Mission and Goals

The mission of Fullerton College Rising Scholars is to support our students in achieving and exceeding their academic and personal goals.

  • Stimulate and support student interests in their intellectual, educational and vocational achievement.
  • Recruit and retain Rising Scholar students.
  • Provide personal and accessible services.
  • Facilitate the transfer and career placement of students.
  • Supplement the traditional education and student support programs of the college.
  • Positively affect student self-concept and self-esteem.

Location

321 E. Chapman Avenue
Fullerton, CA 92832
2000 Building, 2nd Floor, Room 2020

Hours of Operation

Summer 2020

Monday: 7:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday: 7:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday: 7:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 7:00am-5:00pm
Friday: Closed

Services

Priority Registration

Book Award

Rising Scholar Liaison

Academic Counselor

Book Lending Program

Mentorship

Advocacy Letters

Educational School Supplies

Specialized Fieldtrips, events, and workshops

Financial Assistance (based on available funds)

Referrals to mental health services

Contact

Dr. Elaine Lipiz Gonzalez

Dean – Student Support Services
elipizgonzalez@fullcoll.edu
(714) 992-7089

Dr. Arnette Edwards

Counselor
aedwards@fullcoll.edu
(714) 992-7253

Yadira De La Cruz

Program Manager
Rising Scholar Specialist/ Program Coordinator
ydelacruz@fullcoll.edu
(714) 992-7097

Nicole Howard

EOPS Administrative Assistant I
nhoward@fullcoll.edu
(714) 992-7097

Brandi Wilson

Admin Assistant II
bwilson@fullcoll.edu
(714) 732-5355