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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Department of Education, the Upward Bound program works with students from six area high schools that are identified as potential first-generation college students. 58% of students are first-generation college, 68% identified as low-income, 63% attend college part-time and 73% work while attending college.

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“A Million Miles Away” watch party with José Hernández

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From there, I started visiting local high schools and community colleges, passionately advocating for STEM education. It was during this critical time that the Student Supportive Services programs played a pivotal role in my academic journey. They offered me academic support that was instrumental in my success.