WSU Another Chance
In partnership with
. Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation . ACCESS, Inc
WSU Another Chance is a declaration of the university’s strong commitment to extend outreach programs in neighboring communities to adults with low basic skills and move them along the pathway to success. Started in 2009 and funded by the State of Michigan, Another Chance falls under the auspices of Wayne State University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS), Africana Studies Department. It addresses the educational needs of the disproportionately large numbers of urban residents who need academic preparation to get their GED diplomas or transition into post secondary institutions or the world of work.
Another Chance is a declaration of WSU's strong commitment to extend outreach programs in neighboring communities to adults with low basic skills and move them along the pathway to success. Started in 2009 and funded by the State of Michigan,
Another Chance addresses the educational needs of the disproportionately large numbers of urban residents who need academic preparation to transition into post secondary institutions or the world of work. It helps them to complete high school or get their GED diplomas. Students have access to occupational information and are encouraged to pursue definitive goals and gain control of their lives thereby ebbing the tide of hopelessness. Methods of instruction include individualized learning (learning lab), small group instruction to foster cooperative learning, peer study groups, and one-on-one instruction. Assessment to show progress for favorable labor market impact is done through continuous and intensive monitoring in the program.
Programs are situated in several sites around Detroit and include the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation, ACCESS, New Prospect Baptist Church, Detroit Literacy Coalition. New targets for the coming year include North American Association of Native Americans and the downtown synagogue.
Participant Eligibility Criteria
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Learners must be minimum 18 years or older
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Does not have a high school or GED diploma
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Possess current MI State identification or driver’s license and social security card
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Must TABE test at minimum 4th grade equivalency reading skills.
Services Offered
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Wayne State University-Another Chance Program is an adult education program that prepares non-traditional learners to successfully pass the GED examination.
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Classes are in session Monday through Thursday, 9:30am to 1:30pm.
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This is an academic year long program and operates in accordance with the semester system of the university.
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Tutors are available for those learners in need of additional instructional support.
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Community resource referrals are provided to students that may need household assistance and supportive services.
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We assist in career development and filing financial aid and college applications of interest.
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We host a graduation ceremony on the campus of Wayne State University at the end of the academic year to celebrate our student’s accomplishments.
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Program Characteristics
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We are an urban-centered program that is situated in the heart of the cultural center. We offer non-traditional classes that are small, the teachers are attentive, and we have a diverse student population.
STAFF MEMBERS
WSU/ANOTHER CHANCE
DEPARMTENT OF AFRICANA STUDIES
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
Administration
Daphne W. Ntiri, PhD, Program Chair
Alesia Williams, Program Management
Tara Dixon-Givhan, Secretary
Faculty
Robert Allen
Rasheedah Askew
Fredie Carter, Ed.D
Samuel Craig, Ed.D
Melody Moore
Maria Yoo
PARTNERS
Community Partners
Reading Works, Inc
ACCESS, Inc
Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation
Detroit Urban League/Mature Workers
Ser Metro
Detroit Literacy Coalition
Other Referral Agencies:
MI Department of Corrections - Probation Dept.
First Congregational Church
Third Circuit Court/Power Court
Children's Center (Foster Care program)
Spectrum Human Services
CONTACT
Ms. Alesia Williams
Wayne State University
Macabees Building
5057 Woodward, 11th Floor
Detroit, MI 48202

Prof. Daphne W. Ntiri, PhD
Wayne State University
Department of Africana Studies
5057 Woodward Ave, #11207.2
Detroit, MI 48221