Save the date! Hispanic Education Conference 2025

Presenters: Mary Calderon & Ruth Luman
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: Bilingual

Come learn about programs for English learners at MJC! We are here to help you reach your goals and support you along the way! Ven a conocer los programas para estudiantes de inglés en MJC! Estamos aquí para ayudarte a alcanzar tus metas y apoyarte en tu proceso.

Presenter: Adrian De Angelis
Schedule: Session 1
Language: English

Through this workshop, you will learn how to use MJC's Industry & Trades programs to your benefit for pursuing a career in technical fields or acquiring technical skills as part of their professional formation.

Presenter: Adrian De Angelis
Schedule: Session 2
Language: Spanish

A través de este taller, aprenderás a aprovechar los programas de industria y oficios que ofrece MJC para tu desarrollo profesional, ya sea para desarrollar una carrera técnica o para adquirir habilidades técnicas como parte de tu formación profesional.

Presenter: Lourdes Uranday, MBA-HRM
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: Bilingual

Explore career paths, goal setting, and self-direction. You will learn to identify strengths, set goals, and link education to future careers—leaving inspired to take charge of your journey and turn passion into purpose!

Presenter: Carolina Valero
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

This workshop provides an overview of UC admissions, while highlighting resources and support for Latino/Chicanx students at UC Davis. You will gain tools to navigate the application process and connect with programs that support your academic and personal success.

Presenters: Mercedes Silveira-Gouveia & Walter Gouveia
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: Bilingual

This interactive workshop will give you a concrete understanding of identifying and finding solutions to community-based issues. The focus of this workshop is on the importance of education, vocational careers, community engagement, and social challenges.

Presenters: Marilu Isiordia, PhD & Gloria Garibay, M.A., P.P.S, College Counselor for Modesto High School & Rodolfo Andrade, M.S., Professor of Mathematics
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

In this session, facilitators will provide a warm environment for you to ask questions about the advantages of attending community college, navigating college coursework, and pursuing a career path—all during a friendly game of Lotería (a traditional Mexican bingo board game)!

Presenter: Travis Silvers
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

Are you curious to know how you can get involved in music at MJC? We will be sharing the ways you can learn a new instrument in a group setting, connect with other musicians, perform in ensembles, and explore the educational pathways that lead to a fulfilling career in music.

Presenters: Marvin Jacobo & Manuel Rivera, LCSW & Vanessa Lopez-Assah, LCSW
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

Everyone feels like they don't belong sometimes—even people who seem confident and successful. In this workshop, we'll uncover what "impostor syndrome" really is and how it shows up. Together, we'll learn simple ways to challenge self-doubt and start believing in our own voices and potential.

Presenter: Viengkham Champa
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

Are you interested in MJC's Nursing program, Nurse Assistant program, LVN program, Medical Assisting program or Respiratory Care? Come learn about the pre-requisites for these programs, how students are selected each year, and what students need to do to prepare themselves.

Presenters: Ariana Gonzalez, Professor of Ethnic Studies and APCC & Maria Rosales, M.Ed, PPS, SJCOE Counselor
Schedule: Session 2
Language: English

Understand how coraje can be a valid and sacred response to injustice, oppression, and harm. Recognize how colonial systems have suppressed or punished expressions of anger. Explore personal experiences with coraje through reflection and artistic expression. Co-create a CORAJE Toolkit with culturally grounded, creative interventions for moments when feeling overwhelmed.

Presenter: Aracely Casillas
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

This workshop covers FAFSA/CADAA application process. You will learn how to apply for aid and understand award letters, as well as gain financial aid knowledge and build confidence in applying for college funding. Come learn about resources available to help you pay for college!

Presenter: Marvin Macias
Schedule: Session 2
Language: English

Learn your education rights in school which include protection from unlawful expulsions, language access, and anti-bullying rules. You will gain skills to spot violations, advocate for yourself and others, and help create fair, safe, and supportive learning environments.

Presenter: Monica Escamilla
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

Find your "ALAS". Lead with purpose: Align, Lead, Aspire, Soar—A journey to discover your strengths, values, build confidence, and leadership skills. You can use your "ALAS" in school, friendships, and future goals which will help you lead with purpose and create a positive impact in your life and communities.

