Temporary Bridge Hotline: (909) 610-9375
BridgeCounseling@mtsac.edu
BridgeCounseling@mtsac.edu
Summer Bridge Welcome and Registration Event
Summer Bridge Students
Summer Bridge Carnival
Dia de los Muertos face painting
UCLA Stomp Conference
Bridge students studying
Summer Bridge Closing Ceremony
Bridge Program
The Bridge Program offers several learning communities designed to increase students' academic and personal success through the structuring of the learning environment. Students participating in a learning community are enrolled in linked or clustered classes that are taught in a cooperative environment between instructors.
Learning communities include Summer Bridge, Math Bridge, English Bridge and many more. Each learning community focuses on a specific academic need and has an assigned counselor to assist students. The Bridge Program is perfect for students who are under prepared academically, are economically disadvantaged, and need additional support in their first year at Mt. SAC. Bridge students also form lasting friendships. They tend to share educational goals, interests, and similar backgrounds. We work with students to promote their transfer success to universities. You might just find our program to be the "bridge" you need to cross over your obstacles to success!
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Make a Counseling Appointment: Bridge Students 
Connect with a Bridge Success CoachBridge Success Coaches
Our Bridge Success Coaches are here to support you and answer any questions you may have. As former Mt. SAC students, they can help guide you and provide you with the resources to be successful college students.
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Attention Class of 2021
Get a head start in college with the Mt. SAC Summer Bridge Program.
Get more information and steps to apply.
News
MT. SAC COVID-19 UPDATE:
As of 3/20/20, the Mt. SAC Bridge Program Office is closed, but our Counselors and
Staff are working remotely.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call us at our new temporary number
909-610-9375 during our regular business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
If you have a question for a Bridge Counselor or Advisor, please call our new number
or email BridgeCounseling@mtsac.edu and one of our Counselors/ Advisor will respond.
If needed, they can also help schedule an appointment for you. Appointments will be
available Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and will be held over the phone or email
based. (This is to enforce social distancing)
We encourage you to follow us on social media on Instagram and Facebook for information
and updates.
Student Services FAQs
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Tips For Online Learning Success- Network!
Build a support system. Meet your classmates and professors early in the semester! Go out of your way to exchange contact information. You can access emails via Canvas - Manage Your Time Wisely!
Online courses give you flexibility, but do not fall behind. Set the same time aside that you would for face-to-face instruction. - Review Syllabus + Have An Agenda
Create an agenda with due dates of all your assignments. Staying organized with your notes and agenda will allow you to be productive when you're ready to study. - Designate Work Zones!
With online courses all your time is outside of the classroom. Designate a work space that will work for you. If possible, communicate with others in the household. - Communicate!
Send an email, text, or attend professors office hours if you have any questions or need assistance with class assignments. Professors want to assist you as best as possible. - Use Your Resources!
Seek out tutoring and student support services. Most services are available online just like you would receive them face-to-face. Check online to access them. - Take Care of Self!
Take care of your mental, emotional, and physical health. Go on a walk, talk to a friend, do arts & crafts, etc. Taking care of your well-being will help you academically.
- Network!
About Us/ HistoryHistory of the Bridge Program
The Bridge Program began as the first learning community at Mt. San Antonio College, originally known as the Student Success Summer Academy. The beginning foundation for this program was initiated in 1997, but first became available to students for the summer term of 1998. The purpose of the program was to help students who just graduated from high school and prepare them for the rest of their journey in higher education. The first class in 1998 consisted of 82 students. These first-time college students experienced obstacles due to socio-economic and academic issues, but were given the support and the tools needed to overcome these challenges through the Student Success Summer Academy. Courses that were offered, were basic skills writing and counseling courses. They also had to participate in a "community" class. The Student Success Summer Academy also offered great support from counselors, peer advisors, tutors, and other staff. The success rate for the summer term of 1998 was 96%.
Today, the Bridge Program celebrates 22 years of success, and continues to assist students transition from high school to college, through the Summer Bridge Program, the English Bridge and Math Bridge learning communities offered in the fall and spring semesters. We serve over 350 students in the summer and over 500 students each semester.
Summer BridgeThe Summer Bridge program will be held June 21-July 29, 2021.
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Fall and Spring Information Session DatesWant to learn more? Attend an Information Session!
February 2, 2:30pm – 3:30pm
https://mtsac-edu.zoom.us/j/96849689425
Meeting ID: 968 4968 9425
February 3, 10:30am-11:30am
https://mtsac-edu.zoom.us/j/98009858115
Meeting ID: 980 0985 8115
February 4, 1:30pm-2:30pm
https://mtsac-edu.zoom.us/j/95889783975
Meeting ID: 958 8978 3975
Bridge JobsPlease note that due to the campus closure, there will be delays to the Bridge hiring process.
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Bridge Program Staff
| Bridge Program Staff | Email Address | ||
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| Anabel Perez | Learning Communities Counselor/Coordinator | aperez@mtsac.edu | |
| Lyssette Trejo | Learning Communities Counselor | ltrejo@mtsac.edu | |
| Jolene Chong | Program Coordinator | jchong13@mtsac.edu | |
| Lynn Matthiesen | Student Services Program Specialist | lmatthiesen@mtsac.edu | |
| Esther Hernandez | Administrative Specialist | ehernandeznunez@mtsac.edu |
Contact Us
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Building 9E, Second Floor
909-610-9375
bridgeprogram@mtsac.edu
www.mtsac.edu/bridge
