<p>A few minutes after finding out my decision, I RSVPed for the Overnight Host Program. They said that I would get an email within 48 hours. I haven't gotten one yet. So, I checked online to RSVP section again, but I received
"We are very sorry ...</p>
<p>due to overwhelming response, we are unable to accommodate your request to fly free to our Senior Weekend Program."</p>
<p>Is this the generic format for those wanting to RSVP or is it my confirmation?
I was looking forward to the program too!</p>
<p>I didn’t get an email confirmation like they said I would, but when I checked myEvents and clicked “My request…” that’s what I got. =[
Did anyone get in?!</p>
<p>this is what i see…
bridges Senior Weekend is an exciting opportunity for you to explore UC Berkeley and experience the variety of resources that Cal has to offer. In order for you to take advantage of this opportunity, you must fill out the following reservation request form.</p>
<p>Space in this program is limited by the availability of student hosts and airline tickets.
This program is FREE, including air travel, ground transportation, accommodations and meals.
To request a space you must do the following five things:
Complete and Submit the Reservation Request Form below.
Print, read and sign the Waiver of Liability Form. A parent/guardian must sign this if you are under the age of 18.
Print, read and sign the Participant Agreement Form . A parent/guardian must sign this if you are under the age of 18.
If you are under the age of 18, print, read and have a parent/guardian sign the Authorization to Consent to Treatment of Minor Form .
Bring the original signed copies of all forms with you to present to Berkeley staff during check-in at the airport.</p>
<p>**IMPORTANT: We cannot fly students to Berkeley without the signed documents. We will turn away students at the airport who do not bring the forms with them.</p>
<p>Submitting a reservation request form does not guarantee you a space in the program.</p>
<p>My parents and I have read the documents listed above. I agree to bring the original, signed documents to the airport, along with my photo ID or passport.</p>
<p>Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of California, Berkeley - the number one public university! On behalf of the bridges Multicultural Resource Center and the bridges Community, we cordially invite you to bridges Senior Weekend 2011 (April 14-17), hosted by the Recruitment and Retention Centers.</p>
<p>bridges Multicultural Resource Center is a multicultural coalition consisting of the six student-initiated Recruitment and Retention Centers (RRC) at UC Berkeley:
Black Recruitment and Retention Center (BRRC)
Native American Recruitment and Retention Center (NARRC)
Pilipino Academic Student Services (PASS)
Raza Recruitment and Retention Center (RRRC)
REACH! Asian/Pacific Islander Recruitment and Retention Center
Mixed Student Union (MSU) - bridges affiliate
Arab Recruitment and Retention Center (ARRC) - bridges affiliate</p>
<p>About bridges Senior Weekend</p>
<p>bridges Senior Weekend 2011 is a free overnight program for high school seniors who have been admitted to UC Berkeley for the 2011-2012 academic year. Students are extended the invitation to travel to UC Berkeley for the weekend and experience living in the dormitories or off campus housing with current undergraduate students from the Recruitment and Retention Centers.</p>
<p>During Senior Weekend, prospective Cal students participate in multicultural programs, workshops, and cultural events that will give students the opportunity to engage and interact with current UC Berkeley undergraduates and other prospective students. This weekend is crucial for students to establish essential social networks before they enter the University of California at Berkeley.</p>
<p>For more information about:</p>
<pre><code>* Individual recruitment and retention centers, visit Program Choices
bridges and the various RRCs, visit the bridges Multicultural Resource Center website
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<p>We hope that you will join us for the weekend!</p>
<p>Sincerely,</p>
<p>bridges Multicultural Resource Center
Black Recruitment and Retention Center (BRRC)
Native American Recruitment and Retention Center (NARRC)
Raza Recruitment and Retention Center (RRRC)
Pilipino Academic Student Services (PASS)
REACH! Asian Pacific/Islander Recruitment and Retention Center (REACH!)
Mixed Student Union (MSU)
Arab Recruitment and Retention Center (ARRC)</p>
<p>Note from bridges: The University has asked us to include the following: “The bridges Multicultural Resource Center and the RRCs are student groups acting independently of the University of California.” The student organizations are the hosts of Senior Weekend and are taking full responsibility for the guests.</p>
<p>I didn’t get anything about Bridges., but I suppose that’s meant for URMs?
I’m extremely sad right now, but still confused. I suppose I should wait a bit before directly contacting them. Thanks for your help UC123Cali</p>
<p>Do you have questions about what campus life is like at Berkeley? Do you want to learn more about the unique academic and cultural opportunities available to students at the premier public university in the country? Maybe you have questions or concerns about your major, financial aid, housing, or academic support services.</p>
<p>If so, the Overnight Host Program is a great opportunity for you to get the answers to these and other questions about UC Berkeley. The program connects you with a volunteer host who will give you a first-hand look at Cal student life. During your stay you will explore the Berkeley campus, attend seminars, connect with campus resources, meet other new students, and see Cal from a current student’s perspective.</p>
<p>We encourage you to take advantage of this great opportunity; however, spaces in the program are limited and usually fill up very quickly.</p>
<p>If it makes anyone else feel any better I RSVPed at about 1 AM the night I got my acceptance and I still get the “We are very sorry” letter too. I really wanted to enjoy that free ride oh well.</p>
oh well.</p>