InCLUsive Overnight Scholars Program

 

March 18-20, 2009


About the InCLUsive Overnight Scholars Program

The InCLUsive Overnight Program was established to increase diversity within the student body. We hope to foster a campus climate that encourages inclusive, cross-cultural interaction, respect for and appreciation of diversity and global awareness.

The InCLUsive Overnight Scholars Program gives admitted high school students the opportunity to visit CLU’s campus. Participants will learn what life is like as a CLU student by staying in a residence hall, making connections with members of our faculty, staff, and student leaders, meeting other students considering CLU, and interacting with current students who make CLU their home. Participants will write an essay to be eligible for the InCLUsive Overnight Scholarship. This is an invitation only program.

Scholarship Award

Participants who are invited to come to campus will write an essay for the InCLUsive Overnight Scholarship. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $ 2,500 and are renewable for up to four years.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the InCLUsive Overnight Scholars Program and scholarship, students must be a high school student admitted to CLU for the 2009-2010 academic year and meet one of the following requirements:

  • Identify as an underrepresented student (African American/Black, Alaskan-Eskimo, Asian American, Latino/Latina, Native American, Pacific Islander)
  • First generation college student (neither parent has received a four-year degree)
Schedule of Events
Thursday, March 26, 2009
  • Travel to Campus
  • Check-in
  • Welcome Reception and Dinner
  • Student Activity Fair
Friday, March 17, 2009
  • Breakfast
  • Tour
  • Class Visit
  • Lunch
  • Class Visits
  • Evening Outing
Saturday, March 28, 2009
  • Breakfast
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Lunch
  • Admitted Student's Day

Participant Information

Before you accept your invitation to the InCLUsive Overnight Scholars Program, we ask that you and your family read and understand the following:

Attendance

You are able to attend in person the full event for Thursday, March 26 through Saturday, March 28, 2009. All participants will be traveling on Thursday, March 26 to campus. The program concludes on the morning of Saturday, March 28. CLU will provide a letter to your high school explaining your absence on Thursday and Friday. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE TO THE EVENT SCHEDULE.

Transportation

Transportation costs will be covered by California Lutheran University. In the case of flights or trains, CLU will purchase the most economical ticket that fits within the time constraints of the program. For those who are driving, CLU will reimburse one-way mileage from your home to California Lutheran University at the rate of $0.40 per mile, if the mileage is over $10.00.

Cancellation Policy

Due to the magnitude of the program, CLU had instituted a cancellation policy that is necessary to make this event successful for all those involved. We encourage you to ensure you availability prior to confirming your attendance at this event. At the time of the RSVP, you will be asked to supply credit card information. In the event you cancel after your travel arrangements have been made, you will be charged the full cost of your ticket, as your name is no-transferable or refundable.

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