Student Engagement and Success

The Student Engagement and Success (SES) Team aims to help students in L&S thrive. We foster opportunities for academic enrichment, personal growth, and overall well-being by creating inclusive, welcoming, and engaging learning environments. Check out our programs below to learn ways that you can find support.
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Advising

The academic advisors at the College help students make the most out of their undergraduate education with inclusive, holistic, and equitable advising.

Black female student Jade Pratt on left tutors Asian American Yaejin (Evelyn) Kim on right while sitting at a table in the UC Davis Center for African Diaspora Student Success.

Mentorship Programs

View the mentorship programs that College of Letters and Science offers, in which provides you 1-on-1 support to navigate college life.

Peer Mentor Program

First Generation Student Support

The First Generation Initiative connects first-gen students with faculty, peers, and resources that will support them during their time at UC Davis.

A Latinx student chats with two female classmates in a UC Davis first-year seminar.

Undeclared/Undecided Student Support

View the resources and guidance that we offer to support the process of deciding on a major.

Aggie Explorers standing on a wooden footbridge

Ambassadors of Letters and Science (ALAS)

Learn more about the Ambassadors of Letters & Science (ALAS), which is comprised of distinguished scholars representing L&S who provide leadership opportunities, amplify the College's outreach, and foster community among students, their families, and their communities.

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Beyond the Classroom Award Program

The L&S Beyond the Classroom Award program provides funding for UC Davis College of Letters and Science undergraduate students participating in unpaid experiential learning opportunities. If you are participating in one of these opportunities and are in need of financial support, this opportunity is for you!

Students taking part in medieval Spain study abroad course.