Phoenix Scholars
Welcome to Phoenix Scholars
Phoenix Scholars at Allan Hancock College is a program within Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) that supports our system impacted and gang impacted youth into Higher Education. We work collaboratively with the Central Coast Community to increase college and career access and success for youth ages 14-24. Several off-campus resources are also available to students.
If you are interested in learning more about our program, please contact our office and find out what support is available to you.
Contact Information
Rena Alspaw
Supervisor, Justice Involved Student Support Programs
805-922-6966 ext. 3870
David Melendrez-Romero
Program Specialist
805-922-6966 ext. 3752
Phoenix Scholars Eligibility
To qualify for the Phoenix Scholars Program
- Must be 14-24 years of age
- Enrolled at Allan Hancock College
- Includes noncredit classes
- If you are not enrolled yet, we can assist you in enrolling
- Impacted by the justice system
- Formerly or currently incarcerated
- Currently and/or previously involved in a gang or impacted by gang culture
- Includes having a family member who is gang associated or living in a neighborhood that has a strong gang presence
Services for Phoenix Scholars Participants
What the Phoenix Scholars Program can offer you (but not limited to):
- Mentorship
- Laptop lending
- Open computer lab
- School supplies
- University field trips
- Special Events
- Professional and Personal Development Workshops
- Internship and Career Opportunities
- Connection to campus and community resources
- Transportation assistance
Other Campus Resources
Other Campus Resources
EOPS PROGRAMSThe mission of the EOPS, CARE, NextUp, and CalWORKs Programs is to minimize barriers and to assist educationally and economically disadvantaged eligible students in achieving their educational and career goals.
