For more information on these programs or future collaborations, contact Denise Diaz, ONDAS Student Center Director, at deniseldiaz@ucsb.edu or Dr. Malaphone Phommasa, Assistant Dean of Academic Success Initiatives, at mphommasa@ucsb.edu
Faculty Mentoring Programming: Dinners for a small group of students.
Faculty participants of the FMP have said:
“The small group environment was very helpful in getting to know the students and interacting with each of them about their goals and interests.”
“I got to know the students very deeply, on a personal level. I felt that I was able to connect, and provide formative advice to help them think about their goals and how to achieve them more carefully.”
“I like students, especially first-generation students, many of whom remind me of myself at their age!”
Be our guest at a Professor Lunch Hour informal chat
Students participants of Professor Lunch Hours have said:
"I found the advice given by the professor unbelievably helpful, especially about letters of rec"
"Hearing a professors experience in academia, especially as a first-gen student, hearing the steps toward his goals were inspiring"
"I enjoyed learning how to approach and speak with a professor and get their point of view"
Hold Weekly Office Hours in the OSC
Examples of courses that have held Office Hours in the Center:
- Anth 5
- Chem 1A/B/C
- Chem 109 A/B
- EEMB 3
- MCDB 1A
Host a Department Welcome for first-gen students
Partner with the Center to host a Department Welcome for the first-generation college students in your major! This is a valuable opportunity for students to develop connects with the faculty, staff, and TAs in your department and to learn about the resources and mentorship offered through the ONDAS Student Center.