Umoja Community ASTEP at Bakersfield College

Umoja Community ASTEP at Bakersfield College African-American Success Through Excellence and Persistence (ASTEP) is a culturally-based program th

This Thursday we’re celebrating the end of the semester, lessons we learned, trips we took, our graduates — everything!!
05/09/2026

This Thursday we’re celebrating the end of the semester, lessons we learned, trips we took, our graduates — everything!!

Dr. Parks and Dr. Jonathan enjoyed sharing what Umoja offers and getting South High seniors enrolled in our Umoja Englis...
05/06/2026

Dr. Parks and Dr. Jonathan enjoyed sharing what Umoja offers and getting South High seniors enrolled in our Umoja English, public speaking, and research courses. Mr. Williams, thank you for welcoming us and offering that warm hand off for your students. 😊We are so glad they are part of our Umoja community! ✊🏼

Join us for the last study jam of the semester Monday, May 4. Let’s kick off finals session so we finish strong! Let’s s...
05/04/2026

Join us for the last study jam of the semester Monday, May 4. Let’s kick off finals session so we finish strong! Let’s study with nourishment and in community!

After the Getty, we stopped at CSUN, where our visit was curated by Bakersfield native Gigi Littlejohn McGuire. Her moth...
04/30/2026

After the Getty, we stopped at CSUN, where our visit was curated by Bakersfield native Gigi Littlejohn McGuire. Her mother was the much-loved BC English department executive assistant. We toured the rec center, associated student union, and wellness center; took pictures by the matador; and learned about CSUN’s academic programs. Our last stop was the , a supportive space for studying, meeting, chilling, and connecting with resources. Executive Director Dr. Ryan Mason gave us a tour of the house and shared info about their programing and services. From the tours, the students we chatted with, and the administrators who time to talk to our students, we felt so welcomed and so embraced. No wonder several of the students are considering transferring there!

Trip to the Getty Museum to see the Black Arts Movement Photographic exhibit. It documented the famous, activists, freed...
04/29/2026

Trip to the Getty Museum to see the Black Arts Movement Photographic exhibit. It documented the famous, activists, freedom fighters, and just regular folks. Art through our lenses. The beautiful gardens and panoramic views just amplified the day’s experience!

We all enjoyed the Bakersfield Women’s Business Conference. Left recharged and reinvigorated and empowered! So good to b...
04/23/2026

We all enjoyed the Bakersfield Women’s Business Conference. Left recharged and reinvigorated and empowered! So good to be in community with each other and make new friends.

Day 2 of Black Student Success Week. Awesome webinar with great speakers on the ROI. How can we create structures that s...
04/22/2026

Day 2 of Black Student Success Week. Awesome webinar with great speakers on the ROI. How can we create structures that support students in earning a living wage after graduating? Thanks to for leading our after party discussion! Thanks to for partnering with us.

Day one of Black Student Success Week was awesome! Need a larger Village space! Looking forward to Day two on Tuesday! J...
04/21/2026

Day one of Black Student Success Week was awesome! Need a larger Village space! Looking forward to Day two on Tuesday! Join the watch party with lunch in Village and stay for the after party discussion!

Black Student Success Week isn’t just 12-1 every day. There are events every evening too! is part of Monday’s webinar. ...
04/20/2026

Black Student Success Week isn’t just 12-1 every day. There are events every evening too! is part of Monday’s webinar. Join the I Can Go To College campaign April 20–23 for The Student Hour, a FREE nightly college webinar series designed to connect students with the tools, resources, and pathways available through California’s 116 community colleges. The Student Hour is open to ALL students, parents, and families.

Also students will have the chance to win a swag bag with a $100 scholarship and the grand prize – a backpack filled with an iPad, smart keyboard, and an Apple Pencil - valued at over $1,000!

REGISTER FOR EACH NIGHT BELOW:
Monday, April 20 | Access Basic Needs / Financial Intelligence
https://streamyard.com/watch/vENGpVqDKgBp
Tuesday, April 21 | Earn a California Community College Bachelor’s Degree / Career Education
https://streamyard.com/watch/XtYfYcYzyXgx
Wednesday, April 22 | Transfer to a Four-Year University
https://streamyard.com/watch/NFcUbycyffCh
Thursday, April 23 | Cash for College Workshop
https://streamyard.com/watch/KG6Qxy5TSR4R
All sessions run 6:00–7:00 PM. Thursday runs until 7:30 PM. Attendees can enter to win scholarships and prizes every night!

Black Student Success week is an annual event across the state. The week highlights examples of successful programs and ...
04/16/2026

Black Student Success week is an annual event across the state. The week highlights examples of successful programs and initiatives. During the week, students will be invited into dialogue with state leaders on such issues, as finances, career, and transfer. Monday and Tuesday 12-2, we will be in Village. The rest of the week will be in the Welcome Center. Please come by and share lunch and ideas.

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