Completing your college education has been a goal for you ever since you joined Onward We Learn. You have worked hard to be ready for life after high school and the challenge of higher educations. As you embark on your postsecondary education and seek to earn a degree or credentials that will open exciting career opportunities, Onward We Learn’s Postsecondary Success Team is still here to offer support and encouragement.
Postsecondary services for students in Onward We Learn:
- College Counseling
- Transition to college support
- FAFSA renewal and verification
- Career exploration
- Leadership development
- Goal setting
- Referrals to university/college resources
- Information about internships
- Success Workshops
- Transfer Assistance
- Reenrollment supports
- Emergency Fund
Our College Success Coaches
Our coaches provide virtual support to Onward students (attending any college or university in RI or out of state) and have office locations at CCRI, RIC, and URI during the academic year.
- Community College of Rhode Island, Liston Campus (Providence Rm 1198) – Neni Benzan
- Rhode Island College – Anthony Mam (Adam Library, Level 1)
- University of Rhode Island – Kassandra Paquette (Taft Hall Rm 207)
- Salve Regina University, New England Institute of Technology – Shanty Pineda
- All other private 4-year schools (in RI and out of state) – Anthony Mam
- All other Trade and Technical Schools – Marlex Torres
- Accelerate – Dual Enrollment Program – Shanty Pineda (CCRI Providence Rm 1198)
- Students took a Gap Year or those who wish to re-enroll in school – Marlex Torres
If you have any questions about our postsecondary services or need help connecting to a College Success Coach, please contact Senior Director of College Access and Success Keri Rossi-D’entremont.