incoming students are receiving the best and most relevant information to be successful in their transition from high school to college.

Program Dates: 2023 dates to be announced