Avanzando Brochure - UMKC WordPress (info.umkc.edu)

A week-long summer program is designed for
Scholars to meet other Latin@ students and
Latin@ faculty and engage in fun, hands-on
learning and community service activities.
Offered to new and returning Avanzando
Scholars, this program helps students get a
head start on the academic year with focus on:
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Writing & math skills enhancement
Latin@ studies
Test-taking and study skills
Utilizing the library and other campus
resources for academic success
College survival tips and self-care
The University of Missouri-Kansas City
Division of Diversity and Inclusion
359 Administrative Center
5115 Oak Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64112
SUMMER PROGRAM
“Once social change begins, it cannot be reversed.
You cannot uneducate the person who has learned
to read. You cannot humiliate the person who feels
pride. You cannot oppress the people who are not
afraid anymore. We have seen the future, and the
future is ours.”
- Cesar Chavez
A partnership program between
UMKC Division of Diversity and Inclusion and
the Hispanic Development Fund.
For more information:
Marji Datwyler, Project Director
816-235-6706 or [email protected]
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Avanzando Program
5115 Oak Street – AC 218B
Kansas City, MO 64112
www.umkc.edu/diversity
2014 UMKC Graduate
Dimitri Gamez
Doctor of Pharmacy
THE PROGRAM
MENTORING
Avanzando is the result of a partnership established
between the UMKC Division of Diversity and
Inclusion (DD&I) and the Hispanic Development
Fund. Implemented in August 2011, the Avanzando
program is designed to support HDF Scholarship
recipients in their academic and career pursuits.
Goals include:
1) Increasing scholar retention,
2) Improving graduation rates, and
3) Assuring successful transitions of students
into graduate school and/or career positions.
Program components include academic support,
mentoring and enhanced access to campus and
community resources.
“Every time I have a meeting with Gloria I feel I learned
something new. Our meetings are always thought
provoking and helpful to me. I know that she will always
be forever family to me and my parents."
- Patricia Barra, 2014 Graduate
Scholar Anna Jobe with her mentor, Cindy Pemberton
Scholars are matched with a UMKC faculty or staff
member and/or a Latin@ professional or business
owner. Mentors listen, provide guidance and
support and create access to essential campus and
community resources. Mentors also support
scholars in maintaining their Latin@ identity and in
recognizing their unique strengths and attributes.
CONNECTION/RESOURCES
Avanzando increases scholar access to resources
and development opportunities.
 Connection to campus resources that include
Career Services, Academic Support/Tutoring
and SEARCH (undergraduate research
opportunities).
 Support with Financial Aid and notice of
scholarship opportunities.
 Mock interviews for scholars pursuing
internships, graduate school, jobs and
scholarships.
 Connection with community members for
career exploration and job shadowing
experiences.
 Structured and informal social activities for
scholars to become acquainted and connected
with other Latin@s.
“Avanzando has taught me to push myself to [my]
fullest potential……and that is what I love so much
about the Avanzando program.”
- Anonymous 2013-14 Scholar
Mentors & mentees receive training and ongoing
support.
Project Director, Marji Datwyler with Scholar Rafael Alvarez
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Every Avanzando scholar receives individual support
from the program director and DD&I staff.
 One-on-one advising support to assure
students stay on track for timely graduation.
 Career exploration, goal setting and early
preparation for graduate school and/or career
placement.
 Problem-solving to address personal and
academic challenges.
 Affirmation of skills, talents, abilities and
resiliency of each scholar.
“As a mentor, it’s rewarding to see a scholar make
connections and succeed. And I learn from her too!
She’s so savvy about politics and entertainment and
current events.”
- Gloria Tibbs
Some of our 2014 Avanzando Graduates
Matias Bichara, Mariana Ramirez with daughter Natalia, Patricia
Barra, Elizabeth Herrera, Anna Jobe, Elvis Vargas,
Chris Vargas and Andres Rivera-Hurtado
HDF Executive Director and Mentor, Mayra Aguirre
with Scholar Chris Estrada