BLACK LATINX& STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT & SUCCESS GUIDE sdcity.edu Table of Contents Welcome Ricky Shabazz, Ed.D. .............................................2 Denise Whisenhunt, J.D. .....................................3 Nesha Savage, Ed.D. .............................................3 City College at a Glance...................................... 4 Black Student Achievement A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT & Success Guide ...................................5 Ricky Shabazz, Ed.D. HUBU ........................................................................5 Umoja ...................................................................... 6 Alumni ..................................................................... 6 The Black Studies Department ......................... 6 GREETINGS! HBCU ........................................................................7 School Tips ..............................................................7 Thank you for choosing San Diego City College to pursue your college Annual Events ....................................................... 8 education. City College has a rich tradition of assisting all students in Latinx Student Achievement accomplishing their educational goals. No matter your educational experience or & Success Guide ...................................9 passions, City College has great faculty, classified professionals, and administrators Puente ..................................................................... 9 who are committed to providing excellent educational programs, safe spaces, and School Tips ............................................................10 Alumni ....................................................................10 comprehensive student support services that are designed to successfully transition The Chicana & Chicano Studies Department ... 11 you into college. Annual Events .......................................................11 City College is a unique college campus where students from all backgrounds MESA Student Achievement receive a world-class education. We designed this Black & Latinx Student & Success Guide .................................12 Achievement & Success Guide to encourage students to connect with one of the Alumni ....................................................................13 college’s many student success programs that are specifically designed to assist School Tips ............................................................13 Annual Events ......................................................14 you in developing and supporting your passion. Please review and research the Summer Programs & University Grads ..........14 contents of this guide. Join a club, get involved with student government, attend our student performances, or feel free to drop in on one of the many workshops Scholarships .........................................15 and activities. Concurrent Enrollment ......................15 As college president, it is my responsibility to ensure that you are prepared for Special Programs & Services ...........15 greatness. We have more than 200 majors and certificate programs that will CalWORKs ............................................................15 City Scholars .........................................................15 prepare you for the next step. We expect academic excellence! Students interested Counseling Department/Evaluations ............15 in transferring to a four-year college or university should know that City College Cultural Hubs .......................................................16 offers numerous transfer degrees with guaranteed admission into the four-year Disability Support Programs California State University system. Students who are interested in career education and Services (DSPS) ...........................................16 or training should know that City’s certificate programs cover many high-demand English Center ......................................................16 professions such as nursing, manufacturing, design, radio, television and film, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) and Cooperative Agencies Resources heating and air conditioning, and a variety of other training programs that will lead for Education (CARE) .........................................16 to high-paying careers. First Year Services ...............................................16 Honors Program ...................................................16 By enrolling at City College, you are choosing to revolutionize your future just like Library ....................................................................17 thousands of other City College alumni who have attended the college over the last Math Center .........................................................17 100-plus years. By deciding to educate yourself, you have stepped into the driver’s Mental Health Counseling ................................17 seat of the most reliable vehicle for upward mobility in this community. There is Outreach ................................................................17 no better gateway to a brighter future than to pursue your passions with a college Peer Mentor Lab ..................................................17 education. I applaud you for taking charge of your future by starting, or continuing, Student Health Clinic .........................................17 Summer Readiness Program ............................18 your educational goals here at City College. Title V .....................................................................18 Transfer/Career Center ......................................18 Tutorial/Learning Center ...................................18 Veterans Office ....................................................18 Veterans Service Center ....................................18 Map of Campus ...................................................19 2 San Diego City College Black & Latinx Student Achievement and Success Guide WELCOME Denise Whisenhunt, J.D. Vice President, Student Services Welcome to City College! available for you. Working together, I invite you to explore all that City College San Diego City College is committed to social justice and has to offer you. Always remember to: strives to advance the academic needs of all students. Since 1914, the college has provided exceptional faculty • Be focused in the classroom. and supportive student resources to help students navigate Utilize campus resources such as tutoring, a culturally relevant academic support program, the transfer college and achieve their dreams. center, and more to help you excel. In reaching your goals, know that we are here for you. Please • Be focused outside of the classroom. Lead a club, join a enjoy this helpful guide, which is designed to increase your team, enjoy a cultural performance to help you soar on connection with the campus and entire community. campus, and more. • Be YOU. Above all, we welcome the uniqueness of We offer a multitude of support services in areas such as your perspectives, cultural traditions and identity, and counseling, athletics, career services, enrollment services, look forward to your contributions inside and outside financial aid, student life, and much more. Our award-winning the classroom. First Year Services program, as well as dedicated faculty and Please contact me anytime at [email protected] or classified professionals, are eager to be a part of your journey. 619.388.3464 if you have any questions about the support services available. As vice president of Student Services, I strongly urge you to take full advantage of the variety of student support services Nesha Savage, Ed.D. Dean of Student Development and Matriculation On behalf of our amazing faculty, classified professionals, and City College has a superstar lineup administration, I am delighted to welcome you to San Diego of promising practices and model City College. programs including Counseling, Admissions and Records, Evaluations, We are excited to highlight the great programs and resources Financial Aid, Scholarships, Testing, that we offer and we hope that you utilize the array of support Outreach, Student Transition Services, Umoja Community, services to help guide your success as you begin your journey at Puente Program, City Scholars Program, Hermanos Unidos City College. Brothers United (HUBU), EOPS, CalWORKs, DSPS, MESA, Student Development and Matriculation provides services Mental Health Counseling, Student Health Clinic, and to ensure that students complete the enrollment process Veterans Services. We also have an award winning First Year and successfully progresses to completion of a certificate, Services program where first-year students receive the City degree, and/or transfer. This is accomplished through a College red carpet welcome during our Student Success Day. student-centered, social justice approach where programs and Be sure to introduce yourself if you see me at one of the many services offered provide equitable opportunities for student student events and activities that we have on campus. We development, leadership growth, and an enriched learning are honored that you have chosen to attend City College, and experience that leads to overall student success. we look forward to serving you from your first year until you complete your educational and career goals. SAN DIEGO CITY COLLEGE Board of Trustees: The San Diego Community College District includes San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, Ricky Shabazz, Ed.D., President Sean Elo-Rivera, J.D. 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