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Classwork Assistance/Study Sessions

MESA Center (UH 272) Open hours: 8am - 6pm Monday - Thursday and 8 - 11:30am Fridays

Math Lab (YH 158) open hours Monday-Thursday 7:30 am - 5 pm, Friday 7:30 - 11:30am am (math work assistance available on-site)

MESA Workshop / STEM Lab (YH 115) Open hours TBD

If taking online classes, please review the Chancellors office 'Organizing for Online Success' videos 

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Scholarships

Cal-HBCU Transfer Grant Website In partnership with the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC), the Cal-HBCU Transfer Grant (Cal-HBCU) Program, awards up to $5,000 to participating students who transfer:
  1. from California Community Colleges
  2. to eligible, partnered Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
To apply for the program, a completed application must be submitted to the Cal-HBCU Team at CalHBCU@csac.ca.gov.
  • The application deadline for the Fall 2024-25 Term is August 26, 2024.
  • The application deadline for the Spring 2024-25 Term is January 31, 2025.
The application for the program is now open! Please see the application and website, linked below:

 

Mentorship

Applications are now open for our 2024-2025 Mentorship Program MESA students are encouraged to apply for this year’s Mentorship Program. This is a great opportunity to be matched with a mentor from one of four companies that can provide guidance and advice for your career journey in STEM. The program lasts 6 months starting in Fall 2024 and you will meet with your mentor virtually at least once a month. An info session will be held Thursday, 9/12 at 12pm so you can learn more and ask questions.
  • Deadline: 9/20 for Community College
  • Info Session: Sept 12 from 12-1pm via Zoom – https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/97225430363
  • Companies: Cisco, PG&E, Western Digital, Campos EPC
  • Students must be 18+ to participate.

Internships & Summer Research 

Read this before applying to internships.

 

NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) Eligibility
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • At least 18 years of age by beginning of Mission 1: Discover.
  • Currently attend a U.S. community college
  • Completion or concurrent enrollment of 9+ college credits of STEM coursework
  • Able to commit to a 5-week online session
  • Internet access
  • Have not previously participated in NCAS
  • The next application period will open in October 2024; check https://www.nasa.gov/learning-resources/nasa-community-college-aerospac… to apply

The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) Program is accepting applications for the Spring 2025 term (information here)

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Scholars Program Opens October Interns gain valuable hands-on experiences working with full-time AFRL scientists and engineers on cutting-edge research and technology and are able to contribute to unique, research-based projects.
  • Application Requirements:
  • Current undergraduate student or upper-level high school students
  • Pursuing a STEM degree
  • Resume
  • transcripts (unofficial okay)
  • Recommendations
Use this link to access information: https://afrlscholars.usra.edu/

NASA Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) paid internships (explore the pages)

REU PROGRAMS FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS link to resource

National Science Foundation REU opportunities: view page (via Cañada College)

 

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