Cleveland State University

Diversity and Multicultural Affairs

AHANA Program

Application

The mission of the AHANA Program is to increase the success and retention rates of first-year AHANA Program participants. The program connects first-year underrepresented students with upper-class peer mentors. Peer mentors coordinate opportunities for students to become acclimated to the campus, as well as to develop their personal, academic, social and cultural experiences through programming and guidance.

Fill out the application below to enroll in the AHANA (African American, Hispanic, Asian and Native American) Program TODAY! To begin to take advantage of what the AHANA Program has to offer, please enroll in our free, optional, non-residential mini-summer bridge program Running S.T.A.R.T., by selecting yes under the heading “Enroll for Summer Program. “ Once you submit your application, you will be contacted within 3-5 business days regarding the status of your application. Please note that only complete applications will be considered. If you have questions about your application, email AHANA@csuohio.edu or call (216)-687-9233. Thank you for your interest!

Personal Data
First Name
(required)
Middle Initial
Last Name
(required)
CSU ID
(required)
Street Address
(required)
City
(required)
State
ZIP Code
Phone Number
(required) - please enter as 1234567890
Email
(required)
Have you applied for financial aid by filling out the FAFSA?
Phone
Email
Do you plan to work during the fall semester
Yes
No
If yes, how many hours per week do you plan on working?


Racial/Ethnicity (Optional)
Ethnicity:
Are you Hispanic/Latino?
Yes
No
Race: Select one or more races that describe you best
American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Black or African American
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
White
Background Information
You will be an incoming
High School or previous College attended:
(required)
Intended Major
Why do you want to participate in the AHANA Program?
What academic challenges do you anticipate this year?
What type of student organizations are you interested in?
What are some of your hobbies/interest?
What types of cultural/social events do you like to attend?
Financial Information
Have you applied for financial aid by filling out the FAFSA?
Yes
No
Enroll for Running S.T.A.R.T. (Striving Toward Academic Readiness Together) Summer Bridge Program
Please select one:
Yes
No

READ AND CHECK BELOW

Welcome to the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs AHANA Program. As a program participant we ask that you make a commitment to yourself and AHANA so you may fully benefit from the support services the Program has to offer.

Our staff will work closely with you to provide comprehensive services and events as resources allow. As a participating student: you will be responsible for the following:

  • Attend two of the Let’s Get Acquainted Activities the first week of the fall semester
  • Attend mandatory AHANA New Mentee Orientation session – September/January
  • Attend four (4) Tuesday Connections from 12:00 – 12:45 pm
  • Attend four (4) Nuts & Bolts You Need to Succeed Workshops ,Thursday’s from 12:00 – 12:45 pm
  • Attend two multicultural events, or workshops per semester.
  • Meet monthly with your assigned AHANA/ODAMA Staff member
  • Meet with your AHANA Peer Mentor at least every two weeks (via email, phone, or in-person meetings)
  • Complete a confidential AHANA Program evaluation online near the end of the semester
  • Participate in a year-end-focus group
  • Attend annual Recognition Dinner
  • Demonstrate a commitment by carrying out agreed upon goals and academic action plans developed in consultation with the AHANA Program Staff
  • Update your contact information to both your peer mentor and the Program when changes occur.

Agreement

By checking this box, I agree that I have read and understand all parts of this application. It is my understanding that success in college will require certain commitments on my part. AHANA will provide services that will assist me in reaching my academic and career goals. I acknowledge all expectations listed above and will strive to be an active participant in the AHANA Program to the best of my ability.

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Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue, RT 1254
Cleveland, OH 44115-2214
Campus Location
Rhodes Tower, Room 1254
2605 Euclid Avenue
Phone: 216.687.9233
Fax: 216.687.9211
s.archer@csuohio.edu


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