Happy New Year, Umoja! 

I hope that your holiday season was safe and refreshing. 

IT'S #GIVINGTUESDAY!

On this Giving Tuesday, as millions of Americans demonstrate their generosity by donating to their favorite nonprofits, we're reaching out to our supporters to thank you for counting the Umoja Community Education Foundation among the causes you care about.

Dear Umoja,  

I hope that your summer has been restful and a replenishing time for you. As we gear up for the upcoming academic year, we have a lot to be hopeful and excited about. I am looking forward to sharing some news happening around Umoja in the coming days.   

Happy Tuesday! This week, DO IT WITH KINDNESS!

Here's the quote of the week: “You can catch more bees with honey." - A Proverb

Did you miss our Executive Director's Friday Update?

• May 7, 2021 Update

WHAT'S UPCOMING:

Dear Umoja Community, 

I hope that you have had a wonderful and productive week. I am incredibly grateful for the connections I have made with many of you through this year’s events and meetings. I have been encouraged by your continued commitment to our students and the innovative approaches you have taken to keep our community engaged.  

SACRAMENTO, CA – A coalition of California higher education leaders are working together to host a California Community College Black Student Success Week, April 26-30, 2021. Black Student Success Week will share research insights and innovative approaches for improving student success among Black and African American students at California’s community colleges.

Happy Friday, Umoja,

Shared with the Umoja Community on Friday, March 26, 2021.

Dear Umoja Community,  

CALL FOR PROPOSALS:

Theme: “Our crown has already been bought and paid for. All we have to do is wear it” ― James Baldwin. 

The Umoja XVI Conference is currently accepting proposals for workshop session presenters.  

Proposal submissions may only be submitted via this link: PROPOSAL SUBMISSION LINK 

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