The UCI-OC Alliance is a trustee-initiated, university-driven community organization founded in 2021 to enhance the experience of students. The Alliance aligns its work with the existing programs and structures on campus. The Alliance advances its purpose through communication, collaboration and engagement with the university administration and support groups as well as participation in and active support of Latino/a students, events and programs on campus.
By supporting the UCI-OC Alliance fund, you can help students gain career exposure and opportunities that might otherwise be inaccessible due to financial constraints, including:
- Engaging in research presentations that contribute to business outcomes, allowing students to apply academic concepts directly in a professional setting.
- Supporting student stipends to participate in unpaid opportunities without financial strain.
- Facilitating real-world industry projects to allow students to work on relevant challenges, showcasing their abilities to potential employers.
- Attending conferences and events to meet industry leaders, explore career paths, and build important connections.
Some of the projects previously supported by gifts made to the Alliance include:
- Field Study Support: Vouchers for transportation or professional attire, helping students participate in field studies without financial barriers.
- Leadership Summit: An all-day event designed to enhance leadership capacity and promote career readiness, covering topics like financial wellness, mental health, communication skills, and networking.
- UC Irvine and UC Riverside PhD candidates and MFA students to be paired with community college faculty mentors, gaining insights into faculty careers and career paths through hands-on experiences.
Make your Giving Day gift today and help the Alliance continue to positively impact the experience of deserving students!
| Rank | State | Gifts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CA | 27 |
| 2 | AA | 0 |
| 2 | AE | 0 |
