Porterville College

Welcome to Porterville College


Overview

Umoja (Ooo-moe’-jah), 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.

The Umoja program at Porterville College connects students and community members to share the cultural and educational experiences of African Americans and other students.

Umoja is a community of educators and learners committed to the academic success, personal growth, and self-actualization of African American and other students. The Umoja Community seeks to educate the whole student–body, mind, and spirit. Informed by an ethic of love and its vital power, the Umoja Community will deliberately engage students as full participants in the construction of knowledge and critical thought.

THE UMOJA PROGRAM OFFERS CULTURALLY-INSPIRED: 

  • Academics
  • Advising
  • Counseling
  • Tutoring
  • Financial Aid/Scholarships

For more information, visit our website.

Upcoming Events

Our Location

Contact(s): 
Katherine Figueroa
Email: 
katherine.figueroa@portervillecollege.edu
Region: 
Region 7