Our Mission: Empowering foster youth to succeed at CU-Boulder
Guardian Scholars is a unique program within the University’s TRiO Student Support Services Program that specifically meets the needs of CU-Boulder students who experiencedÌýfoster care. The program serves as a resource for students, assisting in their personal and academic development and strengtheningÌýtheirÌýskills and connecting them to resources necessary to become successful graduates of the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
To fulfill our mission, the Guardian Scholars Program provides:
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Comprehensive and holistic student support services
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Assistance to students in identifying and reducing barriers to graduation from CU
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Attention to addressing immediate needs integral for college success Ìý
- Preparation for graduate school, professional school, or immediate entry into the work force
Our comprehensive and holistic services and support:
- Academic coaching and guidance
- Access to courses that fulfill major and graduation requirements
- Academic skills workshops
- Tutoring
- Walk-in academic support in Math, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Economics, and Writing
- Graduate or professional school preparation
- Individualized guidance and support from caring staff
- Access to year-round housing while enrolled
- Assistance with transitional housing plan development
- Assistance in the areas of relationships, health and wellness, and identity development
- Financial literacy
- Career development and preparation
- Community and civic engagement opportunities
- Peer mentor skill building
- Annual retreat, community building activities, social and cultural events
- Integration in the Student Academic Success Center
- Connection to Programs
- Encouragement to engage in student organizations and campus life
- Scholarships
- Assistance with completion of FAFSA
- Scholarship search help
- Employment opportunities
- Emergency orÌýfamily fund
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