Highline College -- Umoja Black Scholars Program

Welcome to Highline College -- Umoja Black Scholars Program


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.

Umoja Black Scholars program at Highline College connects students and community members in order 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

Address: 
2400 S 240th St, Des Moines, WA 98198
Contact(s): 
Krystal Welch
Phone: 
206-592-3148
Email: 
umoja@highline.edu
Region: 
Universities and Out of State Schools