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Dallas College’s support programs are designed to meet the unique needs of
historically underrepresented students in higher education. Dedicated,
full-time staff within each area will help you recognize and apply your own
strengths inside and outside of the classroom. Each program provides unique
services, programs and activities to help you excel personally, professionally
and academically.
Dallas College’s foster care program
is designed to support students who were involved in the foster care system by
providing professional guidance, educational support, and mentoring. Dedicated
staff work with a campus-wide network of champions to assist students by
focusing on their recruitment, retention, and success.
In addition to working one-on-one with students, the foster care program
provides social activities, study groups, field trips and visits to workforce
partners and four-year institutions.
Email
WeCare@DallasCollege.edu for
more information.
The LGBTQ+ and Women's Empowerment Network (WEN)
is open to all students. Through innovative programming and initiatives,
including but not limited to educational workshops, lectures, leadership
training, and resource referral, the program provides students with the tools
and strategies necessary to achieve their fullest potential, while supporting
their retention, engagement and growth (academically and personally).
Email
DCWEN@DallasCollege.edu. for
more information.
Male Achievement Program (MAP)
is an academic success and mentoring program. The program , open to all
students. aims to increase the academic success, leadership abilities,
professional skills and financial security of men from underserved communities
through campus engagement, mentorship and academic support.
Email DCMap@DallasCollege.edu for
more information.
Military-Connected Services (MCS)staff members at Dallas College serve as advisors and advocates and meet with
U.S. military-connected students face-to-face or virtually to strategize
academic and career plans. MCS also helps with job placement and transferring
upon degree or certificate completion.
Staff work one-on-one with students to provide academic interventions and
connection to various campus resources to improve academic performance. In
addition, staff provides support for all students using military-connected
educational benefits, including: GI Bill®*, VA Vocational
Retraining and Employment (VR&E), Texas Hazlewood Act, Military Tuition
Assistance (TA), and MyCAA. Find out how to apply for and receive educational benefits.
Email
DCVeterans@DallasCollege.edu
for more information.
*GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by
VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at
www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
Foster Care Liaison for Dallas College and Campuses
Dr. Stephanie Hill
- Associate Vice Chancellor
- Student Life and Engagement