Contact
EPIC Learning Community
Shima Center Building, Room 217 (SCMA 327)
5151 Pacific Avenue
Stockton, CA 95207
To enroll in this Learning Community, please contact Nancy Sin at nancy.sin@deltacollege.edu.
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
First launched in spring 2016, the EPIC Learning Community supports college success for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) students, including but not limited to Cambodian, Filipino, Hmong, Laotian, Vietnamese, and Samoan American students. EPIC is open to all students who have an interest in exploring topics related to self-awareness, personal growth, cultural identity, Asian Pacific American History, Political Science, and written and oral communication through the lens of the AAPI experience.
You belong in EPIC!
EPIC helps students build a true sense of belonging at Delta by creating welcoming spaces, shared experiences, and supportive connections that celebrate who you are.
Learning Community Classes
Fall
- Communication Studies 1A, Public Speaking, 3.0 units (DELTA/CSU/UC/UOP)
- English 2A, Reading and Composition, 3.0 units (DELTA/CSU/UC/UOP)
- Counseling 19, Introduction to College and Educational Planning, 1.0 unit (DELTA/CSU/UOP)
- Counseling 20, Transition to University Life, 1.0 unit (DELTA/CSU)
- History 34, Asian Pacific American History, 3.0 units (DELTA/CSU/UC/UOP)
Spring
- English 1B, College Composition and Literature, 3.0 units (DELTA/CSU/UC/UOP)
- Counseling 8, Education and Interpersonal Growth, 3.0 units (DELTA/CSU)
- Political Science 1, American Government, 3.0 units (DELTA/CSU/UC/UOP)
What we offer
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a new student or current student who has not taken the EPIC classes
- Maintain a 2.0 GPA and be in good standing with the college
- Attend an EPIC Orientation Session
- Make a two-semester commitment
- Meet with EPIC counselor and complete a Student Education Plan (SEP)
- Participate in scheduled EPIC activities and EPIC classes
EPIC Special Events
- Aloha Dinner with Delta Asian and Pacific Islander American Staff Association (APIASA) Members
- Student Leadership & Cultural Activities
- University Campus Tours to Sacramento State, San Francisco State, UC Davis, University of the Pacific, UCLA, USC, etc. (past visits)
- Field trips to the State Capitol, Yosemite National Park, Angel Island, Japanese American National Museum, Asian Pacific Americans in Higher Education (APAHE) National Conference (past trips)
- End-of-the-Year Student Recognition Spring Banquet, sponsored by APIASA
State Capitol Tour and meeting with Asian
Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus (APILC), Mar. 22, 2017
Testimonial - Robert Teczon
Robert Teczon was a member of EPIC Cohort 2. Robert defined the volunteer spirit of EPIC with his performances in Filipino folk and indigenous dances at EPIC cultural events on campus and in the community. He graduated from Delta College in 2018 with a Psychology AA-T Degree and afterwards, he transferred to the University of Hawaii, Manoa where he is double-majoring in Psychology and Ethnic Studies. Robert has been admitted this fall to the inaugural class of the Ethnic Studies-Psychology combined BA-MA Degree program.
Testimonial - Candy Ve Buma-at
Candy Ve Buma-at was a member of the inaugural EPIC Cohort 1 and was a founding member of the EPIC Club and served as its first Vice-President. Candy graduated from Delta College in 2017 with a Business Administration AS-T Degree. She transferred to the University of the Pacific and was admitted to the Community Involvement Program which awarded her a full scholarship. Candy graduated Cum Laude in December 2019, with both BS and MA Degrees in Accounting; and upon graduation she was offered a full-time position with a company in Napa, CA.
EPIC Student Scholarship Recipients
2018-19 EPIC Scholars: Image
Angela Nguyen-Bernal |
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Justin Vang | 2019-2020 EPIC Scholars: Image
Jannel De Los Reyes |
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Marijaeh-Leandado |
2020-2021 EPIC Scholars:
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Want to apply for the EPIC Scholarship? Apply for the EPIC scholarship, the APIASA Scholarships, and many others using the Delta Scholarship Application. Deadline is March 2.
Delta Scholarship Application