| Overall Rating | Bronze - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 35.30 |
| Liaison | Nadine Johnson |
| Submission Date | Feb. 10, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Estrella Mountain Community College
PAE-8: Support Programs for Underrepresented Groups
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Nadine
Johnson Sustainability Co-Chair Academic Affairs |
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Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support, affinity groups, academic support programs, or other programs in place to support underrepresented groups on campus?:
Yes
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A brief description of the programs sponsored by the institution to support underrepresented groups within the student body:
Estrella Mountain Community College provides the following services and opportunities for under-represented groups within the student body, including:
* Counseling Services
* Disability Resource Services
* Emerging Scholars Program (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics students)- As the recipient of this needs-based grant from the National Science Foundation, Estrella Mountain students receive up to $5,000 that can be used for tuition, books, and other college expenses. The program also provides access to a mentor that will guide them through those tough equations, formulae, and provide answers to those career questions that may arise.
* Peer Mentors Program
* Development of student/faculty/staff mentorships.
* Title V funding to improve the educational performance of students as a Hispanic-serving institution.
Student Organizations that support under-represented studnets (Men of Color Association, Asian Pacific Islander,Bilingual Student Nursing Association, Gay Straight Alliance, etc.)
Note: Estrella Mountain Community College is part of the Maricopa Community College district, and although EMCC is individually accredited, many policies and procedures are shared through the District Office.
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A brief description of the programs sponsored by the institution to support underrepresented groups within the faculty:
Campus Maricopa Council on Black American Affairs (MCBAA) chapter - The Council focuses on: the recruitment, retention and success of African-American students-American employees; and collaborative partnerships.
Women’s Leadership Group (WLG) -
The mission of the Maricopa Community Colleges Women's Leadership Group (WLG) is to provide for the continuous development of a strong and supportive work environment for the diverse women of the Maricopa Community Colleges. WLG membership is open to all district employees.
Note: Estrella Mountain Community College is part of the Maricopa Community College district, and although EMCC is individually accredited, many policies and procedures are shared through the District Office.
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A brief description of the programs sponsored by the institution to support underrepresented groups within the staff:
Campus Maricopa Council on Black American Affairs (MCBAA) chapter - The Council focuses on: the recruitment, retention and success of African-American students-American employees; and collaborative partnerships.
Women’s Leadership Group (WLG) -
The mission of the Maricopa Community Colleges Women's Leadership Group (WLG) is to provide for the continuous development of a strong and supportive work environment for the diverse women of the Maricopa Community Colleges. WLG membership is open to all district employees.
Note: Estrella Mountain Community College is part of the Maricopa Community College district, and although EMCC is individually accredited, many policies and procedures are shared through the District Office.
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The website URL where more information about the programs in each of the three categories is available :
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