UPLIFT Mentorship Program

UPLIFT Mentoring Program aims to holistically support students by providing a safe and welcoming space to cultivate meaningful connections between incoming and continuing students, faculty, and staff. Building these relationships will create a sense of belonging and community empowering students to meet their career goals at GCC and beyond.

This program centers around the undocumented identity providing support such as knowledge regarding undocu-friendly resources, professional development, undocuHustle, and overcoming barriers. Learning the tools not only to survive but to thrive as the most authentic version of themselves.

MENTORSHIP APPLICATIONS for FALL 2024

Mentee Application

Outcomes

Build community with fellow students, staff, and faculty
Develop a sense of belonging
Academic, professional, and personal support
Professional development
Access to opportunities specifically to undocumented students
Guidance regarding GCC GE requirements and requirements of other institutions
Scholarship - iPad or GCC Bookstore Voucher of $400 to purchase

Commitment

Attend mandatory program Kick-off Event
Fall semester commitment (other semesters are optional)
Attend bi-weekly group meetings
Attend 1 event per month hosted by DRC, VOICES, or other campus organizations
Check-in with mentor once a week ( check-ins must add up to at least 1 hr per week)
Submit end-of-the semester reflection

Eligibility

Must be enrolled in at least 6 units for the Fall 2024 semester
Priority to students who are undocumented, AB540, or an ally
Guardian consent if under 18

MENTEE APPLICATION