Puente Project
Targeted Group:
Latinx students but open to all students
Description:
The Puente program is designed to help students achieve academic
success through a one year cohort model. In addition, the Puente program is an inter-segmental
program that is co-sponsored by the University of California and the California Community
College Chancellor's Office.
The program instills a sense of belonging, and guarantees students four transfer level
courses. These courses help students become familiar with the transfer process, major
and career decision process, and build leadership skills. The most unique aspect of
the Puente program is that the professors approach these four subject through a Latinx
perspective. Including Latinx authors, historical and contemporary issues in the Latinx
community, and different themes pertaining to the Latinx community.
Intended Goals/Outcomes:
- Create a sense of belonging for students that are in the Puente program
- Increase retention for Latinx student population
- Increase degree completion for Latinx student population
- Increase transfer rates for Latinx student population
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