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American Indian College Motivation Day
Thursday, November 6, 2025
An Inspiring Event for American Indian Students!
For over 50 years, Cal Poly Humboldt has hosted American Indian College Motivation Day (AICMD).
This event, which is held on the first Thursday in November, focuses on preparing high school students for what to look for and expect in college, creating a sense of belonging and cultural relevancy, and connecting students to their support team at Humboldt.
AICMD is organized in partnership by the Office of Admissions, Indian Tribal & Educational Personnel Program (ITEPP), Indian Natural Resource Science & Engineering Program (INRSEP), and the Office of the President.
This program is open and available to all who are interested in applying and/or participating, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.
Schedule
| Timeframe | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Early Bird Programming | Balabanis Art Quad |
| 9:30 a.m. - 10:05 a.m. | Welcome & Orientation | Van Duzer Theatre |
| 10:20 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. | Session A | Locations Vary |
| 11:05 a.m. - 11:35 a.m. | Session B | Locations Vary |
| 11:35 a.m. - 12:35 p.m | Lunch & College Fair | Recreation & Wellness Center, 2nd Floor, West Gym |
| 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Keynote Speaker | Van Duzer Theatre |
| 1:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. | Session C | Locations Vary |
| 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Bookstore Visit and Other Opportunities | Locations Vary |
| 3:00 p.m. | Event Ends | |
For more information about American Indian College Motivation Day, please contact Sarah Mundi at sgm67@humboldt.edu.
About the T-shirt Artwork
Rick Bartow (1946 - 2016) Baduwa’t Wiyot, is considered one of the most important leaders in contemporary Native American Art. Best known for his large, expressive pastel and graphite drawings, Bartow was also a prolific painter, mixed media sculptor, printmaker, and cultural advocate. Bartow’s artwork has been shown in galleries around the globe. Rick Bartow Trust https://www.rickbartow.org/about
Rick Bartow, Salmon Chant, 1995, pastel and graphite on paper, 40" x 26", Hallie Ford Museum of Art, Willamette University, Elmer Edwin Young Purchase Fund, YNGAF95.01