Black Student Success Initiative
2024 Super Saturday Breakout Sessions
>>Register for a breakout session<<, choose from one of the sessions below. All breakout sessions run from 2:00pm to 3:20pm
Session |
Breakout Session Title | Description |
Location |
Facilitator(s) |
| 1 | Your Path to Fresno State Starts with Bulldog Bound | University Center, Conference Room 100 | Jesse Farias and Alyson Bautista |
| Join us for the "Bulldog Bound Information Session," where we'll dive into everything you need to know about becoming a part of our Bulldog family! You'll have the chance to ask questions and connect with current students and staff who can share their experiences and insights. Whether you're excited, nervous, or just curious, hang out with us and get the scoop on what it means to be a Bulldog! | |||
| 2 | Financial Resources for the Win | Science 1, 45 | Dr. Sierra Estrada |
| Learn how to pay for college. A financial aid staff member will review the FAFSA application, ID, and the types of aid you may receive, such as scholarships and grants. | |||
| 3 | The Fresno State TRIO | Science 1, 43 | Upward Bound |
| The TRIO Student Support Services Program (SSSP) serves first-generation students, students from low-income backgrounds, and students with a disability; providing undergraduates with academic support, financial aid literacy/education, and graduate school preparation support to ensure every individual's successful retention and graduation. | |||
| 4 | Education Talent Search "UNLOCK YOUR A-GAME" | Science 2, 107 | Francisco Morales |
| Learn to set yourself up for success! In this workshop, students will be introduced to A-G college admissions requirements and gain an understanding of how to meet those requirements successfully. Students will also learn about other ways to become strong college applicants, such as enrolling in honors and AP courses. | |||
| 5 | Business Behind Entertainment | Science 2, 108 | Jay Bethea, Cortney Woodruff, and Matt Buser |
| Learn about entertainment advertising, law, record labels, television, radio, mentorship, and more. | |||
| 6 | "Paint with All the Colors of the Wind" Beginners | Conley Arts, 115 | Julia Plasencia |
| In this beginner-level paint session, students can express their creativity through pumpkin painting and receive face painting. This session is open to students in grades K-6. | |||
| 7 | Community-Based Learning: Robotics in the Classroom | Science 2, 308 | Daisy Bravo, Lan Cui, Joanna Garcia, Jackie Ceballos |
| Join the Community-Based Learning team for an engaging robotics course offered to elementary and middle school students through hands-on coding and robotics challenges. | |||
| 8 | Elevate & Celebrate: Success Strategies for Black Students | Peters Building PB 131 | Clarke-Lauren Richard and Akyia Ervin |
| Join us for a dynamic workshop for African American & Black students navigating the community college experience. This interactive session will provide essential strategies for academic success, personal development, and community building. Whether you are just starting your journey or looking to enhance your college experience, this workshop is a safe space to learn, grow, and thrive together. | |||
| 9 | Cal State Apply workshop for High School Seniors/Incoming Transfers, Admissions and Recruitment | University Center, Conference Room 100 |
Cheyanna Vang and the Bulldog Bound Ambassador team |
| Ready to complete your Fresno State admissions application? We are here to help. Join us as our team is ready to assist you with your college application to Fresno State. | |||
| 10 | Be Golden with Golden Charter Academy | Science 2, 209 | Liana Pellegrino |
| Join the Golden Charter Academy informational session to learn about an innovative academy that fosters partnerships with parents and the environment through stewardship of scholars' success. The session will include a Q&A. | |||
| 11 | Black Excellence in Science and Technology: Wonders of Milk and Magic of the Mind | Science 1, 41 | Dr. Alejandro Calderon-Urrea and Dr. Chris Miller |
| Join us for a demonstration of the wonders of milk! Learn about the mind and how it processes delight through the multiple facets of milk. | |||
| 12 | Black Excellence and Science and Technology: "Computer Science," | Science 2, 206 | Dr. Hubert Cecotti |
| Join us for a computer science workshop! Engage in activities that involve learning computer science techniques and methods. | |||
| 13 | Textiles | Conley Arts, 136 | Tyler Alce |
| Tap into your inner artist! In this session, students can complete a printmaking textile highlighting the beauty and strength of their heritage. This session is open to students 6th- 12th. | |||
| 14 | ArtFlow | Conley Arts 129 | Kambrya Bailey |
| In this intermediate-level paint session, students will participate in an abstract painting workshop and create an individual ArtFlow piece using an acrylic pouring technique. They will have the opportunity to express their creativity. This session is open to students in grades 7-12. | |||
| 15 | Tri-Beta's Genetic Diversity in Angiosperms | Science 1, 39 | Andy Cabrera |
| In this workshop, students will learn about the intricate details of angiosperms or flowering plants. We will discuss the differences in anatomy between perfect and imperfect flowers and how that can potentially impact the genetic diversity of different plants. We will also discuss inheritance and the importance of a genetically diverse population. This workshop contains many hands-on activities, including Plant Dissection, Poster Creation, and many more! |