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.  

Application

The deadline to apply has already passed. Please return in the future for possible openings.

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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

Learn more about the fellowship:

For questions about the fellowship application process, please contact:

Jennifer Mota Hernandez (Undocumented Community Center Coordinator)

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