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Uplift

The Uplift peer-to-peer mentorship program is designed to support first-year students in their transition to college by fostering their academic, emotional, and social growth.

Uplift holistically supports incoming students by creating a safe and welcoming space to foster meaningful connections among incoming and continuing students. Through these relationships, we aim to build a sense of belonging and community that empowers students to achieve their academic, personal, and career goals at GCC and beyond.


While the program centers on supporting students with undocumented identities, all students are welcome to participate and benefit from Uplift.


Through Uplift, you will gain opportunities to participate in mentor/mentee individual meetings, community-building activities, and workshops throughout the course of the program.

Together, we will help you thrive as your most authentic self.

UPLIFT Fall 2026

Join Uplift as a Mentor!

MENTOR APPLICATION
Fall 2026 - Due Aug. 14

Program Timeframe:
August 21, 2026 – October 20, 2026

Mentor Commitments

Training & Key Events:

  • Attend the Training Session: August 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Attend the Meet & Greet: August 27, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Attend the Meet and Connect with GCC Leaders: September 17, 12:20 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Attend the Debriefing Session: September 24, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Attend the End-of-Program Celebration: October 15, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Submit a Reflection summarizing your experience at the end of the program: Due October 20

Weekly Responsibilities:

  • Mentee Check-ins: Dedicate at least 1-hour per week to connecting with your mentee
  • Journaling: Submit a weekly journal (topics will be provided for each journal entry)
  • Encourage Engagement: Motivate your mentee to participate in at least one campus event each week
  • Provide Resources: Share strategies, tools and refer mentees to campus resources

General Expectations:

  • Be reliable and responsive to your mentee
  • Foster a supportive and encouraging environment
  • Respect confidentiality and maintain professionalism

Mentor Eligibility:

  • Must be enrolled in at least 6 units for Fall 2026
  • Must be in good academic standing
  • Priority will be given to AB540 students and to students who are part of student equity learning communities

Questions? call or visit us:

Phone: 818-240-1000 Ext. 5580
Location: SM267

 

Join Uplift as a Mentee!

MENTEE APPLICATION
Fall 2026 - Due Aug. 20

Program Timeframe:
August 27, 2026 - October 20, 2026

Mentee Commitments

Key Events:

  • Attend the Meet & Greet: August 27, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Participate in at least one Campus Event weekly hosted by campus organizations
  • Attend the Meet and Connect with GCC Leaders: October 17, 12:20 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Attend the End-of-Program Celebration: October 15, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Submit a Reflection summarizing your experience at the end of the program: Due October 20

Weekly Responsibilities:

  • Mentor Meeting: Spend at least 1-hour each week connecting with your mentor
  • Engagement: Attend at least one campus event each week hosted by campus organizations to build connections and gain valuable experiences

General Expectations:

  • Be open to guidance and willing to communicate honestly with your mentor
  • Take initiative to explore resources and opportunities provided by your mentor and the program
  • Follow through on agreed actions and commitments

Mentee Eligibility:

  • Must be enrolled in credit classes for Fall 2026
  • Priority will be given to students who are part of student equity learning communities
  • If under 18, provide parent/guardian consent

Questions? call or visit us:

Phone: 818-240-1000 Ext. 5580
Location: SM267