Students from the College of Alameda Umoja program came together to create a sense of community and camaraderie on campus while enjoying a movie day. The students loved the event and are looking forward to even more exciting occasions in the future. Food, entertainment, and laughing were all in attendance. The event was organized by Umoja Counselor Valarie Carey and attended by students Saji Muanza, Chanceline Zannou, Muhammad, and Kholood B.

The CoA Mobile Outreach team and Umoja program representatives visited Island High School on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, to help students with enrollment applications and provide information about matriculating to the College of Alameda. In addition, team members answered inquiries about financial help and continued to establish connections with members of the community. Umoja Counselor Valarie Carey helped spearhead the event, which was staffed by student workers and college staff.

This article was included in the May 10, 2023 College of Alameda President's Report. To view the full report, click here.