Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program
About HEOP
The Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) was created in 1969 by the New York State Legislature to help academically and economically disadvantaged New York residents gain access to the state's private colleges and universities. For more than 34 years, HEOP has provided educationally and financially deserving students with academic, financial, personal and career counseling support in order to guide students toward educational success.
Zahilis Carmona '10
Hometown: Rochester, NY
High School Attended: East High School
Major: Sociology
Activities & Special Recognition: Fisher Orientation Team, Peer Advisor, American Red Cross Youth Mentor, HEOP 3.0 Club, Treasurer of the Sociology Club and Van Strydock Accounting Scholar
"HEOP means family, support and a part of what I need to be successful. It's a program that provides disadvantaged students with the opportunity to receive a higher education...HEOP has helped me academically and financially. It is a great support system and a motivating factor in my life. The advisors are very helpful, and overall the program is awesome!"