2024 Crunch Time
As finals draw near, GEAR UP advisors hosted Crunch Time: Nachos & Finals Prep. Advisors gave students self-care and study tips, while students enjoyed nachos, resources, and the company of a therapy dog.
Students and a cute therapy dog
Enjoying nachos
The therapy dog up close
In November, GEAR UP hosted Finals Prep events at the University of Utah (Nov. 11) and Salt Lake Community College (Nov. 13). Approximately 95 students attended the events. In anticipation of finals week, they received support and guidance from GEAR UP Advisors. Advisors checked in on students, shared study and self-care tips, and highlighted available resources to support their success.
Students enjoyed fun activities while connecting with their Advisors—University of Utah attendees met a therapy dog, while Salt Lake Community College students rode a smoothie bike. Both events featured a nacho bar and giveaways like Rocket book notebooks, College Survival Kits, and annotation kits to assist with studying.
The weeks before finals are stressful, especially for first-year college students, but these events reminded students of GEAR UP’s guidance and encouragement.