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About Us

Mission Statement

El Centro Student Services is committed and dedicated to providing support to all students. The office is actively involved with providing and promoting academic survival skills and educational enrichment programs and services that create an awareness and understanding of the Latina/o culture. El Centro works closely with several academic colleges to develop and enhance partnerships that promote and embrace the diversity that exist at Colorado State University. The office provides a warm and welcoming environment to all students and offers opportunities for a greater understanding of the importance of having a global perspective.

History

The Group Advocacy Program was established in the fall of 1979 to enhance the university's commitment to diversity. It was during this time that El Centro/Chicano Student Services was developed. Since then, the office has trasitioned to El Centro Student Services which is one office among the Advocacy Programs that supports, encourages, and enhances retention of Latino/a students.

Goals

  • Encourage Latino/a students to stay in school.
  • Support/encourage Latino/a students to pursue a higher education.
  • Increase the number of Latino/as pursuing Masters and Doctoral degrees.
  • Develop partnerships with local schools, agencies, and other communities surrounding CSU.
  • Provide opportunities for cultural enrichment, awareness, and cultural pride.

Services and Programs

We offer a variety of services and programs that support and promote academic excellence. To help alleviate financial and academic stress, we offer a wide range of workshops, programs, and services such as:

  • Financial Aid
  • Scholarships
  • Tutoring
  • Triunfo K-12 Volunteer Tutoring Program
  • Counseling/Advising
  • Campus Resources
  • Volunteer/Leadership Opportunities
  • Academic Survival Brown Bag Series
  • National Hispanic Heritage Month
  • Cesar Chavez Celebration
  • Cinco de Mayo
  • Internships
  • Employment
  • Peer Resource Leaders
  • HACU Leadership/Scholarship Program
  • Annual Awards Ceremony
  • Cultural/Educational Programs and Opportunities
  • Math, Science & Technology Day
  • Community Outreach