Los Angeles City College

Welcome to Los Angeles City College

 

Umoja (a Kiswahili word meaning unity) is a learning community dedicated to the academic success, personal growth, and self-actualization of African-American and other students.

What Are The Benefits?

Complete the UMOJA Application

• Supportive Environment
• Counseling
• Tutoring
• Cultural Workshops and Events
• Leadership Development
• Academic Workshops
• Faculty and Staff Mentoring
• Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) Tours

Program Requirements

• Complete Umoja Application
• Attend Umoja Orientation, Sign up here 
• Meet with Counselor to develop an educational plan

Download the Umoja Program Flyer

If you have any questions, please contact the Umoja Coordinator, Andrea Eke at ekea@lacitycollege.edu or Dr. Blaine Simmons, Umoja Counselor at simmonbk@lacitycollege.edu

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