IVC Rising Scholars is a program designed to support students who have experienced the carceral system, including incarceration, court-appointed recovery placement, probation, or juvenile detention. It also helps students who are personally affected by family members involved in the system. The program provides dedicated staff and counseling faculty to offer tailored resources, support, and referrals that help RS students achieve their academic and career goals.
Rising Scholars Program Support Services
- Priority Registration
- Free Laptops (while supplies last)
- Free Tutoring
- Scholarships
- Peer Mentoring
- Individualized Academic and Career Guidance
- Field Trips
- Book Voucher (while supplies last)
- Monthly Community Rising Meetings
- Specialized student wellbeing support
Rising Scholars Achievements
Rising Scholars Media (Video)
- IVC Rising Scholars Premiere Event- January 24, 2024
Community Rising: Monthly Meetings and Events
Join our monthly meetings hosted by Rising Scholars at the Equity and Inclusion Center (SAC 130). During this time, you can meet with Rising Scholars members, listen to speakers, discuss serious topics, make new friends, build out your network, and eat! Each meeting will be a little different, but we will always be there to support you! Registration required.
If you require an accommodation for any of the events listed, please contact Disability Support Programs for Students at least three business days prior to the event by calling 949-451-5630 or emailing ivcdsps@ivc.edu.
Meet the Team
Manny DeAnda
Rising Scholars Counselor
Student Equity
Daniela Campos
Rising Scholars Counselor
Student Equity