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UPRISE Classes

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MiraCosta College works to make sure all students feel welcomed and have the tools they need to succeed, regardless of immigration status. UPRISE strives to make sure undocumented, DACAmented, and mix-status students at MiraCosta College feel safe and supported by providing access to immigration legal services, offering academic and mental health counseling, and connecting students to financial and academic resources.

MiraCosta College will not release any personally identifiable student information, including any data related to immigration status, without a judicial warrant, subpoena or court order, unless authorized by the student or required by law.

COUN 100: college & Career Success

Class #: 1899
Units: 3
Format: Hybrid (In-person and Online) 
Starts: August 21st, 2023

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This course teaches success strategies to enhance academic and lifelong learning while integrating career and academic planning. The course evaluates theories and strategies of college success, including time management, study skills, health and wellness, diversity and global awareness, communication, and critical thinking. Students analyze career-related assessments, research careers and majors, and develop an academic planareer.

Perks

  • No Textbook required
  • Assistance with financial aid/scholarship applications
  • Learning and study strategies
  • Exploring careers and majors as an UPRISE student regardless of immigration status
  • Community building, peer support, and resume building activities
  • Priority access to UPRISE services: Immigration legal services, mental health, and academic support.

For more information on UPRISE services and program, call 760.757.2121 x6203 or contact:

Brayan Astorga - he/him/his
UPRISE Student Services Specialist 
bastorga@miracosta.edu
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Undocumented People Rise in Solidarity and Empowerment (UPRISE) is a service of the Department of Student Equity. For general inquiries about all Student Equity programs and services, please contact us at studentequity@miracosta.edu or call our main office at 760.757.2121 x6900.