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Enlace, which began in 1983, is an academic program supported by counseling, tutoring, community mentoring, and student organizations. Enlace serves underrepresented Chican@/Latin@ students of San José and nearby communities. How to Schedule a Counseling Appointment (Video) Schedule a Counseling Appointment; Meet with the Program Coordinator
The Enlace Program, which began in 1983 at Evergreen Valley College, represents an alternative approach to meeting the educational needs of Chicanx/Latinx students. The name enlace is derived from the Spanish word enlazar, which means "to bind or connect" or "to create a community."
The Enlace Program is designed to help Chicanx/Latinx students succeed. It is a unique academic program established in 1983 and maintained under the EVC Language Arts Division celebrating 41 years of academic services. The goals of Enlace are: Enroll and provide culturally responsive academic services for Chicanx/Latinx students.
Enlace is a multi-service program blending academic instruction and support services. The program offers counseling; mentoring; supplemental instruction; peer tutoring; along with English, Math and Science transferable courses. All courses have a community learning approach.
EVC's Enlace Program, which helps Chicanx and Latinx students successfully complete English, Math and Science guides them effectively through transfer and occupational courses, is celebrating its 35th anniversary. We are exceptionally proud of two EVC alums, Alma Acosta and Mara Leandro.
Enlace is a community investment in education supported by Chicanx/ Latinx community professionals who serve as mentors sharing their personal academic and career experiences to students with a “si se puede” determination. Enlaces’ Lending Library provides books and calculators while enrolled in Enlace courses.
Enlace Program Courses: Students must fill out the form by clicking here. Questions? Contact Program Coordinator Mayra Garcia: Email: mayra.garcia@evc.edu Call: (408)274-7900 ext.6598 Text: (408)780-9703.