The PRIDE Program is a learning community where students take a coordinated series
of courses for one year to learn about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Non-binary,
Asexual, Aromantic, Intersex, Questioning, Queer (LGBTQIA+) people and communiuties
and complete courses necessary for transfer.
This college success program creates a support system for students in reaching their academic and personal goals. It provides opportunities for students interested in learning about LGBTQIA+ culture, history, politics, and experiences. Students in the PRIDE program receive individualized counseling and transfer planning support, learn culturally relevant curriculum, develop close lifelong friendships with like-minded students, and gain leadership experience. PRIDE welcomes any and all students from diverse backgrounds. You do not need to be a member of the LGBTQIA+ community to join the program. Allies are strongly encouraged to join PRIDE.
All academic and career technical education programs and student support programs and services are open to all students without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or disability status.
- Priority registration
- Cohort classes to build a community with your peers
- Dedicated counselor
- Supportive faculty members
- Opportunities to develop your leadership skills
- Events including:
- Cultural events
- College workshops and guest speakers
- College tours and other transfer events
- Low income and/or first-generation college students encouraged to apply
- Willing to learn about the LGBTQIA+ experience and cultures.
- Interested in transferring to a four-year institution.
- Interested in participating in events that take place outside of regular class time.
- Complete the interest form
- John Ruys, PRIDE Coordinator and Professor, will reach out to you with next steps and setting up your class schedule
Fall Semester
- ENG 1A – Critical Reading and Composition (3 units
- Transfer: CSU/UC, CSU GE: A2; IGETC: 1A
- LGBT 1 – Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3 units)
- Transfer: CSU/UC, CSU GE: D; IGETC: 4
- ENG 4 or 7 – Critical Reading and Writing (3 units)
- Transfer: CSU/UC, CSU GE: A3; IGETC: 1B
- PCN 18 – University Transfer Planning (1 unit)
- Transfer: CSU/UC, CSU GE: E
