Umoja - a Kiswahili word meaning "unity" - is a student achievement program designed to provide the kind of support that is critical to increasing the academic success, retention, degree completing and transfer rates of African American and other students enrolled at Citrus College.
What does Umoja offer?
Umoja connects students to a variety of resources and activities that encourage and enhance student success. They include:
- referrals to a student and academic support services, such as Counseling and Advisement, the Career/Transfer Center, and Financial Aid and Scholarships
- academic support through study groups, tutoring and Learning Communities
- information about cultural and historical tours of the nation's HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities)
- faculty and staff mentors who support, encourage, and assist students in achieving academic success
- special events and celebrations, featuring motivational speakers that are designed to inspire and motivate
What are the program requirements?
The Umoja Program is open to all Citrus College students who are enrolled in a minimum of six (6) units. Other requirements include:
- meeting with an assigned mentor up to three times per semester
- attending one hour of tutoring per week, 16 hours per semester
- consulting a counselor or educational adviser to develop a student educational plan at least once each semester
- attending a minimum of three Umoja events each semester
How do I join the program?
1. Fill out an Umoja Information Card from the Counseling and Advisement Center.
2. Attend the Umoja orientation, held at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters.
3. Sign the contract received in the Umoja Information Packet.
4. Meet with a counselor or educational adviser to discuss and develop a student educational plan (SEP).
Who do I contact for more information?
You may contact James Rose - jrose@citruscollege.edu - in the Counseling and Advisement Center, (626) 914-8530, or you may choose to fill out the online Umoja Information Request Form.