Cultural & Identity Resources

IDEAA's Cultural & Identity Resource Guides connect students to campus programs, support services, and community organizations that celebrate and empower diverse cultural, ethnic, and identity groups.

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Resource Guides

These guides showcases the various academic, social, campus, and community resources available at Monterey Peninsula College. They are designed for students, employees, and community members alike to connect with opportunities, support services, and cultural resources. Explore, get involved, and create meaningful experiences as you take advantage of all that MPC and the surrounding community have to offer!
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African American / Black Resources

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Native American Resources

African American / Black Resources

  • Black Student Union
  • A²MEND
MPC's African American Male Education Network Development (A²MEND) Charter aims to create an affirming environment for men of color, enhancing academic success and cultivating culturally competent student leaders. A²MEND offers support, guidance, professional development, and networking opportunities through educational, cultural, social, and intellectual programs.
 
  • Umoja
Umoja, the Swahili word for "unity," serves as a bridge, fostering collaboration and support for African American and historically underrepresented students. Designed to elevate retention, success, graduation, and transfer rates, Umoja empowers you on your education journey. The Umoja program actively serves and promotes student success for all students through a curriculum and pedagogy responsive to the legacy of the African and African American Diasporas.
 
  • ETNC 5 African-American Arts and Music
  • ETNC 10 Introduction to Ethnic Studies
  • ETNC/HIST 24 African Americans in U.S. History to 1877
  • ETNC/HIST 25 African Americans in U.S. History 1865 to Present

500 Broadway Ave, Seaside CA, 93955

1137 Broadway Ave, Seaside, CA 93955

  • Seaside Beauty Salon

785 Broadway Ave., Seaside, CA 93955

(831) 889-3736

1534 Del Monte Ave., Seaside, CA 93955

630 Obama Way, Seaside, CA 93955

  • Solyana Beauty Supply (Northridge Mall)

796 N Main St Suite 1252, Salinas, CA 93906

(831) 394-8773

P.O. Box 782, Seaside, CA. 93955

E-mail: mcbnaacp1049@att.net

1069 Broadway Avenue, Suite 201, Seaside, CA 93955

Native American Resources

ETHN 20 Introduction to Native American Studies

Numerous financial aid and scholarship resources are available for Native American students. Explore each of these websites for more information and additional scholarship links.

The CCUIH supports health promotion and access for American Indians living in cities throughout California. Established in 2006, CCUIH is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) statewide alliance of Urban Indian health organizations and substance abuse treatment facilities collectively referred to as UIHOs. By blending the leadership and experience of our consortium members with shared resource development, and by combining applied research with educational and policy advocacy efforts, CCUIH offers innovative strategies to support the health and wellness needs of the Urban Indian community in California. CCUIH’s mission is to facilitate shared development resources for our members and to raise public awareness in order to support a health and wellness network that meets the needs of American Indians living in urban communities. CCUIH envisions a future in which all American Indians living in urban areas gain access to quality, sustainable, and self-determined health and wellness services. We are building a legacy of healthy American Indian communities for generations to come.

Contact: (415) 345-1205

CRLA is a nonprofit legal service program created to help California's low-income individuals and communities. We represent all types of individuals and communities. We have offices from the Mexican border to Northern California.

Salinas Office: (831) 757-5221, Watsonville Office: (831) 724-2253

The Inter-Tribal Council of California, Inc. (ITCC) is a statewide association of over 35 federally recognized tribes and Tribal organizations. This non-profit 501(c)3 organization was formed in 1968 to enhance the education, health, economic, cultural, and social status of all Native Americans in California. ITCC advocates and implements policies, programs and projects to strengthen sovereignty and improve the health and well-being of tribal communities.

Address:
3425 Arden Way, Sacramento, CA 95825

Contact: (916) 973-9581, intertribal.ca@itccinc.org