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American Indian College Motivation Day
Thursday, November 7, 2024. An Inspiring Event for American Indian Students!
For 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 Council of American Indian Faculty and Staff, American Indian student leaders on campus and the Office of Admissions. This program is open and available to all who are interested to apply and/or participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.
Registration for this event is closed.
Main Schedule
| Time | Event Component | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. | Arrival/Check-In | Balabanis Art Quad |
| 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. | Lumberjack Lounge | Gutswurrack Student Activities Center, First Floor, Room 131 |
| 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Optional: Early Bird Programming - Campus Tour (1) | Balabanis Art Quad |
| 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. | Optional: Early Bird Programming - Campus Tour (2) | Balabanis Art Quad |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. | Morning Presentations | |
| Welcome | Van Duzer Theater | |
Keynote - Dr. Lyla June Johnston Indigenous musician, scholar, and community organizer of Diné (Navajo), Tsétsêhéstâhese (Cheyenne), and European lineages. | ||
Agenda Overview Led by a Cal Poly Humboldt Admissions Staff | ||
| 11:20 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Lunch & College Access and Programming Fair Meet with college representatives, including Cal Poly Humboldt academic departments, and enjoy some food. | Recreation & Wellness Center, 2nd Floor, West Gym |
| 12:35 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Motivation Day Breakout Sessions | |
Seeking Adventure CSU and UC Admissions Requirments This program is recommended for 9th & 10th graders | College Creek, Second Floor, Great Hall (Room 260) | |
Getting Involved Native American Studies This program is recommended for 11th & 12th graders. | Native American Forum, First Floor, Room 162 The Wiyot Plaza | |
Finding Connections Transfer Pathways This program is recommended for students thinking about transferring. | Nelson Hall, First Floor, Goodwin Forum (Room 102) | |
| 1:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Closing Remarks | Van Duzer Theater |
After Event Optional Programming
| Time | Event Component | Location |
| 2:05 p.m. - 2:50 p.m. | Optional: Campus Tour | Balabanis Art Quad |
Drop-In
| Time | Event Component | Location |
| 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Goudi'ni Gallery | Behavioral and Social Sciences, First Floor, Room 104 |
For more information about American Indian College Motivation Day, please contact Sarah Mundi at sgm67@humboldt.edu.