Pre-Credential Programs and Opportunities

National Science Teacher Association Student Chapter

The NSTA Student Chapter is a club at California State University, Fullerton for future teachers of science grades K-16.

• NSTA Student Chapter Information 

Promoting Resources in Informal Science Education (PRISE) Internship

PRISE is a program that offers a Paid Summer Internship to future mathematics and science teachers. As PRISE Interns, students have the opportunity to work hands-on with partnering organizations to develop and implement a science education project.

• PRISE Internship Information

Future Math/Science Teachers of Color Cohort Program (FSToC)

Future STEM Teachers of Color is open to all CSUF students interested in supporting Black, Indigenous, Latina/o/x, Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, African, or mixed-heritage undergraduate students in obtaining a math or science teaching credential and becoming teachers for social change. The program does not consider race, color, national origin, sex, or any other protected status in order to participate in program activities. All students - regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status - who are interested in participating in the mission of Future STEM Teachers of Color are welcome. Sign up to be part of a cohort to receive mentoring from two faculty of color and build community as a way to support your journey toward becoming an educator.

Project AMIELA

Project AMIELA aims to promote a multilingual campus where Spanish and other world languages are heard, spoken, and learned through different subjects. Join the movement in using Spanish to create inclusive teaching and learning spaces where all the participants - students and teachers - learn and grow together. With Project AMIELA, help enrich communities for generations to come.

• Project AMIELA Information