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Meet an EOP Student

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Racheal Cituk

Hometown: Scotia, NY
High School: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake HS
Academic Major: Communications Studies
Academic Minor: Business

"EOP provided me with the academic and financial tools that I was not fortunate enough to have prior to coming to college. They have also given me a home away from home. I was nervous and fearful of what to expect from college life, but EOP welcomed me with open arms and open hearts. The EOP staff, who I now consider family, has been there since day one. They have acted as role-models and a huge support team. I am very thankful and appreciative for all that they have done to make my future a successful one!"

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Jamela Gibson

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
High School: George Westinghouse High School
Academic Major: Broadcast Journalism
Academic Minor: Magazine Journalism

"EOP is like a family. Starting college can be overwhelming, but the EOP staff is always there to help. Starting with Summer Institute, the program helps students advance."

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James Switser

Hometown: Plattsburgh, NY
High School: Peru Central High School
Academic Major(s): Psychology, Audio-Radio Digital Media Production
Academic Minor: Theatre

"EOP helped me to become more socially involved and helped me break my boundaries, particularly during Summer Institute."

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Vertricia Harewood

Hometown: Bronx, NY
High School: Park East High School
Academic Major: Criminal Justice

"EOP means the world to me. If it wasn't for EOP, I don't know how I would have adjusted to college. EOP is like one big family. They opened my eyes to new things. EOP is more than opportunity; EOP is the future for students who didn't think they could go to college."

Contact Information

If you would like more information about the Educational Opportunity Program at SUNY Plattsburgh, please contact

Michele Carpentier, Director Educational Opportunity Program
Office: Angell College Center 110
Phone: (518) 564-2263
Fax: (518) 564-2295

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