NATIVE STUDENT PROGRAMS
PREPARING FUTURE LEADERS IN NATIVE COMMUNITIES
The University of Redlands main campus is situated on the homelands of the Serrano and Cahuilla peoples
We recognize the historical and continued connection of these communities to the land which we occupy. The University of Redlands is committed to working with these communities to support and educate the next generation of Native Nation builders.
Thanks to the generous partnership with the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, the University of Redlands offers a supportive environment where Native students thrive through personalized academic programs, leadership opportunities, and career exploration.
We hope you will consider the University of Redlands and join a community where you belong.
VIBRANT NATIVE COMMUNITY
Native Student Programs hosts many events on campus, including pow wows, bird gatherings, cultural activities, community organizing, and more.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NATIVE COMMUNITIES
University of Redlands is located within driving distance of 23 Tribal Nations
CALIFORNIA HAS THE LARGEST NATIVE AMERICAN POPULATION and largest number of tribes in the U.S.
Outside of Hawaii, California also has the LARGEST NATIVE HAWAIIAN POPULATION in the U.S.
Acja chemen Nation of Juaneño Indians — 67.7 miles
Acjachemen Nation of Juaneño Indians — 67.7 m ile s
Agua Ca liente Band of C ahuilla Indians — 49.3 m ile s
Ag ua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians — 49.3 miles
Augu st in e Band of C ahuilla Indians — 70.2 m ile s
Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians — 70.2 miles
Cabazon Band of Mi ss ion Indians — 67.5 m ile s
Cabazo n Band of Mission Indians — 67.5 miles
Cahuilla Band of Indians — 49.3 miles
C ahuilla Band of Indians — 49.3 m ile s
Tongva (G abrielin o) — 77.5 miles
Tongva (Gabrielino) — 77.5 m ile s
Iipay Nation of Sant a Ys abel — 85.7 miles
Iipay Nation of Sa nt a Ys abel — 85.7 m ile s
Inaja Cosmit Band of Mission Indians — 8 4.9 miles
Inaj a Cosmit Band of Mi ss ion Indians — 84 .9 m ile s
La Joll a Band of Luiseño Indians — 88.2 m ile s
La Joll a Band of Luiseñ o Indians — 88.2 miles
Lo s Coyote s Band of C ahuilla & Cupeño Indians — 73.1 m ile s
Los Coyo tes Band of Cahuilla & Cupeñ o Indians — 73.1 miles
Me sa Grande Band of Mi ss ion Indians — 96.4 m ile s
Mesa Grande Band of Mission Indians — 96.4 miles
Mo rong o Band of Mi ss ion Indian s — 26.1 m ile s
Morongo Band of Mission Indians — 26.1 miles
Pal a Band of Mi ss ion Indians — 73.1 m ile s
Pala Band of Mission Indians — 73.1 miles
Pauma Band of Luiseñ o Mission Indians — 78.8 miles
Pauma Band of Luiseño Mi ss ion Indians — 78.8 m ile s
Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians — 55 m ile s
Pe chang a Band of Luiseñ o Indians — 55 miles
Ramona Band of C ahuilla Indians — 65 m ile s
Ramon a Band of Cahuilla Indians — 65 miles
Rincon Band of Luiseñ o Indians — 83 miles
Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians — 83 m ile s
Sa n P asqua l Band of Mi ss ion Indians — 87.3 m ile s
Sa n Manuel Band of Mission Indians — 14 .7 miles
Sant a Ro sa Band of C ahuilla Indians — 64 .3 m ile s
Sa n Pasqual Band of Mission Indians — 87.3 miles
Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians — 27 m ile s
Sant a Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians — 6 4.3 miles
Torres -Mar tinez Band of Dese rt Cahuill a Indian s — 81 .7 m ile s
Soboba Band of Luiseñ o Indians — 27 miles
Twen ty-Nine Palm s Band of Mi ss ion Indians — 67 m ile s
Torres -M ar tinez Band of Desert Cahuilla Indians — 81.7 miles
Yuhaavia ta m of Sa n Manuel Nation — 14 .7 m ile s
Twenty-N ine Palm s Band of Mission Indians — 67 miles
SUPPORT AND BELONGING
Native Student Programs is housed in the Čañaam Center. Čañaam is the Serrano word for “our relations” or “kinship”. Guided by the philosophy of being a good relative, the Čañaam Center fosters respect, responsibility, and connection—encouraging all to build meaningful relationships with each other, Native communities, and the lands that connect us.
