Legacy Mission
The Legacy 2000 Mentoring/Retention Program is designed as a collaborative effort using the time and skills of Black and Latino faculty, staff and students to enhance student retention. There are five integral parts to this program that aid in reaching those goals:
- Facilitating the transition from High School to College;
- Providing Mentors and role models for Black and Latino/a students;
- Iincreasing the retention of Black and Latino/a through the freshman year;
- Creating a sense of belonging among the Black and Latino/a population;
- Providing support and information regarding services and resources available at Northeastern University.
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The Black & Latino New Student Orientation
Legacy's first sponsored student program of the year is the New Student Orientation for entering Black and Latino/a students. The primary purpose of the program is to introduce the entering class to one another, Northeastern staff, faculty, administrators and to their Legacy 2000 Student Mentors. All are welcomed to attend the orientation.
The orientation is an informative program presented to you in assorted formats. The highlight of the program is your Student Mentors who act out various scenarios that involve many of the challenges, campus incidents and circumstances or situations in which you as a first year students may encounter.
In addition, the orientation provides an opportunity for you to interact with each other and enjoy the camaraderie within the Black and Latino community at Northeastern University.
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Study Abroad
The Office of International Study Programs at Northeastern realized that
Black and Latino/a students are far less likely to take advantage of study
abroad programs than their white counterparts. To try and reverse this
trend, International Study Programs has teamed up with Legacy 2000 to
present an informative discussion to educate students about the many opportunities available to study outside of the US. In addition, this
forum attempts to help students get on an academic plan that will allow
them the greatest chance for international exploration.
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Financial Aid Workshop
Legacy 2000 and Student Financial Services co-sponsor a financial aid workshop intended to give you a clear understanding of financial responsibilities as a student. The workshop provides financial information to develop a strong financial plan for the first year and how to address certain tuition issues.
Some of the topics covered are:
- Completing the FAFSA
- Applying for Loans
- Locating Scholarship Opportunities
- Budgeting &
Financial Planning
- Financial Blocks
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