The Umoja Advisory Council is a team of transfer student leaders working to shape
programming and create support that serves our community.
Interdisciplinary Studies
Concentration:
Ethnic and Area Studies
"Your fun quote, piece of advice, or vibe statement:
Progress, not perfection.
"What can students expect during your Village hour?
Catching up and keeping each other accountable!
"What are you excited to connect with students about?
Faith, wellness, and working through struggles
"What's your go-to Starbucks order?
Hot Peppermint Tea
MS-HCA
Concentration:
N/A
"Your fun quote, piece of advice, or vibe statement:
Walk like you already made it.
"What can students expect during your Village hour?
Connection and community
"What are you excited to connect with students about?
I’m most excited about getting to know them and them actually coming to the center for village hours.
"What's your go-to Starbucks order?
Caramel macchiato Hot.
Interdisciplinary
Concentration:
Entertainment Media Management
"Your fun quote, piece of advice, or vibe statement:
Your experience matters!
"What can students expect during your Village hour?
Mindfulness. A chance to slow down. A reset and some real talk.
"What are you excited to connect with students about?
Navigating emotions in a healthy way and of course, working out! 99% of your problems could be solved by going to the gym.
"What's your go-to Starbucks order?
Caramel something with an extra shot-or two.
Events & Engagement
Porch Talks
Monthly gatherings (first Tuesday at 3:30pm) at the Dr. Thomas D. Wallace Black Student Success Center where we share experiences, celebrate wins, and build together. The Porch is one of the 18 Umoja practices - creating space for real talk and community connection.
Village
Weekly drop-in study and community time at the Dr. Thomas D. Wallace Black Student Success Center. Council members are available as mentors and sources of support.
Current Schedule
Kwamme – Monday, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Kieron – Tuesday, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Shanell – Tuesday, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Nso – Wednesday, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Eliska – Wednesday, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Coffee Connects
One-on-one conversations with Umoja Advisory Council members. Connect over coffee, share your story, and build community. Email umoja@csub.edu to schedule your coffee conversation!
Umoja Community Foundation Conferences & Symposia
Annual regional and statewide conferences where Umoja students and coordinators gather for workshops, networking, and celebration. Travel and registration covered for participating students.