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CAP FORUM 2025

On May 14–15, 2025, UC outreach and admissions professionals will gather for the 2025 College Access and Preparation Forum (CAP). The program opens with an optional preconference on May 13, followed by two days of sessions designed to inform and engage UC professionals serving in outreach, student academic preparation and educational partnership programs.

The theme for this year’s convening, "Lighting the Path: Bridging Dreams and Turning Hope into Action," focuses on inspiring and empowering attendees as they work to advance opportunities for K–16 students. Through strategic leadership, mentorship and holistic engagement, sessions will focus on tangible and impactful actions that help turn aspirations into reality, ensuring that students have the tools and resources they need for academic and personal growth in preparation for UC and beyond.

The Dr. Winston Doby Impact Award

Dr. Winston C. Doby Each year at the CAP Forum, The Dr. Winston Doby Impact Award is given to two exceptional UC professionals in recognition of their individual commitment to improving educational opportunities for California students. Learn more about the award.

OEP Contact

Please contact Outreach and Educational Partnerships at oep@ucop.edu for any questions or concerns.