The Umoja Scholars Program is an affiliate of the global Umoja Community. Umoja is a Kiswahili word meaning Unity. The Umoja Scholars Program is a supportive learning community and critical resource dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of Black, African American, and other students. We believe that when the voices and histories of students are deliberately and intentionally recognized and honored, the opportunity for self-efficacy emerges and a foundation is formed for academic success. The Umoja Scholars Program at Bellevue College actively supports and promotes student success through ethnocentric curriculum and pedagogy responsive to the legacy of the African and African American Diasporas and experiences of students.
The Umoja Scholars Program at Bellevue College
The Umoja Scholars Program actively promotes student success through culturally-relevant curriculum, student support services, and community engagement:
During the academic year, an Umoja Scholar must meet two or more of the following criteria:
Enroll in or has been enrolled in an Umoja-supported class (FYS, ENG&101, or HD131). *First year students enroll in Umoja FYS and Umoja ENG101.
Access Umoja counseling and academic advising.
Access Umoja-sponsored resources, student services, or academic support services.
Participate in at least two of the following Umoja-sponsored activities: workshops, events, leadership activities, conferences; or HBCU and other college tour.
Apply to Bellevue College.
Apply to Umoja Scholars Program.
Submit FAFSA or WAFSA.
Register for placement testing.
Attend New Student Orientation and New Student Enrollment.