Here you will find support from your peers and empowerment to make an impact in your time here at Redlands and far beyond. At NSP we:
→ Host events on campus that highlight Native community leaders, cultures, and achievements
→ Advise the NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENT UNION (NASU) and POLYNESIAN VOYAGERS OF REDLANDS (PVR), two student organizations that promote cultural awareness, community, and student advocacy
→ Assist Native first-year and transfer applicants in the admissions and financial aid processes
→ Work with Office of Admissions on outreach efforts, including campus tours and Native community visits
→ Support Native students throughout their journey at the University of Redlands
→ Assist Native students in finding opportunities to enhance their education through partnership with Native communities and organizations
90% of students receive financial aid in the form of scholarships and/or grants each year MORE THAN
OFFICE OF INCLUSION & COMMUNITY offers support to Native students, such as the Book Lending Program and Summer Bridge Program for first-generation college students
Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian students are eligible to apply for this competitive scholarship, which seeks to support the educational journey of future leaders in Native communities. For more information, contact 909-748-8878 or NATIVESTUDENTPROGRAMS@REDLANDS.EDU
BECOME PART OF A TIGHT KNIT
Dedicated to the students it serves, Native Student academic goals, and become leaders that create
“Native Student Programs has been such an amazing resource for me and many other students on campus. With the love and support from staff, I felt at home right away. Now, as president of the Native American Student Union, I hope to aid in building that sense of community for other Native students. At the University of Redlands I have had the opportunity to study my Native language through Native American Studies, which further prepares me to make a positive impact in my community”
JASMINE STEVENS ‘25
Tohono O’odham Nation
Double major in Liberal Studies and Studio Art Recipient of the Yuhaaviatam Excellence in Leadership Scholarship
“Being at the University of Redlands allows me to form new connections with people everywhere. With the university being a small and tight-knit community, a multitude of opportunities are presented to me such as one-on-one learning, flexible classes, and much more. With NSP, I can connect with my culture and heritage alongside meeting individuals from different places. Because of this, I can give back to my native community while also being educated about where I came from.”
KOELENAMATI KAPUA ’28
Native Hawaiian
Business Administration major Recipient of the Yuhaaviatam Excellence in Leadership Scholarship
KNIT COMMUNITY
Student Programs (NSP) strives to help students achieve their
create meaningful change in their Native communities.
“I am deeply grateful to be part of Native Student Programs. Through this experience, I’ve had the privilege of connecting with many other Natives from diverse communities and building meaningful relationships with both fellow students and the dedicated staff. I know I can always rely on their support!”
ANTHONY CONTRERAS ’27
Los Coyotes Band of Cahuilla & Cupeño Indians
Health Medicine and Society major Recipient of the Yuhaaviatam Excellence in Leadership Scholarship
I always felt safe at the Native Student Program’s Office. Our wonderful staff was there for me and heard about my trial and errors with making friends on campus. It wasn’t until I met another scholar on the same scholarship that I found a real place at the University of Redlands. We became a bigger role in Native Student Union where we made a family away from home. Now most of us dorm together and it would not have happened if it wasn’t for NSP or our scholarship. I am proud to be a Bulldog!
TISHMAL HERRERA ’25
La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians
Financial Economics major Recipient of the Yuhaaviatam Excellence in Leadership Scholarship
