The Latinxs and the Environment program for UCR undergraduate students is in joint guidance and support with MSRIP, one of many summer programs offered by the Office of Academic Preparation, Recruitment & Outreach (APRO) in the UCR Graduate Division. APRO is dedicated to serving the diverse population of the state of California by helping students achieve their goal of a post-graduate education. Along with MSRIP, the Latinxs and the Environment students participate in an eight-week summer research program run by APRO which provides mentorship and preparation for applying to graduate school through a variety of workshops.