Presenters: Karlha Arias, Co-CEO & Daisy Mayorga, Co-CEO
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

The girl gang of yída will be blending cultural pride with tech-savvy skills to show you how to hustle smarter, not harder. Learn how to break barriers, blaze trails, and build a future where you’re in control. It’s time to take your place as a revolutionary in the tech world!

Presenter: Tzitzijanik Jazmin Serrano
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

This workshop will include basic knowledge and resources about higher education to guide you in developing questions that will help plan your educational pathway. Topics will include academic and vocational majors, what is a course unit, and the importance of educational planning.

Presenter: Gloriamar Gamez, Chief Program Officer
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: Bilingual

This workshop explores how diverse skills and career paths—from private, public, and nonprofit sectors—can tackle climate change. I’ll share my journey as Chief Program Officer at BEAM Circular, hoping to inspire YOU to pursue impactful careers in this vital field.

Presenter: Sylvia Jimenez, BS, CSP
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

You will learn about healthcare roles available locally and will gain insight into career pathways, entry-level opportunities, and essential skills for success. You will leave empowered with practical steps to explore, prepare, and pursue healthcare careers close to home.

Presenter: Domenica Escatel
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

This interactive workshop explores first-gen identity, mindset, and resilience. You will gain tools to turn barriers into bridges, build confidence, and tap into cultural strengths. You will leave with strategies to stay motivated, set goals and apply an “échale ganas” mindset to academics.

Presenter: Mikaela Green
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

Connect with peers as part of special programs at MJC. Hear stories of other students as well as former foster youth. Learn how they overcame the odds and connected to campus services and resources that are helping them succeed.

Presenter: Joanna Esparza
Schedule: Session 2
Language: English

This interactive workshop focuses on building self-empowerment and encouraging those around you. Through engaging activities and meaningful discussions, you will discover practical strategies to cultivate a positive mindset, foster resilience, and uplift your community.

Presenter: Horacio Corona Lira
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

This interactive panel features first-generation college graduates sharing their journeys from high school through college to professional careers. You will hear challenges, strategies, and successes, ask questions, and leave inspired to pursue your own educational and career goals.

Presenter: Jessica Mora
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

You will learn about supportive services and opportunities for first-generation and Latinx students at UC Santa Barbara.

Presenters: Maura Gatch & Vanessa Alvarez
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

Explore your transfer options to Stan State in this comprehensive information session. Come learn about the admission process, eligibility requirements, important deadlines, and tips to complete a successful application.

Presenter: Alejandra Espinoza
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

Student Leadership can be as refreshing as ice-cold Jarritos on a hot day! Discover how embracing your cultura and Mexican/Latino pride can help you shine as a student leader and create real change on campus.

Presenters: Eric Barajas, Marc Anaya & Sergio Lara
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

This workshop reveals the ingenuity of the "Hispanic" community. Come learn about connecting knowledge, strength, and opportunities for activism!

Presenter: Olga Castañeda
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

In this exciting, hands-on workshop, you will dive into the basics of Gen AI, their usefulness, pitfalls, and experiment with ethical ways of using AI for academic assignments.

Presenters: Aneth Rocha & Jose Padilla
Schedule: Session 1
Language: Spanish

El programa de doble inscripción le permite a estudiantes de 13 años en adelante tomar clases universitarias y obtener créditos para ambos niveles. Esta oportunidad les proporciona conocimientos avanzados, ahorros en gastos de matrícula y una ventaja en su educación universitaria.

Presenters: Marissa Cahn & Patricia Moran
Schedule: Session 2
Language: English

This workshop will focus on the opportunity that the Dual Enrollment program gives high school students to jump start their college career. From earning credits at a tuition-free rate, to getting a sense of independence in a safe environment, the Dual Enrollment program is an important opportunity for students.

Presenter: Alejandro Soto, MBA, MSN
Schedule: Session 1 & Session 2
Language: English

The presenter will share their family, school, and work experiences that helped them find their true purpose while facing many struggles that a lot of people can relate to. The presenter will share their willingness to succeed despite obstacles and tribulations.