Our Community
About Us, Renaissance Scholars
Who We Serve
The Renaissance Program works with those who have been forced to be independent at a young age. Examples of students who may find community with us include, but are not limited to:
- Current/Former Foster Youth
- Homelessness Prior to UCSC
- Formerly incarcerated and those with incarcerated family members.
- Toxic, Violent and/or Unsafe Home Environment
- Ward of the Court
- Emancipated minor
- Orphan
Description of System Impacted:
System impacted by mass incarceration, imprisonment, and/or detention in any way, and at any time in your life. This could be you, the student, and/or your family members. Family members may be broadly defined as key support people.
Description of Toxic, Violent and/or Unsafe Home Environment:
Parental figure or guardian inflicts neglect, abandonment, physical abuse, emotional abuse or trauma. They may engage in toxic behaviors related to drug use and alcoholism, and/or severe mental health disorders.
If your experiences are not listed, but believe you might be eligible for the Renaissance Program, reach out and contact us to connect at renschol@ucsc.edu.
Renissance Scholars Interest Form 2022-2023
