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Office: Room I4-203 (2nd floor)
Phone: 619-388-2757
Alexi Balaguer
Senior Student Services Assistant
abalaguer@sdccd.edu
Agustin Rivera
Coordinator
arivera@sdccd.edu
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CRUISE PrograM
 
 ATTENTION TO ALL STUDENTS:
 
The Student Services building is open and offering limited in-person, online, and phone services.

Staff will be working on campus Monday - Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and virtually Fridays from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m, to serve students remotely. We appreciate your flexibility during this challenging time, please know the CRUISE and Peer Navigator Program remains committed to both your safety and educational success.

The AVANZA Engagement Center (I4-203), located on the second floor of the Student Services building, is open for all students from Monday - Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

HOW TO CONTACT US: 

To contact us, call the office line at (619) 388-2757 and leave a voicemail message. We will be checking the office's voicemail regularly, but please be aware that there may still be a small delay in response. You may also email us at mesacruise@sdccd.edu and we will respond within 1-2 business days. 

Phone: (619) 388-2757
Email: mesacruise@sdccd.edu 

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CRUISE Program Mission

Creating Rich Unique Intellectual Student Experiences (CRUISE) aims to prepare and engage new, incoming students through an on-campus experience. Participants will successfully identify resources necessary to excel academically, connect with a Peer Navigator, and get to know other first-year students leading to a sense of belonging.  

About CRUISE

  • Connect with a Peer Navigator who will serve as your mentor
  • Receive support during CRUISE and the academic year
  • Build community and meet other incoming students
  • Learn about campus resources and student life
  • Participate in workshops aimed at your transition to Mesa College

ELIGIBILITY

  • Be a new student to San Diego Mesa Colllege for the Spring 2022 semester

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

  • Attend and participate in all CRUISE activities
  • Meet with a Peer Navigator once a month during the spring semester
  • Participate in campus events and workshops throughout the spring semester
  • Utilize tutoring services, and other student support resources
  • Inform a counselor of any changes to academic schedule
  • Commit to excel in all courses and meet with professors during office hours

CRUISE registration DETAILS

Winter and Saturday CRUISE 2022 will be held online through Zoom. We have different CRUISEs that are designed to meet the needs of our diverse student population:

winter cruise

Winter CRUISE is designed for all new, incoming students who recently graduated from high school or have graduated from high school and have not attended college in the last three years, new students transitioning from Continuing Education, Veterans and Adult Learners who have yet to attend college. 

January 11 to January 13
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR WINTER CRUISE!

Winter CRUISE Flyer
Winter CRUISE Flyer		 Winter CRUISE Letter
Letter from President Pam

saturday cruise

Saturday CRUISE is designed for early high school graduates. High school students completing their coursework in December 2021 and planning to attend Mesa for the spring semester in February 2022 should consider this one-day CRUISE session. 

January 8
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SATURDAY CRUISE!

Saturday CRUISE FlyerSaturday CRUISE Flyer Saturday CRUISE Letter
Letter from President Pam

CRUISE Contact info

Have questions? Not sure which session to attend? Contact us here:

Phone: (619) 388-2757
Email: mesacruise@sdccd.edu

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  • "The best part of the Summer CRUISE was getting to know some people, and also having a great Peer Navigator who explained my questions clearly when I was very confused." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "The best part of the Summer CRUISE was getting to know some people, and also having a great Peer Navigator who explained my questions clearly when I was very confused." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "My Peer Navigator did amazing. They were really friendly, answered all our questions about mesa and really helped me feel like I knew where everything was!" - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "My Peer Navigator did amazing. They were really friendly, answered all our questions about mesa and really helped me feel like I knew where everything was!" - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "Summer CRUISE helped me learn more about the campus, and learn about programs and other resources that the college offers." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "Summer CRUISE helped me learn more about the campus, and learn about programs and other resources that the college offers." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "I think the best part of summer cruise for me would be the tours we got everyday because now that school is going on I don't really have a problem with navigating where my classes would be." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "I think the best part of summer cruise for me would be the tours we got everyday because now that school is going on I don't really have a problem with navigating where my classes would be." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "Being able to meet the various departments in Mesa was super helpful." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "Being able to meet the various departments in Mesa was super helpful." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "I enjoyed being able to have a peer navigator it made my first year of college run smoothly. Thank you for allowing me to have this opportunity." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "I enjoyed being able to have a peer navigator it made my first year of college run smoothly. Thank you for allowing me to have this opportunity." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "The summer CRUISE was very helpful. It helped me familiarize myself with the campus and introduced me to many resources." - CRUISE Alumni

    "The summer CRUISE was very helpful. It helped me familiarize myself with the campus and introduced me to many resources." - CRUISE Alumni

  • "The most valuable aspect was learning about the different resources Mesa has to offer to help succeed." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "The most valuable aspect was learning about the different resources Mesa has to offer to help succeed." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "I loved meeting other students and learning about what Mesa has to offer. I feel more ready and prepared to conquer the year, THANK YOU!!" - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "I loved meeting other students and learning about what Mesa has to offer. I feel more ready and prepared to conquer the year, THANK YOU!!" - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "The most valuable aspect was knowing that I am not alone. I made some new friends already, including my peer navigator. I feel comfortable and confident about starting my college journey at mesa and I can't wait." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "The most valuable aspect was knowing that I am not alone. I made some new friends already, including my peer navigator. I feel comfortable and confident about starting my college journey at mesa and I can't wait." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "I really loved how energetic my peer navigator was which made me much more comfortable meeting new people." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "I really loved how energetic my peer navigator was which made me much more comfortable meeting new people." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "Having a Peer Navigator helped me stay on task and always keep busy. I always looked forward to the monthly meetings to give a rundown of my accomplishments of the month." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "Having a Peer Navigator helped me stay on task and always keep busy. I always looked forward to the monthly meetings to give a rundown of my accomplishments of the month." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "My most valuable aspect while attending Summer CRUISE was feeling a sense of friendship and comfort. Knowing I have my Peer Navigator and a group of students who I can turn to during challenges and just for a friend is a really great feeling, especially when you go in not knowing anyone." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "My most valuable aspect while attending Summer CRUISE was feeling a sense of friendship and comfort. Knowing I have my Peer Navigator and a group of students who I can turn to during challenges and just for a friend is a really great feeling, especially when you go in not knowing anyone." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

  • "The guidance that I got from having a Peer Navigator made it a lot easier to adjust to college life after graduating from high school." - Summer CRUISE Alumni

    "The guidance that I got from having a Peer Navigator made it a lot easier to adjust to college life after graduating from high school." - Summer CRUISE Alumni