Program Description
Proyecto Puentes is dedicated to bridging enrollment disparities, enhancing retention and graduation rates, and delivering comprehensive support for successful transfer pathways. This initiative is an integral part of our commitment to empowering Hispanic and low-income students, staff, and departments at Oxnard College.
Enrollment
- Strengthen academic programs through expanded advising and co-curricular support to pre-college populations, increase post-secondary enrollment for Hispanic and low-income students.
Transfer
- Strengthen academic quality through expanded collaborations with K-12 and four-year education partners to deliver improved advising and transfers services for Hispanic and low-income students.
Professional Development
- Strengthen institutional management by delivering evidence based professional learning in needed subjects to at least one hundred campus employees.
Retention
- Strengthen fiscal stability because of the synergistic activities of the project designed to increase retention, transfer, synergistic activities of the project designed to increase retention, transfer, graduation success for Hispanic and low-income students.
Graduation
- Increase Oxnard College completion graduation rate 5% over the baseline through the synergistic activities of the project including embedded advising, transfer liaison, dual credit, peer mentoring, summer bridge, and evidence-based faculty professional learning.
Grant Director
AS an HSI Grant Director at Oxnard College, I'm honored to be part of the community that helped shape my journey. A proud graduate of Hueneme High and former Oxnard College student, I eventually mad my way to CSUCI to complete my studies. With over seven years at Oxnard College, I'm excited to see what's next. Swing by CH-333 an say hello!
Grant Accountant/Administrative Assistant
As a first-generation Oxnard College Alumni, I am honored to work at Oxnard College and give back to the community that helped shape my own educational journey. Although my formal education is yet complete, I remain passionate about supporting individuals from all walks of life. It brings me great joy to hear and witness student success stores. I understand that college life can be overwhelming, but know that Proyecto Puentes and Oxnard College are here to support you every step of the way. Please stop by and take full advantage of the many resources and opportunities available to you through Puentes and OC.
Student Services Assistant
Hello, my name is Jasmine Torres, and I am the Student Services Assistant for Proyecto Puentes at Oxnard College. I am an Oxnard College and CSUCI Alumni and I have a passion for helping students. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions. I am here to help!
Peer Mentors
I am second-year student here at Oxnard College. I want to pursue medicine once I transfer to a four year to become a doctor. I love random facts and sports. You can often find me supporting many of our sports teams here. My goal as a Peer Mentor is to make everyone feel welcome and at home while at Oxnard College. I also love helping people so don't hesitate to talk to me if you have any questions or just want to chat!
Hello, my name is Emilio. I am a Chemistry major looking to pursue a career in dentistry. Some things that interest me are the NBA, going to the gym, great apes like Gorillas and Orangutans, and reading. My favorite reads right now are Sixty-One by Chris Paul and Outliers by Malcom Gladwell. My goal as a Peer Mentor and embedded tutor is to guide students of all backgrounds to success while on their college journey. In my roles, I help students with their homework and exam studies as well as advise them to take advantage of the many resources we have here at OC.
My name is Emily Dorado and I am a Peer Mentor for Proyecto Puentes at Oxnard College. I am a first-generation Mexican American college student born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. After leaving my hometown, Oxnard College helped me establish a stable community by creating an inclusive environment. Throughout my time in higher education, it had granted me the opportunity to experience things I never thought possible. Experiences such as traveling to different countries and meeting people from different backgrounds and cultures. Some of my passions include creating visual art, surfing, and spending time with loved ones.
Hello, my name is Cesar Garcia, and this is my second year at OC. I am pursuing a career in Education, hoping to become an Elementary School Teacher. One of the reasons I chose this path is because I want to have the same impact on my students as my teachers had on me. I hope to gain valuable experience working with students during my time here with Proyecto Puentes and so far, it hasn't disappointed. One of the things I like to do in my free time is watching psychological thriller films like The Guilty, Prisoners, and Nightcrawler.
The Summer Scholars Program was made to support first year students during their transition from high school to Oxnard College. This program provided these students with important information about the resources OC has to offer. Additionally, the program offered embedded & outside tutoring, as well as priority registration for a field trip to California State University Channel Islands. Furthermore, Peer Mentors offered one-on-one support for students who may be in need of peer mentorship and guidance regarding their college academic journey.
Please complete 2025 OC Summer Scholars Interest Form if interested in participating
Additional Information on OC Summar Scholars