Math Engineering Science Achievement (MESA)

Fall 2024 First MESA Cohort. Apply Now!

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MESA Hours:

Office Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Contact Us:

Phone: (559) 494-3000 ext. 3483
Email: mesa@reedleycollege.edu
Location: Opens Fall 2024

Mission

Our mission is to foster a close-knit community of passionate math and science students driven to excel academically. By joining MESA, students not only enhance their leadership skills but also achieve higher educational persistence and outcomes, laying a solid groundwork for future STEM careers.

Vision

To support current MESA students in embracing their full academic potential as future STEM leaders.

Eligibility

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  • Biology/Chemistry/Mathematics/Engineering/Physics/Computer Science/Any Calculus-based major
  • Reedley College student enrolled in at least one of their declared STEM major courses
  • Meet qualifying income levels - Any form of Financial Aid or support, Cal-Fresh, Medi-Cal
  • First generation college student (parents have not earned a bachelors or higher)
  • Intend to transfer to a four-year university
  • Pre-Calculus or above math level

Application Process

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  1. Fill out the Mesa Interest Form
  2. Intake with MESA Director for eligibility clearance

Program Services

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  • University fieldtrips
  • Transfer-ready counseling
  • Dedicated MESA Center Study Space
  • Free Snacks
  • Free Printing
  • Academic Excellence Workgroups
  • Professional and Peer Mentoring
  • STEM-going Culture
  • Textbook Lending
  • Guest-Speaker Workshops
  • Conference Sponsorships
  • College-Student Development Coaching
  • STEM Events and Volunteering Opportunities
  • Enhanced Faculty Connections

Program Requirements

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  1. Attend MESA Orientation
  2. Attend Acedemic Excellence Workgroups
  3. Attend MESA workshops
  4. Submit Progress reports
  5. Meet with the MESA Counselor once a semester during Fall and Spring
  6. Submit Student Education Plan
  7. Engage in MESA Peer and/or Professional mentoring
  8. Volunteer for a minimum of two hours at STEM related event

Mesa Team

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Director

Dr. Jacquelyn Rubalcaba-Muniz
Phone: 559.494.3000 ext. 3483
Email: jacquelyn.rubalcaba@reedleycollege.edu

 

Alexandra Garcia-Gonzalez

Counselor

Alexandra Garcia Gonzalez
Phone: 559.494.3000 ext. 3166
Email: alexandra.garcia-gonzalez@reedleycollege.edu