Jacki Bravo, a child of migrant farmworkers, initially doubted her ability to attend college due to a lack of information and chronic illness. The College Assistance for Migrants Program (CAMP) at Portland Community College helped her realize higher education was possible through scholarships, mentorship, and resources tailored to her needs. The program has proven effective, with about three-quarters of participants completing their first year of college. Currently, CAMP's future is threatened by federal funding uncertainties, as appropriations for the program may be eliminated next year.
Jacki Bravo reflects on her initial doubts about higher education, admitting that as a child of migrant farmworkers, she wasn't informed about the opportunities available to her.
The College Assistance for Migrants Program at Portland Community College helped Bravo realize the accessibility of higher education, providing scholarships, tutoring, and mentorship.
CAMP has a high success rate, with approximately three-quarters of its participants completing their first year of college, often exceeding the success rates of their peers.
The program's future is uncertain as federal appropriations for CAMP and similar initiatives are being withheld, raising concerns about their continuation.
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