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The Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Symposium
UCLA | August 10-13, 2010

About the Program

The Hispanic Youth Symposium is coming to Los Angeles this summer! 200 local high school students and 150 community volunteers will come to the campus of UCLA from August 10th-13th, 2010 for a three-night, four-day program that allows them to develop a network of peers and mentors, learn about resources and tools for college, and develop a long-term career vision.

Competitions will be held for $2,000, $1,000, and $500 scholarships in art, speech, talent and essay categories. The symposium only requires a $10 personal investment fee from the students.

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A Year-Round Program

Following the symposium, all students will automatically become part of the Hispanic Youth Institute year-round programming, where the Hispanic College Fund staff will work closely with the symposium students and community partners to deliver information and programming that reinforces the themes of college, career, and community. The Hispanic College Fund will also stay in electronic contact with the students, providing them ongoing information about scholarships, internships, and college application deadlines as they are available regionally and nationally.

The Hispanic College Fund ensures students who participate in the Hispanic Youth Symposium become part of a network that supports their educational and professional aspirations indefinitely.

For more information, click here.

Investing in the Community

The Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Institute will cost around $187,000 to run, and 87 cents from every dollar raised go to support direct costs (including student meals, lodging, classroom space, and supplies) and staff that make the symposium a success. Click here to see how the Hispanic College Fund makes this investment in the community.

We rely on volunteers and the generosity of community donors, corporations, and foundations to support the program. Join us today and help make a difference in the lives of very talented and deserving students!