The creation of the SIOC was driven by the significant decline of underrepresented students in the UC system following California Proposition 209 and UC Regent Standing Policy 1 (SP1). The SIOC offers an alternative to traditional university outreach by accepting all interested students, particularly those from at-risk backgrounds, and empowering them to achieve their academic and life goals. The center administers seven projects serving over a thousand individuals in Los Angeles and Southern California, funded by referenda passed in 1999, 2005, 2009, and 2016.
OUR COMMITMENT
At SIOC, our mission is to bridge the gap in educational access and resources for underserved K-14 students. We are committed to creating opportunities for academic, personal, and career development, ensuring that all students have the support they need to thrive.
Through allocating and evaluating funds we ensure 7 projects are able to provide the following services:
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Peer Advising: UCLA students provide one-on-one peer advising to K-14 students, including reviewing their graduation requirements, providing culturally relevant advising sessions, and college application planning preparation.
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Tutoring: UCLA students provide tutoring in the humanities, mathematics, and sciences to help students reach college readiness levels.
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Academic Preparation Workshops: Workshops are provided on relevant topics related to college preparation, personal statement development, mental health, and student empowerment.
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Leadership Development: SIOC projects encourage leadership by promoting activism and involvement in schools and communities.
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Parent Engagement: Projects offer multilingual services to engage parents in shaping their children’s educational journey.
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Field Trips & Shadow Days: Opportunities for students to experience a day in college life or attend field trips to supplement their education.
ABOUT SIOC
The Student-Initiated Outreach Committee (SIOC) is a student-run committee dedicated to allocating funds to 7 outreach and access programs aimed at supporting underserved K-14 students.