Your Village at San Bernardino Valley College
At Umoja-Tumaini Academy, we foster leaders of tomorrow with views of excellence and pride by eliminating any preconceived notions placed on marginalize communities. Through our collaborative efforts, we create a safe, positive atmosphere to welcome all. We happily embrace our students for who they are and celebrate them on their academic journeys regardless of their cultural background, how they identify, through the use of the 18 Umoja practices.
Happening in Umoja-Tumaini
Upcoming Events
**CROSS PROMOTION** CSUSB's Office of Black Student Success & Ethnic Studies Dept presents: 100 Years of Black History Month!
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 11:30am – 1pm PST
6th Annual African American Inland Empire Educators Roundtable
Thursday, February 19, 5pm – Friday, February 20, 2026, 7pm PST
** CROSS PROMOTION** SBCUSD's ETSA Department presents "Natural Hair Day IV": Crowned Since 2019
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11am – 3pm PST
SBVC's Laughing Together: A Black History Month Comedy Night
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 5 – 8pm PST
Benefits of Participating in Umoja-Tumaini
As an Umoja-Tumaini student, you’ll have access to resources and opportunities to help you while at SBVC.
Cohort Classes
Supportive Umoja-Tumaini Counselors
Umoja-Tumaini Study Hall
Student Success Workshops
Tutoring
Special Events
Umoja-Tumaini Academy Requirements
Umoja-Tumaini is open to all SBVC students who meet the following requirements.
Have an interest in learning about African American culture, literature, and experiences.
Set your educational goal
Meet with your Umoja-Tumaini Counselor
Attend a minimum of two Umoja-Tumaini workshops each semester.
Maintain academic progress
Attend Umoja-Tumaini Orientation
Register for Mandatory Courses
Spring Semester: Student Development 103 and History 139
Get Started in Umoja-Tumaini
Ready to join the Umoja-Tumaini community? The first step is to complete our online application on umojacommunity.org!
