English, Counseling and Mentoring. Puente students always enjoy a supportive and invigorating environment where their consciousness is continually expanded through the exploration of Latino history and literature. Simply put, we are in the business of training scholars with vision! If this sounds like something you’re interested in, we’d like to hear from you!
Scholarship Program www.losmedanos.edu/scholarship 925-439-2181 ext 3130 PS2-023
Applying for scholarships is easier than you think! Find out about the latest scholarship opportunities on our website.
Student Life www.losmedanos.edu/studentlife 925-439-2181 ext 3266 GA Building
LMC offers a range of extracurricular activities for students. The activities help students make friendships, connect with faculty and staff outside of the classroom, and build their leadership skills in clubs and organizations. The Office of Student Life provides leadership opportunities that support students in becoming agents of positive social change. Student Life is comprised of a variety of programs and services including Student Government (LMCAS), Student Ambassadors, Student Clubs and Organizations, and Leadership Programs. Associated Students (LMCAS) www.losmedanos.edu/lmcas 925-439-2181 ext 3266
The LMC Associated Students (LMCAS) is the college’s official student government. Their primary purpose is to advance the welfare of all students. They do this by providing programs and services designed to meet the varied needs of students, sponsoring activities and events, and representing the student body on many college and district committees. LMCAS meets weekly on Mondays.
Student Ambassadors
Transfer Academy
www.losmedanos.edu/ambassadors
www.losmedanos.edu/transferacademy
Student Ambassadors are a select group of student leaders who represent the diverse population of Los Medanos College. These students assist with the outreach, recruitment and retention of LMC students by hosting college events, providing information and directions during the beginning of each semester, leading campus tours and holding information sessions for students throughout the year.
925-439-2181 ext 3124
Student Clubs & Organizations www.losmedanos.edu/clubs
Students are encouraged to organize and participate in clubs that reflect their interests. Each club is registered with the Office of Student Life and has a faculty/ staff advisor who helps organize meetings and plan activities. The Office of Student Life provides support and advising to all LMC clubs. In addition, the office advises and coordinates the Inter-Club Council (ICC) and holds orientations and retreats for club leaders. Contact the Office of Student Life to join a club or start one of your own! Leadership Programs www.losmedanos.edu/leadership
The Office of Student Life provides a variety of leadership development programs and opportunities to support the many student leaders engaged throughout the fabric of LMC. These programs include orientations, workshops, courses, campus retreats, trips to regional conferences, film discussion series and more. All LMC students are encouraged to participate in the many opportunities provided by the office. To find out what’s currently going on or to sign up for programs, stop by the office or visit our website.
The Transfer Academy at LMC, funded by the Title V EXITO Grant, is a program for students who want to transfer to a four-year college or university. At LMC, we recognize that our campus is the first step for many students on their educational journey, and we want you to be successful! The Transfer Academy provides a dynamic academic experience with strong supports in and outside of the classroom, like academic counseling, tutoring, workshops, social and cultural experiences, leadership development, and campus tours. Students commit to being full-time students, engaging in the academic community, and sharing in campus life. The academy is a community of students, faculty, and staff working together to keep you on target to transfer in a reasonable time period.
Transfer Center www.losmedanos.edu/transfer 925-439-2181 ext 3124 CC2-225
The LMC Transfer Center offers assistance to students who plan to transfer to a state college, university, or private four-year institution. Support services are available to help students explore transfer opportunities and to assist students with the transfer process. Guaranteed transfer agreements are available.
Tutoring Services www.losmedanos.edu/tutoring CO3-300
LMC’s tutoring services provides assistance for students in becoming critical thinkers as well as independent, self-reflective, lifelong learners. Successful LMC students who are trained as peer tutors provide tutoring. Subject-specific tutoring is available in various labs on campus, including the Center for Academic Support, the Math Lab, the Music Lab, and at the Brentwood Center.
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