The Saluki Summer Bridge program is designed to help first-year students get an early start and adjust to student life. The program specifically helps incoming freshmen prepare for their first semester at SIU. The program provides a two-week experience where students participate in enrichment courses, engage in leadership activities, explore student employment opportunities, receive an introduction to SIU student learning platforms and meet campus faculty, staff and administrators. Students who are interested in getting an early start to college adjustment, improving college readiness skills and increasing their chances of success at the university should apply.