Confirmed Bridges Students
We are excited for you to participate in Bridges! You were selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants and should be very proud. Your participation in the Bridges Program will allow you the opportunity to meet current students, learn about your academic area of interest, experience campus life, and interact with faculty and staff. We are excited to showcase the many opportunities available to you at Miami.
Bridges Program Scholarship
Bridges Program Schedule of Events
All times are Eastern Time.
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Sunday
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| Check-In | 12:30-1:45 p.m. |
| Student Welcome | 2-2:15 p.m. |
| Team Building Activity | 2:15-3:45 p.m. |
| I'm the Admission Director, AMA (Ask Me Anything) | 4-4:30 p.m. |
| Campus Tour | 4:30-5:45 p.m. |
| Dinner | 6-7 p.m. |
| Diversity Dialogue | 7-8:30 p.m. |
| Social | 8:30-10 p.m. |
| Residence Hall Dismissal | 10-10:20 p.m. |
| Optional Evening Activities | 10:20 p.m.-Midnight |
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Sunday (Optional Parent and Guest Schedule)
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| Check-In | 12:30-1:45 p.m. |
| Miami University Q&A | 2:00-2:45 p.m. |
| Campus Tour | 2:45-4 p.m. |
| Monday | |
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| Dining Hall Breakfast | 8-8:40 a.m. |
| Morning Welcome | 8:50-9:10 a.m. |
| Academic Modules | 9:20-11:20 a.m. |
| Student Success Fair and Optional Bookstore Time | 11:20 a.m.-Noon |
| Closing Ceremony and Lunch with Leaders | 12:15-1:30 p.m. |
| Check-Out | 1:30-1:45 p.m. |
What to Bring to the Bridges Program
- Form of identification (driver's license, state ID card, passport or birth certificate)
- Blankets, bedding (Twin XL) & pillow(s)
- Toiletries
- Shampoo, conditioner, soap, etc.
- Bath towel
- Shower shoes/flip flops
- Most residence halls have community restrooms.
- Clothing for the duration of the program
- Check the weather so you are prepared.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Use of cars is not permitted during the program.
- There will be a walking tour of campus.
- Pajamas/sleeping attire
- Umbrella or rain jacket
- Homework
- Spending money
- Personal computers
- Valuables
- Large suitcases/bags
- Any items that you cannot carry
Transportation to the Program
Round-trip transportation will be provided from select cities for Ohio residents. Round-trip transportation will be provided to out-of-state students from the Cincinnati and Dayton airports. All modes of transportation provided by Miami University will include a chaperone. Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled bus/van departure times listed below to allow for check-in.
| City | Location | Departure Time Sunday, Oct. 20 |
Est. Return Time Monday, Oct. 21 |
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Akron
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Acme Fresh Market 3979 Medina Road (Route 18) Akron, OH 44333 Park at the end of the lot. |
9:15 a.m. EST (Arrive at Miami 12:30- 1:45 p.m.) |
6 p.m. EST |
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Columbus
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Dick's Sporting Goods 4304 Easton Gateway Drive Columbus, OH 43219 |
11 a.m. EDT (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
4:15-4:30 p.m. EDT |
| City | Location | Departure Time Sunday, Nov. 3 |
Est. Return Time Monday, Nov. 4 |
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Chillicothe
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Lowe's Hardware 867 N. Bridge St. Chillicothe, OH 45601 |
11 a.m. EDT (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
4:15-4:30 p.m. EDT |
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Cincinnati
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Target (parking lot) 900 E. Kemper Road Springdale, OH 45246 |
12:30 p.m. EST (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
3:15-3:30 p.m. EST |
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Toledo
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Walmart Supercenter 10392 Fremont Pike Perrysburg, OH 43551 |
10 a.m. EST (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
5:45 p.m. EST |
| City | Location | Departure Time Sunday, Nov. 10 |
Est. Return Time Monday, Nov. 11 |
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Cleveland
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Urban Community School 4909 Lorain Ave. Cleveland, OH 44102 The entrance to the Urban Community School is located off of West 47th Street. Follow the orange arrows on the map. The parking lot has a circular driveway and will be on your right side next to the school building. |
9 a.m. EST (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
6 p.m. EST |
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Dayton
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Walmart 1701 W. Dorothy Lane Moraine, OH 45439 |
12:30 p.m. EST (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
3:30-3:45 p.m. EST |
| Location | Address | Departure Time from airport or bus station Sunday, Nov. 17 |
Return Time to airport or bus station Monday, Nov. 18 |
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Cincinnati Airport (CVG)
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Baggage Claim |
12:00 p.m. EST (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
3:30 p.m. EST |
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Dayton Airport (DAY)
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Baggage Claim |
12:15 p.m. EST (Arrive at Miami 12:30-1:45 p.m.) |
3-3:15 p.m. EST |
Check out our transportation FAQs below for tips on booking your travel.
Bridges Program Transportation FAQ
Transportation for students flying into the Cincinnati or Dayton airports will be provided by Miami University. Students will be picked up from the Cincinnati and Dayton airports and transported to Miami University on Sunday, Nov. 17. In addition, we will be providing transportation from Miami University back to the Cincinnati and Dayton airports on Monday, Nov. 18.
Students should schedule their flights based on the times below. Miami University will not be responsible for picking up or dropping off students outside of the times listed below. Please keep in mind the time it takes to complete airport security, boarding and exiting the airplane, and gathering luggage. If these times do not work for you, please see the third question.
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AIRPORT
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ARRIVE BEFORE
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DEPART AFTER
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Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
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12:00 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17
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5:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18
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Dayton International Airport (DAY)
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12:15 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17
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5:15 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18
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