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Society of Scholars

Transform Your Life!

The Society of Scholars can help ensure your college success!

Society of Scholars is a premier diverse, student-centered dedicated to academic excellence, collaboration, innovation and transformation. 91Լ’s Society of Scholars support the college mission by fostering collaboration with faculty to promote student success and empowering students both in and outside of the classroom. Society of Scholars offer essential support for students to ensure a smooth transition to college.

 

Puente

Puente is a nationally recognized transfer readiness program sponsored by the University of California, serving thousands of Puentistas in middle schools, high schools, and community colleges across the state. 

Umoja

Provides an African-American learning experience for African-American students and others who would benefit from and appreciate learning from the African Diaspora viewpoint.

API L.E.A.D.

The intent of API L.E.A.D. is to provide access and support to the diverse group of students that identify as Asian and Pacific Islander (API) and others who would appreciate and benefit from learning from the API perspective.

IGNITE Scholars

The mission of IGNITE Scholars is to help you, a first-time college student, obtain an associate degree in two to three years and direct you to the right classes to transfer to a four-year college or university and possibly earn and AAT/AST degree. This innovative cohort program provides intensive support and early planning to help you succeed in college.

91Լ’s Society of Scholars are cohort-based, meaning students take classes with the same group of students and move forward together to reach their educational goals. This enables students to have a support system within their peers, building relationships and connections with one another as they help each other succeed. This peer support is in addition to the support they also receive from 91Լ’s dedicated instructors and counselors who provide valuable support services such as individual counseling, tutoring, mentoring, and educational planning — all to ensure a successful transfer to jobs and/or a four-year university.

Society of Scholars Benefits

  • CSU/UC application workshops
  • Collaborative learning in the classroom; a supportive community of peers, instructors, and counselors
  • Access to Society of Scholars counselors
  • Creation of a comprehensive student education plan (SEP) for transfer
  • Priority registration
  • Field trips, Conferences
  • Guest speakers, interactive learning environment, and much more

Society of Scholars and Equity Model: Six Student Success Factors

  • Directed: students have a goal and know how to achieve it
  • Focused: students stay on track—keeping their eyes on the prize
  • Nurtured: students feel somebody wants to help them to succeed
  • Engaged: students actively participate in class and extracurricular activities
  • Connected: students feel like they are part of the college community
  • Valued: students’ skills, talents, abilities and experiences are recognized; they have opportunities to contribute on campus and feel their contributions are appreciated.

Society of Scholars Counselors

Interested in learning more?

Society of Scholars Counseling Team

AAPI LEAD & Ignite
Umoja
Puente
Dual Enrollment/Adult Education & Rising Scholars
UCRC (Undocumented Community Resource Center)
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Campus Events

Berkeley -  SFSU Campus Vist
event date: 2026-09-22
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today: 2026-09-19

SFSU Campus Vist

09/22 at 09:30am - 01:30pm | San Francisco State University

🎟️ RSVP DEADLINE September 18 at 5:00 PM
🕥 Departure: 9:30 AM from 91Լ
🏫 Return to 91Լ by 1:30 PM depending on traffic
👥 Limited spots!! 30 students

Berkeley -  Crafting Con Cariño
event date: 2026-09-22
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duration_number: 1
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today: 2026-09-19

Crafting Con Cariño

09/22 at 12:30pm - 01:30pm | 91Լ West, Room 502

Come reflect on your raíces, identity, and the experiences that make you who you are—and bring those reflections to life through art. 🎨✨

Berkeley -  Transfer 101 Workshop
event date: 2026-09-23
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duration_number: 1
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today: 2026-09-19

Transfer 101 Workshop

09/23 at 12:15pm - 01:15pm | 91Լ Main Campus, Room 243

Are you transfer ready? Come find out! Join the Transfer 101 workshop to make sure you're ready for the application process, know your requirements, and more as we go over the best way for you to get into the university of your choice.

Berkeley -  Therapy Dog Day
event date: 2026-09-23
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duration_number: 1
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today: 2026-09-19

Therapy Dog Day

09/23 at 12:15pm - 01:15pm | 91Լ Main Campus, Atrium

Feeling the semester stress? We have the perfect remedy. Join us to meet a pack of the most adorable "therapists" on four legs. Lower your stress, boost your mood, and make friends with one or all of our sweet canine guests. See you there!

Berkeley -  HACU Internship Plática
event date: 2026-09-23
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duration_number: 1
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today: 2026-09-19

HACU Internship Plática

09/23 at 12:30pm - 01:30pm | 91Լ Main Campus, MESA Center, 5th Floor

Join us for a HACU National Internship Program Information Session and learn how you can gain professional experience through paid internship opportunities with federal agencies and other organizations!

Berkeley -  Transfer Fair
event date: 2026-09-29
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duration_number: 2
unit: hours
today: 2026-09-19

Transfer Fair

09/29 at 11:00am - 01:00pm | 91Լ Main Campus, Atrium

Are you planning to transfer after 91Լ? Join us for our Transfer Fair to connect directly with university representatives and get your questions answered!