Ms. Breland is responsible for the daily operation and delivery of program services. Ms. Breland works to support you on every level. Ms. Breland maintains an open door policy, and is available to help on a personal and academic level.
Mrs. Davis works closely with Ms. Breland to ensure that the program runs effectively. Mrs. Davis is available to assess your needs, provide direction, and be an immediate resource for you. Mrs. Davis is also responsible for the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE).
Ms. Jones provides support to you as you satisfy your academic requirements, and build an academic portfolio. She can facilitate your course selection, assist you in discovering ways to overcome obstacles in the classroom, give you techniques to reduce anxieties, and help you make your academic experience fulfilling.
Mrs. Peckingham assists with State-mandated reporting, and provides you with support and information you need to maintain financial eligibility for the program. Mrs. Peckingham can assist you in completing your financial aid forms, and resolving billing or financial aid award concerns.
Mrs. Wolfe is the office assistant and is responsible for assessing your needs, providing direction, effective office operations, disseminating information, and is an immediate resource for you. Please see Mrs. Wolfe to schedule an appointment, and for important program dates, or upcoming
Class: Class of 2011
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Major: Biology
Minor: Pre- Med classes
Activities:
Cultural Chair of Black Latino Student Union, Hamilton College Cheerleading Team, Finesse Step Team, Sustah Girl Member "When I was in high school, I was a part of a program called LINK Unlimited that helped me grow and flourish in my academic and personal life. I wanted that same feeling, so when I got accepted into Hamilton's Opportunity Programs, I felt right at home. Coming from a place like Chicago to Clinton, New York was a a big culture shock. During the summer, the program works really hard to get you adjusted to the heavy work load and campus life. The people in the office are your big supporters on campus, and whenever I needed something or simple words of wisdom they were always there to help. They do not let you fail at anything. They do not only help with your academics, but they make sure you grow as a person. Many times I have heard in the Opportunity Programs Office, "If you don't make yourself be seen, then you won't be... Speak up!" I have carried that advice with me everywhere and I am eternally grateful to Opportunity Programs."
Caitlin O'Dowd
Class: Class of 2011
Hometown: Jordan, Oman, Tunisia, Syria, Isreal,Egypt
Major: Women's Studies
Minor: Government
Activities:
Womyn's Center member, Sustah Girl member, Volunteer at Evelyn's House (Utica), Tutor for Young People's Project ( Utica), HEOP English Tutor ( summer 2009)
“I have spent most of my life overseas being the daughter of a diplomat and was particularly nervous about going to college in the United States as my immediate family still lives overseas. I was happy to get accepted into the Opportunity Program and it is because of this program that I made the final decision to come to Hamilton College. This program helped me make one of the hardest transitions in my life thus far and has helped me grow and achieve things that two years ago seemed impossible. The OPPORTUNITY to grow, change, learn, love and succeed are things that this program has given me and other students and I am very proud to be a part of something so great.”
