"The UB program is amazing! From the staff, trips to new places, and even the true college experience. But the one thing I’ve enjoyed the most was meeting so many different people and making so many new friends even with the staff. This program has guided me in so many ways and has truly impacted me in and outside of school. I would recommend this program to anyone! Thank you Upward Bound!" -
Gavin Caviness, Graham High School
"As a parent, I love Upward Bound because it provides invaluable support and opportunities for my child’s academic and personal growth. Watching them thrive in a supportive environment fills me with pride and hope for their future. As the saying goes, 'With Upward Bound, the sky’s the limit for our children’s dreams.'"
Ebony Carver, UB Parent
"Upward Bound is more than a program; it’s a lifeline of opportunities and encouragement, turning aspirations into achievements and dreams into reality. Thank you for fostering a community of support and empowerment, where students are inspired to aim high and achieve their full potential. Your program has not only prepared us for college but has also instilled in us a lifelong love for learning and a belief in our ability to make a difference."
Khamani Carver, Person High School
"As a parent, I love the guidance this program gives our students. The staff is nothing short of amazing! I have enjoyed watching my son grow and experience new things and places in this program. Not only does this program prepare our children for college, but it also prepares the parents. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
Kristia Thaxton, UB Parent
"One thing I like about the Upward Bound program is that this program provides a bunch of great opportunities! This is very helpful to people who want this chance or opportunity to see different colleges, get that college experience, and education and knowledge. Upward Bound is a family, and we stick together and grow. Upward has taught me so much things about college, many lifesaving tips, and just preparing me for college and the real world. I would recommend this program to anyone, and this has been such a great journey and I cannot wait for more. Thank you, Trio Upward Bound."
Aisha Ndiaye, Graham High School
"One thing about the Upward Bound program is, as a freshman just coming into high school, it’s a new experience and new thing for me, but I am so thankful that I got an invitation to this program. It has helped me, taught me, guided me, and taught me a lot about college life and life in general, and I am so glad that I have a spot in TRIO, and I thank God for everything the program has done for me. Thank you, TRIO."
Cordell Williams, Person High School
"Our faith never waivered when it came to trusting decisions and setting goals for our kids [with the Upward Bound Program]. There has always been nothing short of an encouraging word from all of the NCCU TRIO people involved."
Jessica Warren, UB Parent
"I appreciate Upward Bound because it helps support us teenagers who really want to go further. The staff is always supportive, and they try to make the program the best of the best for everyone. I would recommend this program to anyone. Upward Bound teaches a lot of things. So far, I have enjoyed my experience. Thank you, UB!" -
Kamri McCrary, Graham High School
"One thing I like about the Upward Bound program is that the program provides a bunch of great opportunities to us! This is very helpful to people who want to experience new things with school or learn more about college programs. It’s a chance or opportunity to see different colleges, get that college experience, and education and knowledge and have a little fun with other students and mentors. Upward Bound is a family, and family that's always there when you need them, and we stick together and grow. Upward Bound has taught me so much about preparing me for college and the real world. I would totally recommend this program to anyone, and this has been such a great journey, and I cannot wait for more. So far I’m loving my experience. Thank you, TRIO Upward Bound."
Ahaziah Rhodes