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MANO 

Mentoring, Advising, and Networking Opportunities

MANO is an initiative that works to increase the representation of diverse, racially-ethnic students in graduate school by providing support and resources to undergraduate students, with particular focus on students attending California community colleges and California State Universities.

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Our Mission

To serve undergraduate students by:

  • Exposing them to graduate school

  • Empowering them to pursue higher education 

  • Dismantling misinformation may discourage them from pursuing their academic goals.

Our Vision

To establish a solid partnership with the University of California, California State Universities and the California Community College system to bring MANO resources their students.

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MANO Resources

Our resources provide undergraduate students with the tools and knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their academic future

Our commitment to empowering students is reflected in the myriad resources we offer to inspire, educate, and guide them toward a successful future. MANO provides three distinct opportunities to help students learn about graduate school and achieve their academic goals.

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Virtual Panels

Recorded Panels

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 MANO Directory

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Podcast

"This Can Be You"

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Panel Sessions Series

The purpose of these panel sessions is to provide undergraduate students with a comprehensive overview of the graduate school experience, from the application process to post-graduation career paths, and encourage them to pursue graduate school.

Join us for a series of captivating panels on graduate school. Discover personal and academic journeys, unlock opportunities, and get a head start on the basics. Empower your future with knowledge and inspiration.

Get Involved

We extend our deepest gratitude for your keen interest in collaborating with MANO. It brings us great pleasure to offer you three distinct avenues through which you can inspire and educate college students about the merits of pursuing a graduate degree.

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Become a Panelist

A unique opportunity to unravel the intricacies of the graduate school experience and demystify any misconceptions that may be holding students back.

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Become a Mentor

Your biography will be featured on the MANO Directory, presenting students with a golden chance to explore your field of study and establish a valuable 1:1 connection

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Get featured in our podcast

As a guest in our podcast, you will have the privilege of inspiring and motivating students by sharing your unique story of success.

Partner with us

Let us hold your MANO (hand)

By partnering with MANO, you'll be joining a dynamic community of scientists, educators and professionals who are dedicated to supporting underrepresented students on their academic journeys. Our innovative approach to mentoring, advising, and networking ensures that our partners receive the highest level of support and guidance, enabling them to achieve their diversity and inclusion goals and drive positive change in their communities.

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Universities with Graduate Programs

For universities seeking to promote their graduate programs and resources, we offer a range of workshops  that showcase your school and graduate programs  to our diverse community of students all over California.

Whether you're looking to reach out to a specific demographic or simply want to expand your reach, we can help you to connect with the right students and generate interest in your programs.

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Undergraduate Institutions

If you're a community college or university seeking to provide unique and engaging workshops addressing the specific needs of your students, partner with us.

Our team of experienced professionals can plan, design and deliver workshops that resonate with your students to provide them with the tools they need to succeed.

Whether you want us to talk about fellowships, research, or graduate applications we can help you bring that information to your campus or your classroom.

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Increasing diversity in Grad School one student at the time

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