How to Join the Adelante Program Community
To join the Adelante Program, students must attend a 1-hour orientation as part of the membership process.
Adelante Program Enrollment
The Spring 2025 enrollment cycle has now closed. Enrollment will reopen in Summer 2025 for students interested in joining the program for Fall 2025. Please note that completion of an orientation is required for participation. Stay tuned—orientation dates will be announced in late June.
Program Requirements
All Adelante Program participants need to meet the following criteria each semester during the academic year:
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Meet with a Latino Center/Adelante counselor at least twice each semester if you are new to the program. If you are a continuing Adelante student, meet with a Latino Center/Adelante counselor at least once each semester.
Counseling sessions must be at least thirty minutes to discuss academic planning and/or personal issues.
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Attend a minimum of one program activity. Program activities include:
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Adelante workshops: Workshops with a focus a variety of topics which include discussions on the Latinx community and transfer information to promote personal empowerment and academic preparation. Workshops will be offered during the Spring 2025 session in person and via zoom. We will send out the information about these workshops weekly via email.
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Adelante Club Meetings (three equals a workshop): In person meetings will be held in the Spring 2025. More information will be sent via email to students when days and times are determined. For more information about the club, email smcadelanteclub@gmail.com
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Student Lingo workshops – These interactive workshops can help students achieve their personal, academic, and career goals. Workshops include student activities, links to additional resources, and proof of completion. For more information, access Student Lingo (opens in new window) .
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Dates to Meet Program Requirements
You will need to meet your program requirements in the Spring 2025 semester by Tuesday, June 17, 2025 or you may be exited from the program.
Contact
For more information about the Latino Center/Adelante Program, email latinocenter@smc.edu or call 310-434-4459.