Engage in discussions of social impact, and power dynamics of social engagement, and learn how to develop practical strategies to manage and develop ideas and/or academic projects
Engage with a community of peers & explore your own sense of self & cultural identity
Receive meaningful personal & intellectual mentorship to guide participants through their freshman and sophomore year
Receive 1-1 academic guidance & advocacy with El Centro Program Specialist
$600 scholarship upon successful completion of program
Opportunity to participate in a summer study abroad trip to Mexico!
Eligibility
Program is open to any qualifying student regardless of immigration status
Must be a UNM incomming freshmen or sophmore enrolled in fall and spring semesters
Be able to attend all programming sessions in fall and spring semesters.
Prefrence will be given to any students meeting any of the following criteria:
Member of a traditionally underrepresented group in higher education
First generation college student
Qualify as low-income or/and Pell-Eligible
Requirements:
Commit to participate in the mentorship program for both fall and spring semesters
Attend 8 sessions, once a month
Participate in traditional and ceremonial activities
Actively commit to the learning process and embrace new knowledge
Participate in El Centro cultural workshops and events