Umoja Student

Transcript

Let’s hear from Jamichael. Jamichael is gonna tell us why you matter here at Los Angeles City College. Jamichael is a non-traditional student majoring in marketing, and he’s also an Umoja program participant. Jamichael, we can’t wait to hear more about how you’re involved at LACC.

– Thanks, Alex. Hey guys, I’m J and I am the BMOC, AKA the big man on campus. I know there are lots of colleges and universities out there for you guys to choose from, but let me tell you why you matter here. Here at LACC Los Angeles City College, we’re so proud to be Cubs due to the ongoing student support and campus culture. Whether you’re fresh outta high school, decades outta high school or somewhere in between, we have a space for you here. Personally, I consider myself a non-traditional student. I was returning after a years long break and pandemic brain, so I really wasn’t sure what to expect going back to school, especially as an older student. Once I arrived here, I was immediately surrounded with just the help I needed to win. One of my favorite things here on campus is you’ll find people from all walks of life being represented, which leaves very little room to ever feel out of place or left out. I chose to participate in the Umoja program and honestly, it was love at first sight. The program is designed to unite and empower students who may feel an educational disadvantage. We’ve got you covered. Here, you can team up with our amazing coordinators and gain access to a network of other students just like you. Not to brag or anything, but the Umoja program has the best perks, textbook assistance, transfer assistance, course planning, tutoring, snacks, special study halls, more snacks, as well as the occasional field trip. Need I say more? Field trips! To keep the spirits high here on campus, there are many events scattered throughout the semesters, movie nights, college fairs, career fairs, as well as just time to hang out and converse with each other. What are you waiting for? You matter here. Throwing it back to you, Alex.

– Thank you Jamichael for highlighting the vibrant campus life at LACC and showing us why LACC is the place to be. Everyone here is so happy to have you on campus and is glad you chose LACC as you transition back to school. All the best, my friend.