If PEP had a motto, it would probably be: "You can't help others without helping yourself."  Mutual support and personal development are at the very core of the Program.  At weekly meeting and at two weekend retreats each year, Peppers work on themselves and the group dynamics in order to get a better understanding of what makes each tick.  The self-discovery process and the group's cohesiveness have been instrumental in both helping students stay in college and make healthier life choices that have a significantly positive impact on their lives.