How to Join Raíces! / ¡Cómo Unirse a Raíces!

Why join Raíces?

Raices offers the following support services to students:

Join a network of Raíces Scholars
Access Raíces Courses and Academic Counseling
Receive College Advising and Guidance
Connect with our peer advocates
Access to a study space, free printing, and school supplies
Get support with class registration
Participate in academic, cultural, community, and career events

Who can join?

ALL students are welcome to join ¡Raíces: First Year and Beyond! There are no requirements based on background, such as age, ethnicity, language, ability, financial or legal status, or GPA.

How to Join Raíces?

We welcome you to join our Raíces by scheduling an appoinment with our staff to complete a program orientation, appointment links provided below!

Nathalie Quintero

Nathalie, our Raíces Program Advisor, can be reached at nquintero3@pipeline.sbcc.edu or (805) 730-5116.

Make an Appointment

Sergio A. Lagunas

Sergio, our Raíces Program Coordinator, can be reached at slagunas@pipeline.sbcc.edu or (805) 730-5111.

Make an Appointment

Raíces Program Commitments

When you join Raíces, you join a familia of academic advisors, counselors, faculty, and fellow Raíces scholars who will support you in the creation of your own unique educational journey. Raíces Scholars are encouraged to participate in the program by engaging in the following three commitments:

Enroll in Raíces course(s) every semester if they follow your education plan.
Attend Raíces events every semester.
Meet with a Raíces Academic Counselor or Raíces Program Advisor every semester.