Preparatory Enrollment Program - Enrolled Students

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The Preparatory Enrollment Program (PEP) provides a comprehensive approach to supporting and advising students to enhance their experience during their first year at RIC. The program prides itself on focusing on individual strengths and goals. Here at PEP, we encourage you to come as you are!

Information for Enrolled PEP Students

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Meet Our New Peer Mentors!

The role of the PEP Peer Mentors is to establish a relationship with students and help them feel like they belong.

Current PEP Experience

We are invested in your success as a student at Rhode Island College, PEP students who have completed their first year are encouraged to remain in contact with the program.

Peer Mentorship

Peer Mentors help students navigate the college experience by providing guidance on social integration and academic and campus resources. They also serve as role models.

Resource Center and Lending Library

We welcome students to utilize our laptop rental program, and the desktops located in the Student Support Services’ Resource Center. We have Math textbooks and calculators available to borrow in office.

College Major Exploration Series

During Wednesday Free Period in the spring semester, undecided PEP students can explore various majors through Q&A’s with department faculty members.

Wednesday Community Hour

Every Wednesday we hold community events and workshops during free period.

Our Team

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Contact Us

Center for Scholar Development

Creating educational pathways in an affirming environment for first generation scholars in their pursuit of post-secondary success.

Precious Kafo

Project Director II

Preparatory Enrollment Program