Academic Counseling
Academic counseling is a cornerstone of the Umoja Community program, providing students
with personalized guidance, mentorship, and support throughout their Mt. SAC journey.
Umoja’s dedicated counselor works closely with students to develop educational plans,
explore majors and career pathways, navigate transfer requirements, and connect students
with valuable campus resources and opportunities that support their academic and personal
success.
Within Umoja, counseling goes beyond course selection. Students receive culturally
responsive support from a trusted mentor who understands the unique experiences, challenges,
and strengths of the communities Umoja serves. Whether discussing transfer goals,
financial aid and scholarships, academic progress, or life challenges, Umoja counseling
creates a supportive environment where students are empowered to thrive, build confidence,
and successfully navigate higher education.
Schedule an Appointment
To schedule an appointment to meet with the Umoja Counselor,
please call or visit the Center for Black Culture & Student Success (CBCSS) at:
(909) 274-6396 or Building 6 Room 140.
Online scheduling is currently unavailable.
Types of Counseling Sessions
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- 45-minute Counseling Appointment
These appointments are designed for in-depth planning and more complex needs. Schedule a 45-minute appointment if you need:
- Semester or long-term academic planning
- Creation or updates to your Comprehensive Education Plan
- Support with SAP appeals
- Support with academic renewal
- Transcript evaluation (including transfer coursework)
- Detailed graduation or transfer planning
These appointments allow time for thoughtful discussion and personalized
planning.
- 15-minute Drop-In Meeting
Drop-ins are brief, same-day meetings for quick questions or simple tasks. Use a 15-minute drop-in meeting
if you need:
- Help with a quick question
- Assistance completing a simple form
- Help registering for a class
- Information about account holds
- Clarification on a specific issue
Drop-in meetings are not intended for comprehensive education planning or
complex academic matters.
Umoja Community
Center for Black Culture & Student Success
Building 6 - Room 140
(909) 274-6396
