UMOJA Black Scholars - Highline College

UMOJA Black Scholars - Highline College

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Umoja, a Kiswahili word for unity, is a learning community dedicated to the academic success, personal growth, and self-actualizarion for black students.

05/22/2026

We want to celebrate an amazing year with good and fun and positive energy.

Join us for the Cultural Learning Communities End of the Year πŸŽ‰.

Tuesday, June 2, 2026
3PM- 6PM
Building 2

There will be special recognition to all program participants graduating Fall 2025, Winter 2026, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026.

Photos from UMOJA Black Scholars - Highline College's post 05/07/2026

Another brilliant conversation in the Learning Communities this week with .aksterling on the topic of creating a safer campus through navigating rejection πŸŒ±πŸ’‘

05/07/2026

Join us for a discussion about friendships. We’ll unpack what it takes to build and maintain friendships and connections, prevent bullying and uphold respect.

Facilitated by Dr. Daryllyn Harris, Highline College Counseling.

πŸ“… Date: May 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: Building 25 – Umoja Village (25-607)

Photos from UMOJA Black Scholars - Highline College's post 05/01/2026

This is what Brilliant minds, innovative thinking, community building, activism, and actionable solutions looks like. It all starts with telling a storyπŸ‘‚πŸΎβœοΈπŸ““

Workshop Speaker:

04/27/2026

Let’s talk about it! Rejection, respect, and what it really means to show up as your best self.
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Join us for an honest, real conversation centered on emotional growth, healthy masculinity, and creating a safer campus for everyone. Expect interactive moments, real dialogue, and tools you can actually use.
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πŸ—“ Monday, May 4
⏰ 1:30 PM
πŸ“ Umoja Village (25-607)
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This space is for reflection, growth, and community. Pull up!

04/17/2026

Join us for Black Student Success Week as we kick things off with a watch party & lunch! πŸŽ₯🍽️
πŸ“… Monday, April 20th
⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM
πŸ“ The Promise Den (25-608)

Come connect, learn, and be inspired !
See y’all there ;)

03/26/2026

Spring quarter welcome back breakfast with the CLCs. Get your morning started right. Good food, good company, and help with spring quarter classes.

See ya Monday β˜€οΈ

03/17/2026

Sister Circle Winter Quarter Wrap-Up

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