First Peoples Native Center
Through the efforts of Native students, faculty, and administrators, the First Peoples
Native Center (FPNC) was created in order to raise awareness of the contributions
and continued presence of Native American and Indigenous peoples of the region. The
FPNC works to serve our diverse Native and Indigenous student populations by preparing
them to become lifelong learners, providing access to support services to increase
retention and successful transition rates, creating traditional and culturally relevant
programming, and guide students to career paths that will enable them to enrich their
lives and the lives of their communities.
Upcoming Events:
COMING SOON!
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For additional events in November, please visit our Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month 2024 website |
Click on the link below if you are interested in staying connected and keeping involved with the First Peoples Native Center community.
Would you like to donate to the First Peoples Native Center? Visit our Foundation website to learn about financial opportunities and donate to our First Peoples Native Center scholarship or donate to our Center.
The Native American Student Support & Success Program (NASSSP) Grant is a state funded grant program under the California Community College Chancellor’s Office.
Meet Our Team
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Thomas Cortez
Counselor -
Graciela Bataz
Graduate Assistant
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Michelle Whipple
Cultural Bearer
Faculty Supporters
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Dr. Frances Borella
Professor - Anthropology -
Nicholas Navarro
Professor - English as a Second Language (ESL) -
Dr. Raul Chavez
Professor - History
M-Th 8:30A.M. - 5:00P.M., Fri 8:30 A.M. - 4:30P.M.
Building 16E
(909) 274-4378
fpnc@mtsac.edu
www.mtsac.edu/fpnc