Special Programs

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

The following is a list of special programs for which there is a counselor assigned:

ATHLETIC PROGRAM: The counselor advises student-atheletes of the rules, regulations and requirements within the intercollegiate athletic programs in which they participate. Special educational planning and courses are offered to the athlete, such as "time management" and "effective study habits", in order to promote academic achievement and support the student's athletic and educational objectives.
DISABLED STUDENTS PROGRAM: This program offers support services and/or special classes to students with learning, communication, physical and psychological disabilities. The Kentified Campus offers Adaptive PE, learning disabilities assessment and tutoring, computer-assisted instruction for special learning needs, and specialized academic, personal and vocational counseling. The College also offers educational and mobility aids, notetakers, readers, tutors and interpreters, as well as liaison with instructors and other campus services and referrals to community agencies. Club events and trips also offer excellent socialization opportunties and personal support while attending school.

The Indian Valley Campus offers specialized support services to assist disabled students in meeting their educational and/or vocational goals. These services include academic, vocational and personal counseling, mobility aids and educational aids. Adaptive PE is also offered on a limited basis. Enrollment in the Disabled Students Program requires an initial appointment. Phone (415) 485-9406. Click here for the Disabled Students Program home page.

EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES (EOPS): EOPS offers assistance to students who meet the EOPS state guidelines for eligibility. Support services include counseling, tutoring, book grants, and peer advisement. Phone:

Kentfield Campus 485-9605, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or

Indian Valley Campus 883-2211, ext 8120, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ; Tuesday 8:30 to 12 noon.

Click here for the EOPS home page.

COOPERATIVE AGENCIES AND RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION (CATE): CARE is an additional support program for EOPS eligible students who are also AFDC parents. For students who qualify for CARE, CARE grants are available for books, transportation and childcare. Call the phone numbers listed under EOPS for more information.

REENTRY SERVICES: The reentry services program assists women and men who are single parents, displaced homemakers, or returning to school after a long period of time. In addition to individual academic, personal and career counseling, the Reentry Office provides information and referral services to campus and community services and offers workshops that address specific issues faced by single parents and adult students. This services is offered at both the Kentfield and the Indian Valley Campus. For more information, phone 485-9641

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM (ESL)

COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAM (CCP)

ALCANCE

F-1 STUDENT ADVISOR

MARIN UNIVERSITY SUCCESS TEAM (MUST): Marin University Success Team is a collaborative effort between the offices of Student Development and Special Services and Academic Affairs, designed to enhance the education experience of transfer students. This pilot program was initiated in the Fall of 1997. MUST is for any student who is new to college and

is committed to a transfer curriculum.

is a full-time student (taking a minimum of 12 units).

places into college level Math and English courses.

is prepared to participate in a Student Success Seminar.

MUST students will receive:

Special pre-enrollment Orientation.
A $50 scholarship for the first and second semesters of the Program.
Full tuition payment for their final semester upon graduation if completed within three (3) years.
All of the academic and student service support the College can offer.

Contact the Office of Student Development at (415) 485-9626 to request a program brochure and application.