Pedals for Progress was founded on the idea of taking unwanted bicycles, fixing them up, and sending them to developing countries in order to promote economic growth. By supplying bicycles to poor and developing areas, P4P hopes to stimulate economic growth by allowing the bikes to be used as tools. The bikes can become food haulers, taxies, farm tools, or transportation for jobs far away. This charity has seen great results, hence P4P’s growing program that is receiving more bikes every day.

The bicycles also allow for doctors to visit places where automobiles cannot go, making the bikes an invaluable tool for hospitals. P4P is a wonderful organization to work with (the company I work for over the summer has a program set up with P4P) and the reward is great in the end. P4P.org supplies all the information needed to set up a bike collection group with them; all you have to do is ask them before you start collecting – that way they can plan accordingly.

The best thing about P4P is that it takes the numerous unwanted and discarded bikes laying around, fixes them, and makes them useful to someone else. On top of that, there is one less thing being tossed into a landfill that could otherwise be saved. I encourage you to check out P4P and see if there is a group in your area. Whether you are bored, want to help, or simply love charity work, P4P is definitely worth checking out.

Here is wishing everyone a safe and happy summer. See you next semester!

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College students generally spend their summers in one of four ways. For some, the summer is full of relaxation and fun in the sun. Then, there are the students who use the summer months to work and save money. For others, there is the opportunity to continue their education. And as always, some college students use their summer time as an opportunity to travel.

Millersville University is offering a wide variety of classes and travel opportunities for students this summer. The summer is perfect for taking a class or two, whether you chose to take a class on campus, at a different university, or through an affiliated program, such as the Marine Science Consortium in Virginia. You can also opt to take your summer classes in a foreign country. It is a little more costly, but the experience is incredible!

It may only be February, but it is never too early to start planning for your summer. Registration for certain courses is coming up soon. Even though other registrations may be later in the semester, you may want to consider saving your money now in order to pay for courses, or cover additional costs that you may encounter in a study abroad experience, for example.

This week, we are taking a look into various courses and programs offered for college students this summer. Summer is the perfect time to seize unique opportunities.

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Not all classes are offered during the summer sessions. The Registrar’s website contains a bulletin with all the classes available. Academic advisors can be helpful in deciding which course(s) to take during a summer session. Classes are held Monday through Friday, Monday through Thursday, Monday through Wednesday, Tuesday and Thursday, and one night a week; depending on which session a student enters.

Some summer courses are also offered online, which is helpful for students who cannot be on campus. Information about online courses is available at http://www.millersville.edu/gps/distancelearning/courses. Not all of the courses are available online.

Housing is available on campus during the summer sessions. On-campus living information is available at the Housing Office in Harbold Hall.The Summer Session One web schedule is now available for viewing online at http://www.millersville.edu/registrar. Having the schedule available online now is a good way to see which classes you may be interested in taking. Registration for Summer Session One begins March 30.

Financial aid is available to students during the summer sessions. The deadline to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is March 15. This form can be completed at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Millersville University Summer Financial Aid Request Form will be available online to be completed March 1. It is extremely important to pay attention to deadlines for financial aid. Failure to do so may result in having to pay without financial assistance.

Taking summer courses at Millersville is a great way to catch up on credits and even accelerate your expected graduation date. Students interested in taking summer courses should speak to their academic advisors.

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