About
Avanzando to Success is an UnidosUS program implemented and faciliated by the Latino Cultural Center that supports third, fourth, and fifth-year postsecondary students by providing them with the tools, knowledge, and support necessary to successfully navigate postsecondary completion.
Objectives of the program:
1) Strengthen postsecondary students’ skills as well as equip them with resources, information, and support systems that will help them successfully obtain a bachelor's degree and prepare for the workforce.2) Support postsecondary students’ career pursuits in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to increase access to and entry into STEM-related careers.
3) Leverage postsecondary students’ cultural assets and funds of knowledge to successfully navigate postsecondary pathways using an evidence-based, culturally affirming curriculum.
4) Empower postsecondary students to be agents of change in shaping cultural, social, and political systems in the U.S.
Application Deadline: Sunday, January 12th at 11:59PM ET
Virtual Interviews: January 20th- 24th
Decision Announcement: January 29th, 2025
Eligibility
- First-Generation College Student or
- Latino/a/x/e or Hispanic and
- Year 3, 4, 5 Purdue University (WL, Indianapolis Campuses) Undergraduate Student
Session Information:
Select Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. ET, Meals Provided, In-Person, Location: LCC 426 Waldron, West Lafayette
- Feb. 4th: Exploring Sociocultural Backgrounds & Assets
- Feb 11th: Family, Peer, College & Staff Dynamics
- Feb. 18th: Applying to Jobs
- March 4th: Post-Secondary Opportunities for Career Development
- March 11th: Skill Development for Career Advancement
- April 1st: Civic Engagement in the US
- April 8th: Navigating Bank Options & Student Loans
- April 15th: Introduction to Personal Finance
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED
Case Management Meetings: March 3rd-17th
Session Facilitator: Carina Olaru
Case Management: Carina Olaru