ELAC Counseling

Wishing you a wonderful new year as you prepare for the Winter and Spring 2021 terms! Counseling appointments for the week of January 4, 2021 will be released on Friday, January 1, 2021 at 7:30am! Visit our website to make an appointment. Link in Bio.

Live Chat with a Counselor is available during the following dates and times next week: Monday, December 28 9am-2:30pm Tuesday, December 29 9am-2:30pm... PLEASE NOTE: Some services are limited and you may be referred to a counseling appointment for assistance. Counseling appointments for the week of January 4 will open on Friday, January 1 at 7:30am.

Live Chat with a Counselor is available during the following dates and times: Tuesday, December 22 9am-4pm Tuesday, December 29 9am-2:30pm... Wednesday, December 30 9am-2:30pm PLEASE NOTE: Some services are limited and you may be referred to a counseling appointment for assistance. Counseling appointments for the week of January 4 will open on Friday, January 1 at 7:30am.

Welcome back Huskies!

WHAT IS THE ELAC HONORS PROGRAM? The East Los Angeles Honors Program, which is recognized by several highly selective universities such as UCLA, UC Irvine, and Loyola Marymount University to name a few, has been developed to provide highly motivated students with an intellectually stimulating learning environment.The Honors Program consists of a series of courses specifically designed to successfully prepare students for the transition from ELAC to a four-year university or ...college. Full-time and part-time students are welcome. Honors certification guarantees priority consideration for admission at eleven four-year colleges and universities throughout California and Washington. HOW DO I APPLY? Eligible students must meet with a Counselor to apply! WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE HONORS PROGRAM? Continuing students are required to have a 3.0 cumulative GPA and 12 transferable units as demonstrated on their LACCD or previous college transcript. New students (incoming first year students) are required to have a 3.2 cumulative high school GPA as demonstrated on their HS transcript. Eligible to enroll in or completion of English 101.

Meet Counselor Anna Liza Olivares Anna Liza is a native Angeleno. She is a proud Anteater (Zot! Zot!) and received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Social Behavior with a minor in Education from UCI. She attended USC for her Master's Degree in Education in Educational Counseling. You can make an appointment with Counselor Olivares at counseling.elac.edu or meet her in class by enrolling in Counseling 040: College Success Seminar (27741) that meets Tuesday & Thu...rsday from 3:15pm-4:40pm on Zoom for Fall 2020. While staying #saferathome this summer, Counselor Olivares has been taking her dog Ollie on walks, doing , making time to read books for fun, hanging out with friends and family in virtual Zoom sessions, and getting ready to teach Counsel 040 in a few days. As we start the Fall 2020 term in a few days she has the following advice: "Embrace opportunities! Don't be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone whether that means visiting a professor during office hours, making a new friend in class, or joining clubs!"

I’m Carmen Soto, a counselor at ELAC. I’ve created an example of a remote learning supply list and tips. Every student is unique with different schedules, responsibilities, needs and access to space, do what works for you, but hopefully you find this post helpful Slide 2 &3: Identify a desk, table or laptop tray to create your remote learning environment. Use technology accessible to you a phone, tablet or laptop. ... Slide 4: Use headphones for increased concentration and ease. Slide 5: Think of your laptop/phone/tablet screen as the classroom board and minimize distractions by using a notebook for writing notes. A multi- subject notebook will help you stay organized. Slide 6: Input tasks, homework, deadlines, exams and assignments in an academic planner, calendar or journal to keep important dates in a central space. Slide 7: Gather writing utensils, organizational supplies, snacks/water, optional accessories and required items for each course. Slide 8: Need better light, a fan, to be close to internet modem, or an iced coffee to help you feel more comfortable? Add anything you need to make your space your own. Slide 9: Anticipate challenges like slow internet, a noisy household, and being unable to define your learning space. Be kind to yourself and others, flexible and patient. Focus on what you can control. Remote learning is a challenge, but with optimism, we can make the best of it. This list should help you feel a little more prepared. Slide 10: Summary of supplies Identify a learning space Laptop/tablet/phone & charger(s) Headphones Notebook(s) Planner/calendar/journal Pens Pencils and eraser Highlighters Snacks and hydration Preferred items (i.e. wireless mouse, post-its, index cards, etc.) Required items for class according to syllabus

