IVC CARES

Our mission

The Student Equity & Achievement Program (SEA) at Imperial Valley College facilitates a smooth transition to college, supporting all students, especially those underrepresented. The team assists with applications, testing, orientation, counseling, registration, and grants, and advocates for various groups. Recognized as a best-practice, SEA includes initiatives for basic needs, a kitchen & farm-to-table program, military & veteran success, the PUENTE Project, Resilient Scholars, and Restorative Justice Programs.

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SEA will provide students with:

Equity-Minded Supportive Services
Assistance Applying to IVC
ESL/Accuplacer Testing
Assistance Completing IVC's Orientation

Academic/Career Counseling
Assistance with DegreeWorks and Registering
Emergency Grants
Advocacy for Students who identify as LGBTQIA+, Black or African American, Veteran, Disabled, Foster Youth, Homeless, Formerly Incarcerated, and Student-Athletes.

SEA Matriculation/Basic Needs Specialists:

SEA Matriculation/Basic Needs Specialists at the Basic Needs Center (401) at Imperial Valley College assist with application, orientation, and registration, including support for specific tests and technical issues. We facilitate a smooth transition for high school and first-year students, offering aid for life hardships and academic success, including food, housing, transportation, and loaner tech for those who are eligible. We also support students facing challenges related to homelessness, disabilities, demographics, and more.

STUDENT EQUITY & ACHIEVEMENT

Learn English (ESL)	Basic Needs	Restorative Justice	Housing Program
Military & Veteran	Resilient Scholars	PUENTE Project	Meet the SEA Team

SEA Counselors:

Help with academic course and career advisement, comprehensive educational plans, and general IVC questions. Advocates for students to be informed of their career and learning pathways and to stay on track for graduation and/or transfer.