Native American and Pacific Islander Resources
The Native American Resource and Pacific Islander Resource Room, located in the Cross Cultural Center (J-8) on our Rocklin Campus, offers a variety of programs, services and resources to support and create a community for students who identify as Native American.
In an effort to build camaraderie and promote your student success at Sierra College and beyond, we can help you get connected through academic enrichment, mentorship, clubs, activities, financial aid and much more.
Wonoti Program
The Wonoti Program at Sierra College is open to all students and is specifically designed to increase the retention and success rates of Native American and Pacific Islander/Polynesian students.
Wonoti (a Southern Maidu word meaning “to cause to grow”) is a community dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences and opportunities of Native American and Pacific Islander/Polynesian students.
The Wonoti Program is informed by an indigenous worldview that seeks to emphasize tribal/village values and ethics. Wonoti was designed to educate the students in the program holistically (mentally, physically, and spiritually) while also educating the campus community about the aboriginal peoples of this land.
Benefits
- Strong support system and personal attention by counselors and instructors
- Peer mentor tutoring
- Cultural workshops and community/campus field trips
- Mentorship with Tribal Liaison and other faculty/staff and community members
How to Apply
Fill out the Wonoti Program Interest Form.
To learn more, email the Wonoti Program at wonoti@sierracollege.edu.
Where to Meet Your Peers
Native American and Pacific Islander Club (NAPI)
Our club promotes and advocates greater awareness and presence of Native Americans and Pacific Islanders at Sierra College. We meet weekly each semester with the goal of exposing members to cultural, educational and social opportunities. We hold the Annual Sierra College Big Time and Indigenous Peoples’ Days Events, participate in community activities, attend conferences and offer educational presentations. Additionally, we invite artists, activists and scholars from the Native American community to speak at our campus.
Student Clubs
Student clubs are great opportunities to develop interests and socialize. A few clubs at Rocklin and Nevada County campuses include:
- Environmentally Concerned Organization of Students
- Political Science Club
- Writers & Editors Association Club
- Art Club
- And lots more!
Student Engagement Centers
The Student Engagement Centers (SECs) offer intersectional programs and services that include but are not limited to cross cultural, LGBTQ+, and gender identities with historically marginalized, underserved, and underrepresented student-scholars. The SECs, which serve as brave spaces across our campuses and surrounding communities, provide student employment, leadership opportunities, and co-curricular programming that advance equity and inclusion of all student-scholars.
Find CommUnity at Sierra College
CommUnity provides intentional focus on the success of Black and African American, Latinx, Native American, Pacific Islander, LGBTQIA+, and Asian American Students. The foundation of our mission is building community and fostering relationships with you. We are committed to honoring you where you are and providing timely support for you to accomplish your academic, career, and personal goals.
Make an Appointment with a CommUnity Counselor
To make an appointment, log on to Sierra Connect via mySierra and click on the CommUnity tile. The tile will highlight our CommUnity Counselors who are here to support you.
CommUnity Counseling Hours
- The Village (Room J-8): Wednesdays, 11am –12pm
- Unidos (Room J-8): Tuesdays, 11:30am–12:30pm
- Wonoti (Room J-8): Wednesdays, 1pm–2pm
- Pride (Room LR-434): Tuesdays, 1:15pm–2:15pm
Meet Your Support Team
Commitment to Community
Native American-Focused Classes
Consider registering for one or more of these class offerings at Sierra College to learn more about your Native American roots, including the people, history tribal nations, languages, and cultural, artistic and social practices.
| Department | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Anthropology | ANTH 4 | Native Peoples of North America |
| Anthropology | ANTH 7 | Native Peoples of California |
| History | HIST 25 | Native American History |
| Ethnic Studies | ETHN 53 | Introduction to Native American Studies |
| Ethnic Studies | ETHN 11 | Introduction to Ethnic Studies |
| Ethnic Studies | ETHN 45 | Federal Indian Law and Policy |
| Ethnic Studies | ETHN 50 | Ethnic Images in Film |
Community Resources
Health Services, Advocacy and Prevention
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Workforce Development
Land Acknowledgements
Rocklin Campus
Tahoe-Truckee Campus
Indigenous People’s Day 2017 Photos
