COD Stands with Dreamers
Dreamer Resource Center
"College of the Desert commits to continuing our rich tradition of valuing all students and communities that have relied on us when pursuing their educational goals. College of the Desert students, including undocumented students, are encouraged to pursue their educational goals and access all available resources provided by College of the Desert and the State of California. College of the Desert embraces diversity in all forms and the right of all people to have access to quality higher education in a safe learning environment."
Joel L. Kinnamon, Superintendent/President of Desert Community College District
Mission
The mission of College of the Desert's Dreamer Resource Center is to improve student success and help to successfully transition AB 540 student into college. The center provides academic advising, counseling, and referrals to student service programs in a welcoming environment where Dreamers can connect with campus and community resources.
Location:
South Annex 1
CAMPUS CLOSURE NOTIFICATION
Consistent with mandates from the Riverside County Department of Public Health, all College of the Desert facilities will be closed to students, faculty, staff and the community starting March 16 - April 30. The Dreamer Resource Center will continue providing services during this time period. Should you have any questions, please email DRC Outreach Specialist Rubi Becerril Gonzalez for assistance.
We are available to support our undocumented /dreamers/AB50 students virtually.
Our virtual Office Hours will be as follow:
Monday – 8am – 5pm
Tuesday – 8am – 2:30pm
Wednesday – 8am – 5pm
Thursday – 8am – 1pm
During these virtual office hours, we will be available to connect with you via email or via Zoom. Just send an email to our Outreach Specialist with questions or for assistance.
Our designated counselor, Jose Simo, will continue to be available to meet with you as well. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please email him directly.
We are working on transitioning some of our scheduled activities to be able to offer them online, so please stay tuned for updates. We also want to know if there is anything else you would like to see from the Dreamer Resource Center – we ask that you please take this brief 4 question anonymous survey to share your thoughts or suggestions.
We look forward to continue supporting you through these unprecedented times. Please reach out if you need support.
Contact us:
Rubi Becerril Gonzalez
Outreach Specialist
Phone: 760.565.4850
Email: rbecerrilgonzalez@collegeofthedesert.edu
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Alas Con Futuro
Alas Con Futuro is a student club at COD. The mission of Alas is to facilitate information on educational opportunities and financial resources for undocumented students. Alas provides presentations throughout the Coachella Valley for AB 540 and first-generation students.
Get more Information:
Email: alasconfuturo.cod@gmail.com
Facebook: Alas Con Futuro
Instagram: @alasconfuturo.cod