Mission Statement

CAMP is dedicated to providing service to underserved populations in STEM with resources, information, and opportunities to thrive in their degree programs. This is accomplished by creating a space that fosters communication, encourages authenticity, honors intersectionality, and strengthens a sense of community for its members.

 

What is the Purpose of CAMP?

The California Alliance for Minority Participation (CAMP) program is part of the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation initiative. The program’s objective is to significantly increase the number of students that complete UCI degree programs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. CAMP is especially focused on augmenting undergraduate STEM education through experiential learning, community building, and the sharing of information for underserved groups in STEM.

CAMP is guided by the following overarching themes:

  • Increase individual student retention and progression to baccalaureate degrees for underserved groups
  • Bolster the successful acclimation of transfer students into 4-year degree programs
  • Provide access to high-quality undergraduate research experiences
  • Facilitate the successful transition of underserved students in STEM into graduate programs and / or industry

Helpful Information

CAMP scholars enjoy a quiet place to study, use the computer lab, may borrow books and /or technology, and have access to additional resources. We are open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM. We ask that you sign-in when you visit the office.

About Us

The CAMP program is a statewide initiative funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Services

The objective of CAMP is to strengthen the quality and quantity of underserved students receiving degrees in STEM. Visit the Services page to look at the many resources we offer to our students.

Programs

We offer a variety of programs that are meant to enhance, and strengthen, your pathway to earning a STEM degree.

STEM Orgs

STEM Orgs

CAMP partners with UCI STEM student organizations to provide students with additional resources and opportunities. Click into this bucket to learn more.