Students from across Southern West Virginia explored career pathways and college life during GEAR UP SWV’s Concord Cool Academy: Tracks to the Future at Concord University, featuring hands-on learning, mentorship, and a student showcase.
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GEAR UP SWV Students Showcase Creativity, Career Exploration, and College Readiness at Concord Cool Academy: Tracks to the Future
GEAR UP SWV Students to Explore Career Pathways at Concord Cool Academy: Tracks to the Future
GEAR UP SWV students will attend Concord Cool Academy: Tracks to the Future at Concord University, a four-day camp featuring career exploration, college readiness, leadership development, and hands-on learning experiences.
GEAR UP SWV Extends Summer Camp Registration Deadline to May 31
GEAR UP SWV has extended the 2026 Summer Camp registration deadline to May 31 for remaining overnight camps at Concord University and WVU Tech, offering students hands-on career exploration, STEM learning, and college readiness experiences.
Some GEAR UP SWV Summer Camps Full as Registration Deadline Approaches
GEAR UP SWV’s 2026 Summer Camps are filling quickly ahead of the May 22 deadline, with limited space remaining for Concord Cool Academy and WVU Tech STEM Camp offering hands-on career exploration and college readiness experiences.
GEAR UP SWV to Host “MCSTEAM Into Your Future” Event for Mercer County Students
GEAR UP SWV will host the MCSTEAM Into Your Future event on May 8, 2026, at Mercer Mall, bringing Mercer County ninth and tenth-grade students together for hands-on STEAM learning and career exploration activities.
James Monroe Students Spotlight GEAR UP SWV Impact Through Award-Winning Video
James Monroe High School students created an award-winning video highlighting how GEAR UP SWV is boosting college awareness, leadership skills, and confidence in planning for life after high school.
GEAR UP SWV Opens Applications for 2026 Summer Camp Grants
Athens, W.Va. – GEAR UP Southern West Virginia (GEAR UP SWV) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Summer Camp Grants. The funds provide students and their families with financial support to attend enriching, career-focused summer camps and activities. Designed…
Registration Opens March 9 for GEAR UP SWV 2026 Summer Camps
Registration opens March 9 for GEAR UP SWV’s 2026 Summer Camps, offering students free, hands-on experiences.
GEAR UP SWV & New River CTC Bring Virtual Reality Career Exploration to Local High Schools
Through a program with New River Community and Technical College, students can experience possible paths to take after graduating from high school through Virtual Reality (VR) simulations.
Mercer Students Market Books to Peers During “Bookapolooza” at Concord University
Bookopalooza inspires a love of reading in Southern WV students with free books, interactive activities, and literacy-focused experiences.
Students to Present 60 Projects at ‘Bookapalooza’
Mercer County students will showcase 60 peer-created projects at Bookapalooza, a hands‑on learning event at Concord University. The media is invited to attend.
GEAR UP SWV Announces Free Spring College Bus Tours for Students and Families
GEAR UP SWV invites families on free spring college bus tours to WVU, WVU Tech, and WVSOM to explore campuses and learn about admissions.
GEAR UP SWV Celebrates Successful Launch of High-Dosage Tutoring Across Multiple Counties
GEAR UP SWV has expanded High‑Dosage Tutoring in Algebra I and ELA, providing targeted small‑group support to strengthen student achievement.
Raleigh County Focuses on High School Transition with Support from GEAR UP SWV and Vela Institute
Raleigh County Schools and GEAR UP SWV are using student insights and research-based strategies to strengthen the ninth‑grade transition.
GEAR UP SWV Brings Financial Literacy Classroom Takeovers to Mercer and Summers County High Schools
GEAR UP SWV hosts Financial Literacy Classroom Takeovers in West Virginia schools, helping high school students learn money management and college costs.
Commitment to Graduate Events – Class of 2029
GEAR UP SWV will host Commitment to Graduate events featuring nationally recognized clinical psychologist and motivational speaker Dr. Adolph Brown. The media is invited to attend.
GEAR UP SWV Offers Limited Spots for Overnight Camp
GEAR UP SWV's Cool Academy: Power of Youth Camp—helping 9th-10th graders to build confidence, independence, and smart money habits.
GEAR UP SWV Summer Camp Registration Opens
Registration is now open for GEAR UP SWV summer camps—discover exciting opportunities and reserve your spot before space runs out!
Students Spend School Day Experiencing Historic Wurlitzer Organ
A one-of-a-kind STEAM experience where students explore music, engineering, and creativity through the historic Wurlitzer organ.
GEAR UP SWV Hosts Virtual Algebra 1 Think Tank
GEAR UP SWV hosts a virtual Algebra 1 Think Tank to support student success and math confidence.
GEAR UP SWV 9th-Grade Commitment to Graduate Event to Feature Dr. Adolph Brown
GEAR UP SWV’s 9th-grade Commitment to Graduate event will feature renowned educator and speaker Dr. Adolph Brown.
Mercer and Wyoming County Families Invited to Meet Zach Gowen
Families in Mercer and Wyoming Counties are invited to meet motivational speaker Zach Gowen at a special GEAR UP SWV event.
Program for Southern West Virginia Students is a First in the Country
A groundbreaking program for Southern West Virginia students marks a national first, offering unique opportunities for success.
Concord University Receives Federal GEAR UP Grant Totaling More Than $20 million
Concord University is receiving a federal Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) partnership grant for seven years totaling more than $20 million (about $2.9 million per year). Concord, in partnership with New River Community and Technical College, will serve students in Mercer, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, and Wyoming County schools.