Upcoming Events
Berkeley Underground Scholars Info Session
Learn about the UC Berkeley Underground Scholars and their spring 2025 cross-enrollment program for community college students who were formerly incarcerated or otherwise affected by the criminal justice system.
Courses include Racial Capitalism; Chicanos, Law and Criminal Justice; Social Movements and Political Action – and more!
- Tuesday, Nov. 5
- Noon-1 p.m.
- Sign up to join this online session
- You will be sent the Zoom link after you sign up for this event.
You can also learn more by reviewing the application form for the cross-enrollment program. Applications for the spring program are due Dec. 1, 2024.
UCSC Underground Scholars: Preparing for the UC Application
The UCSC Underground Scholars are hosting a workshop on crafting strong responses
to the Personal Insight Question (PIQ) on your University of California admission application.
- Tuesday, Nov. 12
- 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Join via Zoom
- Meeting code 221 234 6415; passcode Jk5iAS
For more information, contact sjchavez@ucsc.edu or call 831.459.1592
Previous Events
Searching for Justice – Film Screening
Rising Scholars hosted a film screening of the PBS NewsHour documentary “Searching for Justice: Life
After Lockup” on Wednesday, March 13. The film focuses on the many challenges individuals
face after incarceration, from reconnecting with family to finding work and staying
out of jail.
After the screening in the Multicultural Center, a panel of students, alumni, faculty members, staff and administrators shared their experiences with the criminal justice system and discussed ways to support formerly incarcerated students. The event was co-hosted by the Equity and Engagement Division and the Office of Professional Development.
Welcome Meeting
New students and allies of the Rising Scholars program gathered for an introductory meeting on Feb. 6, 2024.
Mark Your Calendar!
Please check back to learn about upcoming events for Rising Scholars and their allies.