RAM Scholars

RAM SCHOLARS PROGRAM

A BRIGHT FUTURE BEGINS WITH ACADEMIC MOMENTUM

The RAM Scholars Program supports promising, first-time college students in their pursuit of success by providing and encouraging the use of resources and services designed to help them initiate and maintain Academic Momentum.

Why participate in the RAM Scholars Program?

DelVal created the RAM (Resources for Academic Momentum) Scholars Program to help students gain and improve the skills needed to be a successful college student. We think of this process as building and maintaining Academic Momentum. When students can spark Academic Momentum, they not only earn good grades and complete their college degree, they create a bright future for themselves and their community.

Khemit Umoren '27 - RAM Scholar

Khemit Umoren, an african american student discussing the program while sitting in a DelVal classroom

As a selected RAM Scholar, students will benefit from a collection of resources and services provided by dedicated staff. RAM Scholar students are required to participate in all components of the program, and typically, our RAM Scholars are thrilled to engage and learn for brighter futures.

Program Structure

Fall Semester

  • RAM Scholars Seminar Course (1 credit)
  • DelVal Experience I (1 credit; required for all new students at DelVal)

Spring Semester

  • Spring Semester Workshops
  • DelVal Experience II (1 credit; required for all new students at DelVal)

Program Themes

  • Personal Reflection
  • Belief System
  • Self-Motivation
  • Personal Agency & Growth Mindset (Self-Reliance)
  • Academic Logistics Literacy
  • Power Learning
  • Finances and Professionalism
  • Human Engagement
Larry Arrington, Associate Dean of Student Support and Engagement

Office Location: Segal Hall, 2nd Floor

Sue McGovern, Assistant Dean of Student Support and Engagement

Office Location: Segal Hall, 2nd Floor, Room 205