The University of California is seeking new members to serve on its High School and Community College Counselor Advisory Councils beginning this fall. The University established the statewide advisory groups to strengthen communication between counselors and UC Office of the President staff who are responsible for admissions and outreach services.
Councils usually meet twice during the academic year.
UC staff have found these opportunities for in-depth discussion with counselors extremely valuable. The councils have recommended ways the University could improve existing programs and services for counselors, students and schools and colleges. Council meetings also have included discussion of policy issues related to undergraduate admission and financial aid at UC as well as policies and trends affecting K-12 and higher education. Council members are selected to represent the range of concerns expressed by counselors and staff throughout the state. Members are chosen on the basis of statements of interest, professional experience and geographic representation.