VIBES Application

VIBES (Visionaries Inspiring Black Empowered Students) is a student-led conference created to motivate and empower high school students to pursue higher education. Organized by the Black Student Union at Washington State University, VIBES centers the experiences, leadership, and voices of Black students across Washington and beyond.

Please read this application carefully. Due to limited space, not all applicants will be selected. If you are not accepted this year, we encourage you to apply again in the future.

Education Information & College Planning

What is your current grade level?*

When will you enter college for the first time?*
Typically, Fall of the year you graduate.

Current School*

Cumulative GPA*

Academic interest*

Are you interested in pursuing higher education after high school?*

Yes

Unsure

What are your plans for higher education after graduating from high school? *

What other plans do you have after graduating from high school?*

Are you interested in attending Washington State University?*

Since you're interested in applying to WSU and you're a current high school senior, please upload a copy of your unofficial high school transcript.*

Conference Logistics

If you are selected to attend the VIBES Conference, transportation to Washington State University is included. A Charter Bus will pick-up students at various locations.

What is your preferred bus pick-up location?*

Getting to Know You

Are you involved in any school or college-prep programs?*
Please check all that apply.

What other school or college-prep programs are you involved in?*

Have you previously attended the VIBES conference?*

Yes

What are you most excited to learn or experience at this conference?*
Please check all that apply.

Meeting other students from across Washington

Learning about college admissions and financial aid

Exploring identity, leadership, or cultural topics

Visiting a college campus for the first time

Hearing from college mentors and student panels

Getting a feel for college life (social events, campus life, etc.)

Building confidence and finding community

Other

What other topics or experiences are your most excited about?*

How did you hear about this conference?*
Please check all that apply.

What was the other way you heard about this conference?*

What was the other language(s) are spoken at home?*

This conference was created by Washington State University students to expand access to information and opportunities related to higher education for high school students across Washington state.

How would attending this conference support your goals of pursuing education after high school?*
Responses must be at least 100 words.

Due to limited capacity, not all applicants can be accepted to attend this conference.

If selected, how would you use what you learn at the conference to give back to or support your school or community?*
Responses must be at least 100 words.

Financial Security & Fee Waiver Consideration
These questions help us determine eligibility for conference fee waivers or additional support. All responses are optional.

Do you currently receive or qualify for any of the following forms of financial assistance?

If you would like to be considered for a conference fee waiver, is there anything you would like to share about your financial or personal circumstances?

Yes, I'll provide additional context below

No, or I have no other context to provide

Additional context

Family & Emergency Contact Information

Have either of your parents or legal guardians completed a four‑year college degree?*

Yes, at least one parent/guardian has completed a four year degree

No, neither parent/guardian has completed a four year degree

I am not sure

Parent/Guardian 1 First Name*

Parent/Guardian 1 Last Name*

Parent/Guardian 1 Email*

Parent/Guardian 1 Cell Phone*

Parent/Guardian 1 Relationship to Student*

Parent/Guardian 2 First Name

Parent/Guardian 2 Last Name

Parent/Guardian 2 Email

Parent/Guardian 2 Cell Phone

Parent/Guardian 2 Relationship to Student

Emergency Contact (other than parent)*

Emergency Contact Phone Number*

Reference Information

Please provide the contact information for one school‑based reference who can speak to your academic engagement, character, or interest in higher education. Acceptable references include teachers, school counselors, coaches, advisors, or school administrators.

Reference Full Name*

Title/Role*

School or Organization Name*

Email Address*

Phone Number (optional)