Senior Weekend
What is Senior Weekend?
Senior Weekend is a 4-day, 3-night, all expense paid trip to UC Berkeley for admitted high school seniors. The goal of this program is to help first generation, low income, students of color make an informed decision about where to continue their higher education. We aim to do this by offering college resources, multicultural programs, workshops, and social events that will give students the opportunity to engage and interact with current UC Berkeley undergraduates and prospective students.
We hope to give the students that visit us a glimpse into the Latine perspective at CAL to bridge that transition from high school to college. Hopefully we will see you here in the fall!
What does this program look like on a day by day basis?
Thursday 04/11
Students will travel to UC Berkeley from various locations accompanied by staff volunteers.
Arrival at Clark Kerr Campus
Welcome Reception with performances, games, and guest speakers.
Meet the UC Berkeley undergraduate student who be your host throughout the duration of the program.
Friday 04/12
Multicultural Resource Fair: Meet with campus departments to hear about what resources and programs they offer.
Attend a Mock Lecture by a UC Berkeley professor.
Campus Tour
Student-Led Workshops that will highlight the tools needed for success at CAL.
Futuro Fest —A social event to meet your fellow latine students, class of 2027!
Saturday 04/13
Explore Cal Day! This is an annual event where newly admitted students visit campus. There will be student organizations tabling to talk to you about the work that they do.
bridges Banquet, an opportunity to engage with the multicultural community and wrap up the weekend.
Raíces closing: a moment to reflect on your senior weekend experience!
Sunday 04/14
Students will be returning to their home towns.
If you have any questions regarding senior weekend, please contact us at raices.k12staff@gmail.com with the subject [Senior Weekend Student].