MESA

Overview

MESA CCP (Math Engineering Science Achievement Community College Program), part of the MESA Undergraduate Program, provides support to community college students who are majoring in math, engineering and science so they excel academically and transfer to four-year institutions. MESA CCP is a partnership with the California Community College Chancellor's Office.

Eligibility Criteria

MAJOR: You have chosen a major in a Math, Engineering or Science related field. Typical majors include: Math, Engineering, Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, PreMed, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Pharmacy and Physics.
TRANSFER: You plan to transfer to a four-year university to earn a bachelor's degree.
REQUIRED CLASSES: In order to transfer you plan to complete at least Math 1 (Pre-calculus) or higher AND any 2 courses from the following list: Math 2, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 4C, 19; Physics 4A, 4B, 4C; Biology 1A, 1B, 4, 41, 42, 43, 47, 48; Chemistry 1A, 1B, 12A, 12B.
STATUS: You are a US citizen, permanent resident, or in the process of obtaining a green card.
FIRST IN FAMILY: Neither you, or your parents, have a BS/BA.
- FINANCIAL HARDSHIP (SELECT ONE): You are eligible for financial aid (or the BOGW or Pell Grants) OR
- You are eligible for EOP&S, ACCESS or CalWORKs, OR
- You are not yet 25, but you live on your own.

Student Learning Outcomes

By participating in MESA, students will:

Demonstrate a command of skills in the chosen field of study and exhibit the appropriate study skills to master the material.
Identify a long-term support system including faculty, fellow students, campus and off-campus resources, organizations, and potential employers.
Obtain an educational plan that outlines the requirements needed for transfer to a four-year institution.
Create an adequate resume in order to obtain internships to professionally develop themselves for tomorrow’s workforce.
Develop the confidence required to successfully navigate the academic process at the accepted transfer institution.

Internships & Summer Research Opportunities!

Digital Literacy Internship: Resource and reporting documents for students participating in the Digital Literacy Internship sponsored by California Connects. Documents here

Intern at NASA!! Now accepting applications! To apply, go to: http://accedp.usra.edu

Volunteer at NASA!! NASA is starting off the new year
with new exhibits opening at their Visitors Center: Science on the Sphere, a Shuttle simulator, a new Kepler exhibit, and a limited showcasing of Kapala Chawla personal items from STS-107. To volunteer go to: http://nasa.gov/centers/ames/about/aboutames-volunteerOpportunities.html

Intern at Aviat, Exalt or EdNova!! Immediate openings avaialble. For detailed information chick here. To apply, email your cover letter and resume to char.perlas@wvm.edu

INSET Summer Internship Program!
INSET interns are paid $3,500 and receive either campus lodging or a $900 housing stipend.The Application Deadline is at 5pm on Friday, March 1, 2013. http://csep.cnsi.ucsb.edu/cc/inset

The Cal Summer Experience-June 23-25, 2013 is a college prep program scheduled for three days and two nights stay on the Berkeley campus. To learn more and to apply, go to: http://admissions.berkeley.edu/calsummerexperience to complete the application and supporting documents which are due by April 2, 2013.

Volunteers needed at The Tech Museum! Applicable majors include Pre-Med, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering and Physics! To apply, go to: http://www.thetech.org/about/volunteer/

Summer Research Opportunities Can you see yourself doing research this Summer? - A selected listing of Summer Research Enrichment Programs for Undergraduate STEM Majors!

MESA Student Support Services

Student Study Center: a dedicated multipurpose space for study, workshops and information sharing.

Academic Excellence Workshops: allow students to work in groups on common curriculum courses and develop group study techniques.

Tutoring Services: available in the following subjects: Intermediate Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, C Programming, and Computer Science.

Orientation courses: teach college survival skills to incoming students majoring in math, engineering and science.

Assistance in the transfer process: includes field trips to universities, workshops on applications & scholarships, and counseling.

Career advising: introduces work options to students. Field trips, job fair information, and job shadowing exercises are available to students interested in specific fields.

Links with student and professional organizations: provides mentors, guest speakers, and offers industry tours.

Professional development workshops: include workshops in resume preparation, interview skills, and how to find part-time/full-time and summer employment.

MESA Spring 2013 Events

ALL MESA members must participate in one event per semester. For a printable list of events click here.

Welcome and Welcome Back!
When: Monday-Thursday January 28th-31st, 2013
Where: MESA Study Center C1-118
What: Enjoy some complimentary refreshments. Say hello to old friends and meet new ones!

