Welcome to "Chisme y Comida"! 🌮🎉
Calling all vibrant Latinx students at UC Davis - it's time to gather, connect, and savor the flavors of our community! Join us in a dynamic space where chisme (gossip) flows freely like salsa and comida (food) is the heart of our gatherings.

Picture this: a lively group where we come together to celebrate our diverse identities, share personal experiences, and dive deep into the tapestry of Latinx culture. No matter where you are from, everyone's story adds a colorful thread to our collective narrative.

At "Chisme y Comida," our meetings are a feast for the senses. Imagine lively discussions about navigating university life, finding your voice, and embracing who you are. We'll swap stories about our time at UC Davis - the highs, the challenges, and those unforgettable moments that shape our journey.

Of course, it wouldn't be "Chisme y Comida" without the comida - so bring your lunch :)

Our gatherings are about more than just food. They're a chance to honor traditions passed down through generations. We'll explore the richness of our customs and find new ways to keep them alive in our college lives.

And let's not forget the chisme! In this safe and supportive space, we embrace the art of storytelling. Share your latest triumphs, laugh about everyday adventures, or seek advice from fellow Latinx trailblazers. Here, chisme isn't just talk - it's a way to build connections and lift each other up.

So, whether you're a seasoned campus veteran or just starting your UC Davis journey, "Chisme y Comida" welcomes you with open arms (and full plates). Let's create memories, forge friendships, and revel in the beautiful tapestry of our Latinx community. Together, we'll make every gathering a fiesta to remember!

¡Bienvenidos a ""Chisme y Comida""! 🌟
 

Identity

Navigating college as a first-generation student can be overwhelming, especially at a large university like UC Davis. My name is Courtney Sanchez, and as a first-gen, UC graduate, I know what it’s like to face those challenges. This course is designed to be a safe and supportive space where you can learn, grow, and connect with others who share similar experiences.

Together, we’ll explore the opportunities and resources available to first-generation students. Each week, we’ll cover topics that matter most to you and discuss strategies for thriving academically, socially, and personally.

I’m here to serve as your mentor and guide, helping you make the most of your time at UC Davis while celebrating your unique journey. Let’s work together to enrich your experience, embrace your identity, and discover the world of possibilities right here on campus.
Resources we will be visiting this quarter: 
• Aggie Compass Basic Needs Center
• The Pantry
• Career Center
• Tutor center (AATC)
• Student Health & Wellness Center - Counseling Services
• Student Disability Center
• Craft Center
• Center for Chicanx and Latinx Academic Student Success
• Center for African Diaspora Student Success
• Asian American and Pacific Islander Retention Initiative
• Native American Academic Student Success Center 
• Cross Cultural Center
• Global Learning Hub - Study Abroad
 

Identity, Aggie 101

Practicing your entrepreneurial skills improves your chances of career success, whether you choose to be an employee or entrepreneur. Over 60% of the Fortune 500 (the US's largest companies) indicated that the ability to think creatively is more important than intelligence. Over 70% of existing organizations cite innovation and "intrapreneurship" as a key factor in their future growth and success. Get these skills on lock, meet administrators and professors invested in your success, and prepare to enter an idea in the Ideas Competition and win $1,000! Entrepreneurship is for everyone. We are all capable. Join us on this journey! We'll walk you through step-by-step.

*This identity-based Connection is a focused experience for first-year undergraduate students of the African diaspora at UC Davis. This group will be hosted in partnership with the "Future Latinx Professionals" group. Throughout the quarter, each group will meet separately on alternating weeks. 

Week 1 (1/8): First session - we'll host a joint kick-off meeting between the "Future Black Professionals" and "Future Latinx Professionals" groups
Week 2 (1/15): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 3 (1/22): Future Black Professionals
Week 4 (1/29): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 5 (2/5): Future Black Professionals
Week 6 (2/12): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 7 (2/19): Future Black Professionals
Week 8 (2/26): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 9 (3/5): Future Black Professionals
Week 10 (3/12): last session - we'll host a final combined meeting between the "Future Black Professionals" and "Future Latinx Professionals" groups

Identity, Your Aggie Network, Aggies for Action

Practicing your entrepreneurial skills improves your chances of career success, whether you choose to be an employee or entrepreneur. Over 60% of the Fortune 500 (the US's largest companies) indicated that the ability to think creatively is more important than intelligence. Over 70% of existing organizations cite innovation and "intrapreneurship" as a key factor in their future growth and success. Get these skills on lock, meet administrators and professors invested in your success, and prepare to enter an idea in the Ideas Competition and win $1,000! Entrepreneurship is for everyone. We are all capable. Join us on this journey! We'll walk you through step-by-step.

*This identity-based Connection is a focused experience for first-year undergraduate Latinx students at UC Davis. This group will be hosted in partnership with the "Future Black Professionals" group. Throughout the quarter, each group will meet separately on alternating weeks. 

Week 1 (1/8): First session - we'll host a joint kick-off meeting between the "Future Black Professionals" and "Future Latinx Professionals" groups
Week 2 (1/15): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 3 (1/22): Future Black Professionals
Week 4 (1/29): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 5 (2/5): Future Black Professionals
Week 6 (2/12): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 7 (2/19): Future Black Professionals
Week 8 (2/26): Future Latinx Professionals
Week 9 (3/5): Future Black Professionals
Week 10 (3/12): last session - we'll host a final combined meeting between the "Future Black Professionals" and "Future Latinx Professionals" groups 

Aggies for Action, Your Aggie Network, Identity

[FRS 3 – 011: Navigating Challenges as a Woman in Engineering]

Become the engineer you imagined yourself to be! Build your social capital in engineering by finding your circle of friends, mentors, and allies in this first-year aggie connection. We will help you create a sense of belonging as a woman engineer while learning about and finding potential solutions to challenges facing women engineers along the way. Join our weekly study nights and work on your science and engineering courses together! We hope this Aggie Connection experience will help you become a better and more confident woman engineer.

Master Minds, Your Aggie Network, Identity

This Connection is for a select group of student parents - by invitation only - to participate in a vibrant, supportive community. The Connection focuses on building relationships between student parents, sharing resources, and introducing participants to key campus and community organizations. Meetings incorporate networking opportunities, sharing struggles and successes with balancing school and family responsibilities, goal setting and self-care planning, presentations from campus and community partners, and professional development activities. Participants will gain a group of friends who understand #studentparent life and space to concentrate on awareness, skill, and knowledge building for educational and personal success.

Identity, Your Aggie Network