The purpose of the Regional Symposia is to bring together Umoja program faculty, staff, and students to learn from each other “in community.” Symposia are a one-day INDABA (a deep discussion) focusing on topics designed to strengthen Umoja programs and share culturally responsive strategies with community college practitioners. The symposia are held once a year in both Northern and Southern California. The Symposia provides current Umoja practitioners an opportunity to network and explore strategies to strengthen their programs. Students also gather and have a chance to share their perspectives on how Umoja educators can best serve them.
This year our Regional Symposium is focused on community building. The Umoja practice of being in community transcends our courses and services and reaches into the “I am, because you are." Thus, our symposium theme is “If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
Email general questions to info@umojacommunity.org.