MESA Science & Engineering Fair Workshop (Event eligible for the STEM Scavenger Hunt iPad Mini drawing!)
When: Tues. Feb 12th, 2013
Time: 2pm -3pm
Where: MESA STEM Center (SCI-131)
What: Attend this workshop to strategize project ideas for the Spring 2013 MESA Science & Engineering Fair, learn about Fair rules/guidelines and develop project teams! Project teams can consist of 3 Mission College Students (one team member must be a Mission College MESA Student). Grand Prize: $400 per team member!
http://2013mesasciencefair.eventbrite.com

Cisco Shadow Day
When: Friday, March 8th, 2013
Time: 10am – 4pm
Where: Cisco Systems
What: Discover trends in technology, meet CISCO Mentors and Shadow them for the day! Lunch with your CISCO Mentor is included!

MESA Winter Leadership Retreat
When: Saturday – Sunday March 9th –10th, 2013
Time: 3/9 - Depart 4am 3/10 - Return 9:30pm
Where: Lake Tahoe: 3/9 @ Northstar and 3/10 @ Alpine Meadows
What: Expand your leadership horizons by engaging in MESA's Winter Retreat activities!! Activities include Snowboarding/Skiing, Scavenger hunt, Team Building, and Self-Reflections.
http://2013winterretreat.eventbrite.com

Industry Mixer @ SJSU!
When: March 13, 2013
Time: 5:30p - 8:30p
Where: San Jose State University (ENGR, Room 287)
What: Meet Industry Representatives from CISCO, IBM, Lockheed, US Navy, Broadcom, and Brocade as well as mingle with SJSU Students and Faculty!

MESA Spring Leadership Retreat
When: Friday – Sunday March 22-24th 2013
Time: Depart on 3/22 @ 2pm. Return on 3/24 @ 4pm
Where: Happy Valley Conference Center, Santa Cruz, CA
What: Collaborate with MESA Students from all over California! Engage in major specific activities and contests! Develop and Strengthen your leadership skills! To RSVP, email Char.Perlas@wvm.edu and complete the following form:
https://docs.google.com/a/cabrillo.edu/forms/d/1FmwFEC7rYCJIaha-4RZ8-oapX0diX-9Hh2S-F_-JK6k/viewform

MESA Spring Break JAM FEST
When: Tuesday March 26 & Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Time: 1p - 4p
Place: MESA Study Center (C1-118)
Want to win $400 and enter to win an iPad Mini? Enter a project in the MESA Science and Engineering Fair! MESA will be holding a 'Spring Break Jam Fest'. The 'Jam Fest' will provide you with the time and resources to start and maybe, complete your project! The project should address the question 'How would your team solve the foreseen congestion dilemma associated with the new 49ers Football Stadium? Poster boards, pens, glue, snacks and water will be available!
Register at: http://2013jamfest.eventbrite.com/

2013 MESA Science & Engineering Fair
When: Thurs, April 18th, 2013
Time: 10a – 2p
Where: Campus Center Quad
What: Observe student projects based on solving the new 49er Stadium traffic congestion! Participate in Science and Engineering related activities. Visit with CSU and UC MESA Programs as well as Tech related Companies!

Financial Literacy Workshop
When: Fri, April 26th, 2013
Time: 12p – 1p
Where: E1-101 (Through the Career Center)
What: Learn how to manage your money! Attend this workshop to gain skills on stretching your finances! http://2013financialliteracy.eventbrite.com/

2013 MESA Graduation/Transfer Luncheon!
A Celebration for All MESA Grad/Transfer Students!
When: Friday, May 10, 2013
Where: Mexicali Grill (3149 Mission College blvd.)
Time: 12:30pm
RSVP: http://2013mesagradtrans.eventbrite.com/

MESA Southern/Central California Road Trip!
Hop aboard the MESA Van and visit So/Central California University Campuses!
When: Monday – Wednesday August 12 – 14th, 2013
Time: Depart 8/12 @ 7am. Return 8/14 @ 7pm
Where: UC Santa Barbara, CSU Channel Islands, UC Merced
RSVP: (TBA)

STEM Scavenger Hunt
Participate in at least 4 of the events below
and enter to win an iPad Mini!! MESA Students creating a project for the MESA Science and Engineering Fair are automatically entered!
Fall 2012 events (choose 2) = STEM Careers Luncheon, Academic Excellence Workshop (See AEW Schedule) and Mythbusters Explosion Exhibit.
Spring 2013 events (choose 2)= MESA Science and Engineering Fair Workshop, Financial Literacy Workshop and submit a project for the MESA Science and Engineering Fair (grand prize $400!)

Field Trip Form (Required for all off-campus events)Students participating in MESA events held off campus must submit a "Voluntary Field Trip Form" to the MESA office 10 business days prior to the event. Voluntary Field Trip Form

MESA Volunteering

MESA students are required to perform at least two hours of volunteer activities relating to MESA and/or their major. MESA Volunteer Form