California Indian Nations College

06/08/2026

☀️📚 Welcome to Summer Session! 📚☀️

A new season of learning starts today, and we're excited to welcome all of our students (New and Returning) to the first day of summer classes!

Whether you're working toward your goals, exploring a new subject, or getting ahead for the future, this summer is full of opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.

🌟 Set new goals
🌟 Stay motivated
🌟 Connect with classmates
🌟 Make the most of every class

We're glad you're here and can't wait to see what you'll accomplish this session. Wishing everyone a successful, productive, and inspiring summer semester!

📚☀️Let's make it a great summer!
Student Portals are now open☀️📚

Important Information & Contact Info:

☀️Student Success for Academic Support,
Basic Needs, and Mental Health: 760-834-1395
[email protected]
☀️ Library: [email protected]
☀️ Tutoring: Nathan Estrada [email protected] 760-800-8186
☀️ Path Breakers Program: Johnathan Arroyo [email protected]
☀️ Disabled Students Programs and Services: [email protected]
☀️ I.T. Support: [email protected]
☀️ Populi Login: https://cincollege.populiweb.com

For more info go to the STUDENTS tab on CINC website: www.cincollege.org

06/05/2026

For those of you who may have missed it. Here’s the link to yesterday’s livestream of our 2026 Commencement Ceremony

Congrats to all of our graduates 🎓

Please join us in celebrating the class of 2026

06/05/2026

Thank you Desert Sun! 🎓

A beautiful article that covered our 2026 Commencement Ceremony at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa

🎓 Congratulations to all of our graduates 🎓

California's only accredited tribal college celebrated the class of 2026, its largest graduating cohort in Cabazon, Calif. Thursday, June 4, 2026.

06/04/2026

🎓 CINC Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony 🎓

Today, we celebrate more than a milestone. We celebrate perseverance, growth, and the courage it took to keep moving forward.

To our graduates, be proud of how far you've come and confident in where you're headed. The journey ahead will bring new opportunities, challenges, and discoveries. As you take your next steps, continue to dream big, believe in your potential, and show up for yourself with the same determination that brought you here today.

Your families, friends, and communities have been part of your story, and now you have the opportunity to make an impact on theirs. Lead with kindness, pursue your goals with purpose, and never underestimate the difference you can make in the lives of others.

As our graduates turn the page to their next chapter, we invite you to be part of this special moment. Whether you're cheering from near or far, join us in celebrating the accomplishments, dreams, and bright futures of the Class of 2026 by tuning in to our live stream on YouTube. Search and subscribe to California Indian Nations College.

Click this link to join https://youtube.com/live/ipXfwsthc1U?feature=share

Please share your graduation pictures with us by using the hashtag

Congratulations, Class of 2026. Your future is bright, and this is only the beginning. We can't wait to see all that you accomplish. You will forever have a family here at CINC

🎓✨

05/28/2026

✨🪶✨Calling all Tribal youth ages 14–18! ✨🌽✨

Join the Indigi-Licious Youth Food Collective on May 30th for a hands-on cooking experience rooted in Indigenous food traditions. Learn alongside Navajo Chef Justin Pioche, Food Network’s Chopped Champion, and Sous Chef Tia Pioche as you create a Decolonized Navajo Taco and other delicious traditional-inspired dishes. Email CICSC for more information 👨🏽‍🍳👩🏽‍🍳

📅 May 30th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians Government Center
🔥 Spots are limited to 20 youth — pre-registration is required!

Register today:
🔗 surveymonkey.com/r/cicsc-IYC
Questions:
💬 Contact CICSC at: [email protected]

05/27/2026

🔥✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨🔥
California Indian Nations College is proud to announce our 2026 FIRE Gala! Join us for an unforgettable evening dedicated to raising funds to remove barriers and build pathways to higher education for Native students and future generations. 🤎🎓

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
3649 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA 92501
Enjoy an inspiring night featuring:

🎶 Live Performances
🎟️ Raffle & Silent Auction
🍽️ Plated Dinner

We look forward to bringing together community members, supporters, partners, and friends for a powerful evening of culture, connection, and impact. 🔥✨
Mark your calendars now — more details coming soon!

For more information:
📧 [email protected]

05/16/2026

✨ 🪶 🎶 2026 Soboba Fiesta! Going on now! 🎶 🪶 ✨
Bring the family out for a day of culture, community, games, music, and fun at Soboba Sports Complex.

Enjoy:�
✨ Traditional Tribal Dance Performances�
🎶 Bird Singing throughout the day�
💪 Tug-of-War, Grease Pole, Horseshoes & other games�
🍰 Cake Walk�
🌶️ Salsa & Tortilla Contests�
🔥 Peon Games for men, women, boys & girls at dusk

📍 Soboba Sports Complex - 24340 Soboba Rd, San Jacinto, CA 92583�
📅 May 16, 2026 - TODAY�
⏰ 10:00 AM - ?

Celebrate tradition, friendship, and community. All singers welcome, fun for all ages!

05/12/2026

🎓 **Attention CINC Graduates!** 🎓

*Today’s Graduation Session has been moved to Thursday at 4:00 PM*

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to meeting with you then! ✨

05/12/2026

California Indian Nations College was honored to attend the Annual "Honoring Our Mothers and Mother Earth Pow Wow" hosted by California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (CalPoly Pomona).

Thank you to everyone who helped create such a meaningful gathering celebrating culture, community, tradition, and strength of our Indigenous relatives. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn, and honor our mothers and Mother Earth together. 💛🌎

05/12/2026

🌎✨ Morongo Earth Day ✨🌎

Thank you to the Morongo Tribal Administration for having California Indian Nations College at this year’s Earth Day celebration! We were honored to connect with the community, share our mission, and celebrate the importance of caring for our lands, cultures, and future generations together. 🌱

We appreciate everyone who stopped by to learn more about our programs and community initiatives. Events like these remind us of the power of education, stewardship, and collaboration.