Read about the MAPS model in Perceptions of a Successful Student by Dr. Sarai Koo
Peer-Reviewed Research Articles
MAPS 4 College publishes research-based work to help spread knowledge in supporting students to succeed in school, college, and life.
College Access Through Youth-Led Afterschool Programming
Helen Chiu, Sarai Koo, George Taylor, Greg Tanaka, 2023
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The Effects of a Holistic College Access Camp on First-Gen Students: A Small Group Program Evaluation Using the Reliable Change Index
Sarai Koo, Helen Chiu, R. T. Busse, 2022
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Amplifying College Access Resources through a Municipal-Nonprofit Partnership
Monica Killen, Sarai Koo, Helen Chiu, Alondra Morales, 2021
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Naming and Un-Naming a Research Study "Participatory"
Sarai Koo & Jessica Nina Lester, 2014
Minority within a Minority Paradox: Asian Experiences in Latino Schools & Communities
Sarai Koo & Trisha S. Nishimura, 2013
Presentations & Publications
MAPS: Perceptions of a successful student, a blog post on Supporting Student SuccessSarai Koo, 2013
Life-long learning: Find the roadmap to educate yourself. National Association of College Admission Counseling, Greater LA NACAC College Fair, Pasadena, CA.
Sarai Koo, 2016
From oppression to agency: Operationalizing the rise of the agental subject in higher education. American Anthropological Association, Denver, CO.
Sarai Koo & Gregory Tanaka, 2015
MAPS College Preparatory Leadership Mentorship Program. American Anthropology Association Conference, Chicago, IL.
Sarai Koo & Helen Chiu, 2013
The 5 capitals for success. Second Annual San Gabriel Valley Youth Summit, Rosemead, CA.
Sarai Koo, 2011
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