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UW-Extension Outreach and E-Learning
Sunday, May 27, 2012
 

Diversity Program Development Initiative Applications - 2009-10

For 10 years the division of Continuing Education, Outreach and E-Learning has funded the Diversity Program Development Initiative for innovative and pilot programs that advance UW-Extension's goals for diversity in students, faculty and staff. DPDI has funded 43 programs with 16 campus Continuing Education and Extension partners and 2 division units with 85 community partners. Grants for up to $10,000 were awarded to three programs for 2009-10.

Central City Youth Get SET for Tomorrow
The UW-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education's College for Kids program is partnering with three central city schools/community organizations, United Community Center, United Migrant Opportunity Services and Windlake Elementary School to offer fifth-eighth grade students hands-on experience in science, engineering and technology (SET). Besides providing students with information on the educational path necessary to attain a college degree in these fields, students and families will be exposed to other pre-college programs.

The Dream Team
UW-Rock County's Dream Team pre-college program aims to improve access, retention, and graduation of underrepresented students from Beloit Memorial High School (BMHS) while building relationships among BMHS teachers and UW-Rock County faculty. This year-round program engages first generation, minority students through cohorts or teams in active learning pursuits. A two-week summer camp aims to build self-confidence, leadership skills, and critical thinking skills.

The Power to Get Things Done: Success Strategies for American Women
This project is designed to increase college and career readiness through the integration of American Indian culture, for returning adult American Indian women, particularly those who have suffered abusive relationships. The project will be delivered through a series of classes that will be skill-building and self-empowering. Besides presenting an introduction to college opportunities, goals include improving higher education readiness skills, job skills, personal preparedness, and life skills. The partner in this project is the Bad River Tribal Domestic Abuse Program.