For Students

Current Participants

Students participating in SPARK360^o may access exclusive content including resources, scheduled activities, group conversations, and more through the program's Canvas page.

Prospective Participants

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage students to apply as soon as possible after being accepted.

Applications are currently open for Spring and Fall 2024 entry.

Eligibility

Undergraduate students enrolled full-time that have been fully admitted to the University are eligible for participation in SPARK360^o.Priority is given to first and second year students and STEM majors, but all are welcome to apply.

Participant Expectations

Participants of SPARK360^o take an active role in creating a successful college experience. As such, students participating in the program have the following expectations:

Grade Point Average
- Maintain a 2.7 GPA in each individual semester
- Remediation may include an increased focus on academic functioning, additional 1:1 weekly sessions, and/or increased proctored study hall hours
Proctored Study Hall
- Freshmen/Sophomores: minimum 4 hours per week
- Juniors/Seniors: minimum 3 hours per week
- SPARK360^o coaches proctor multiple study hall sessions per week
  - Up to two hours per week can be fulfilled by utilizing UC Action tutoring sessions and workshops, the Writing Center, the Language Learning Center, and the Math Center
Campus Involvement
- Join and actively participate in at least one campus organization

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Comprehensive Support

So what's in it for you? SPARK360^o participants can expect the following throughout their undergraduate experience:

Transition Support
- Individualized plans reinforced with weekly 1:1 meetings to facilitate goal setting and attainment
- Regular check-ins, as necessary
Academic Coaching
- Focus on executive functioning and academic soft skills
  - Time management
  - Note-taking
  - Study skills
  - Organization
  - Strategic planning
  - Scheduling
Social Development
- Exclusive monthly SPARK360^o social events
- At least one joint event with Sooner Works participants per semester
  - Fall: Zarrow Family Tailgate
  - Spring: The Big Event
- Dedicated program space
- A ready-made friend group in other SPARK360^o participants
Independent Living
- Support with adapting to living alone or with a roommate
- Weekly shopping assistance for groceries and other essential items
- Development of life skills
  - Domestic responsibilities
  - Personal hygeine
  - Financial management
Employment Skills
- Resume development
- Interview tactics
- Application assistance
- Connections to employment/internship resources