Kupita/Transiciones (K/T)
WELCOME K/T 2024!
Kupita/Transiciones (K/T) is a free program that includes a cultural orientation, transition experience and year-long mentoring program for newly admitted and transfer African American, Latinx, Hispanic, Native American and Multiracial students in mind. Spanning over the academic year, students will engage in activities to learn how to successfully navigate their college career by focusing on the cultural and social climate of Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University.​​​​​​ All students are welcome to join.
As a result of participating in the Kupita/Transiciones (K/T) program, we hope students:
- Feel more connected to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University
- Establish their Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Familia
- Are affirmed in their cultural Identity
- Gain an appreciation for different cultures
- Identify opportunities of engagement at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University
After students participants in the cultural orientation and transition experience students will continue into the K/T Mentoring Program. The K/T Mentoring Program offers students an opportunity to have their mentor from K/T provide continue assistance, guidance and support throughout their entire freshman year.
Registration
Starting May 13, first-year and transfer students can register by clicking the link that was shared with them to their email address they used to apply to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ and/or their kent.edu email.
Registration deadline: July 19, 2024
Program Dates
August 12:
9am-2pm- Move-in to residence halls
2pm-3pm- Program Check-in at the Kent Student Center Ballroom
3pm: Program Welcome at the Kent Student Center Ballroom
August 12-15: K/T Orientation
Parent and Family
Parent and Family Engagement Website
Student Leadership Opportunities
Apply to become a K/T Mentor or Navigator for the 2024-2025 Academic Year!
Eligibility and Application for K/T Mentors and Navigators
Information/Questions
If you need any additional information or have any questions, please contact the Moore Center at (330) 672-3560 or via e-mail at SMC@kent.edu.
Social Media
Show your excitement about Kupita/Transiciones (K/T) by using the hashtag #KT2KSU23. We're eager for the program to start!