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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ricardo Vázquez (510) 287-3301 Brandy Ramos Nikaido (559) 241-7512
OAKLAND - In an effort to better serve Spanish-speaking families throughout the state, the University of California Office of the President has developed “Great futures start here” or “Un futuro brillante comienza aquí,” a new bilingual guide that outlines admission requirements, financial aid options and other essential information. The 36-page booklet updates and expands the information previously contained in UC’s Spanish-language publication “Tomando las riendas de su futuro.” The new publication, for example, includes a section on the Dual Admissions Program (DAP)a new path for students to gain UC eligibility. It has also been updated with current fee levels and new financial aid information. The University hopes the bilingual format will allow Spanish-speaking parents and their English-speaking children to share information and better understand what it takes to get into a UC campus. Recent studies have shown many Latino parents lack essential information about what their children need to get into college. And the knowledge deficit is even greater among lower-income and first-generation immigrants who also face language barriers. By 2008, Latinos are expected to comprise the largest group of California’s high school graduates. “Great futures start here” or “Un futuro brillante comienza aquí” responds to this demographic change and addresses the college-knowledge deficit in the Spanish-speaking community by providing information to help parents and students understand how they can meet UC’s rigorous eligibility requirements. The free booklet can be obtained from UC campus
outreach offices or by calling toll free 1 (866) On-line versions in PDF format are available
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