Consider enrolling in Counsel 040: College Success Seminar for Fall 2020. This course is great for new ELAC students or continuing students that would like to learn more about how to make the most of their college experience.The course is transferable to both the UC and CSU and counts towards CSU GE Area E. Please note a UC credit limit applies to this course if you have already taken Counsel 020- maximum credit one course. Full course description: This course introduce...s students to the higher education system, and provides a study of the educational, psychological, intellectual, social, and health-related factors that impact lifelong learning, well-being and success. Topics include: motivation, critical thinking, learning strategies, time management, communication skills, career exploration, and educational planning. An overview of campus resources and policies is also provided. Search for Counsel 040 in schedule of classes for Fall 2020 offerings.

The Summer 2020 graduation petition filing period is from June 15 - August 21. If you are completing an Associate Degree (AA or AS) or an Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) in Summer 2020, make an appointment with a counselor to complete a graduation petition. The Summer 2020 deadline is Friday, August 21. Link for information on how to make a counseling appointment is in our bio.

Meet Counselor Guadalupe Herrera: Counselor Herrera has counseled students for the Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS) Program since 2007. Her goal is to help students realize their goals and dreams by answering questions and providing encouragement to navigate their educational journey ! Like many ELAC students, Counselor Herrera is a first generation college student . She grew up in a low income neighborhood in the South Bay and graduated from Banning Hig...h School. After high school she attended UCLA and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics. She later continued her educational at UCLA and earned a Master’s Degree in Education with an emphasis in Counseling in Student Affairs. Counselor Herrera's motto is "anything you can do, I can do better" (Yes, like the song), so she encourages students to believe if she can do it, so can they! EOPS applications for the Fall 2020 term are currently being accepted! If you are interested in learning more about or joining EOPS please visit: https://www.elac.edu/Student-Services/EOPS

Meet Counselor Genevieve Ayala: Genevieve was born and raised on the border of Monterey Park and East LA . She is a proud ELAC alum . She transferred to UCLA from ELAC and completed a BA in History . She also has a Masters in Educational Counseling from USC . Genevieve loves helping ELAC students achieve their goals! She loved her time as a student at ELAC and wants to help all ELAC students embrace life as Huskies! ... Genevieve has been exercising, making cloth masks , and sleeping in every Saturday while staying #saferathome. To make an appointment with Counselor Ayala please visit firstyearcenter.elac.edu

Meet Counselor Ana Fernandez: Counselor Ana guides students currently in or exploring STEM (Science, Technology, Engingeering & Math) majors. Her best tip for ELAC students is to get involved by following @mesa_elac_ and @elac.asu to join clubs, activities and gaining experience through an internship or research to build your resume! While staying #saferathome, she is gardening, baking, calling friends and loved ones, and enjoying time with her son, husband, and dog.... Schedule an appointment with Counselor Fernandez by using the following link: https://www.elac.edu//Programs/STEM/Support/STEM-Counseling #elaccounseling #elaccounselorspotlight

REMINDER: Last day to drop with a "W" is this Wednesday Jan 27th See Academic Calendar for further details: http://tinyurl.com/hjkc3qk

Looking for more GE transferable classes? Check out these Chicana/o studies courses out..

Interested in book grants? Counseling? Priority Registration? EOPS is still taking applications! Visit: http://tinyurl.com/gonnykq

Last day to apply for transfer with CSU's and UC's-- Good luck, Huskies!

REMINDER: Last day to drop with a "W" is this Sunday Nov 22nd! See Academic Calendar for further details: http://tinyurl.com/ELACFall2015... *Dont forget to follow us on Twitter: @ElacCounseling