Unlocking Futures Fellowship
As a commitment to eliminating barriers for undocumented students at the San Mateo County Community College District the Undocumented Community Center (UCC) is pleased to offer the Unlocking Futures Fellowship (UFF). The UFF provides hands-on/experiential learning, professional development, and networking opportunities for undocumented students. The fellowship includes a yearly award of up to $7500 or $3750 per semester.
Fellows are paired with on-campus mentors and gain hands-on experience related to their own academic or professional interests while growing a network of mentors. Fellows receive professional mentorship and attend monthly enrichment seminars to support their growth as aspiring professionals.
Program Expectations
- Develop a service project that aims to remove educational, professional, or personal barriers for undocumented students
- Get involved in UCC events & activities
- Regular meetings with UCC lead & mentor(s)
- Enrichment seminars & Community Building
- Milestones and Reflection Papers
- UFF Symposium Presentation
Eligibility
- Be an ENROLLED student at the campus you are applying
- Be willing & able to dedicate approximately 10 hrs per week to the fellowship
- Be available on Fridays for required meetings & trainings
- Be involved at your campus and/or UCC
- Commit to a semester or year-long (fall and spring semesters) fellowship
- Proficient in English
This is open to all students, regardless of immigration status.
Timeline
For the Fall term / full Academic Year:
Application opens in July
Interviews take place end of July
Orientation takes place early August
Enrichment Seminars + Project begins in early September
If fellowship positions are available for the Spring term:
Application opens in January
Interviews take place mid-January
Orientation takes place early February
Enrichment Seminars + Project begin mid February