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California State University, Chico

REACH Student Success Center

The REACH Student Success Center (RSSC) supports incoming first-year students, including first-generation populations, as they transition from high school to college. We provide comprehensive support to our students from the moment they step onto campus, and throughout their entire college journey.

  • REACH application for the 26/27 academic year is currently closed.  To express interest in joining REACH, please email our program directly at reach@csuchico.edu.
  • Have questions? Schedule an Appointment with a Student Success Specialist
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Services for Students

Starting college can be challenging, especially without the familiarity of navigating higher education. That's why we offer:

  • Access to a dedicated support network: All first-year students are provided with a peer and faculty mentor, and are enrolled into our college success course (UNIV 150).
  • Personalized guidance: Our professional staff offers personalized advising to guide students in achieving both their academic and personal goals.
  • Tailored workshops and events: Events are focused on building academic skills, financial literacy, and personal growth to ensure our students thrive inside and outside of the classroom.
  • Home away from home: Our Center is designed to provide our students with a place to connect, study, and grow with others who share similar journeys.
  • Campus Connections: Collaboration is at the heart of REACH. Our team works closely with campus partners to connect you with the resources and support you need to succeed.

We are committed to empowering REACHers and ensuring they have the resources and community they need to succeed.

About the REACH Program

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REACH Spring 2026 Events

  • 1/28: Welcome Back: Hot Cocoa Bar & Donuts (9:00–11:00 AM)
  • 2/13: FY Cohort: Cal Skate (5:00–7:00 PM)
  • 2/19: Basic Needs: Off-Campus Housing Tabling (12:00–2:00 PM)
  • 2/19: Basic Needs: Pop-Up Pantry #1 (9:00–10:30 PM)
  • 2/24: REACH & Refuel: Nacho Bar & Board Games (11:00 AM–5:00 PM)
  • 3/4: CSUC Giving Day
  • 3/9: Basic Needs: Pop-Up Pantry #2 (11:00 AM–12:30 PM)
  • 3/9–3/13: Study Jam Week: Midterms
  • 3/23: Basic Needs: Pop-Up Pantry #3 (11:00 AM–12:30 PM)
  • 4/6: Basic Needs: Pop-Up Pantry #4 (11:00 AM–12:30 PM)
  • 4/10: Monkey Face Hike (3:00 PM)
  • 4/14: REACH & Refuel: Popcorn, Doritos & Movie (11:00 AM–5:00 PM)
  • 4/18: FY Cohort Community Service: Park Clean Up (3:30–5:00 PM)
  • 4/21: Basic Needs: Pop-Up Pantry #5 (3:30–5:00 PM)
  • 4/21: CalFresh Drop-In for REACH
  • 5/7: Graduation Celebration (2:00–5:00 PM)
  • 5/8: UNIV 150: REACH Picnic (3:30–5:30 PM)

What REACH Students Have to Say

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Your gift to the REACH Student Success Center helps first-year and first-generation students build confidence, find community, and thrive from day one at Chico State.