By The Numbers Since 2021
Number of Student Participants
Number of Tribes Represented
Number of Tribal College Graduates
Number of University of Arizona Graduates
Number of University of Arizona Faculty and Staff Mentors
Number of eligible ASJ participants that successfully transfer to a four year university
Number of ASJ Student Speakers at National Conferences
Number of Indigenous Community Partners and Professionals
Number of Tribal College students on track to transfer to the University of Arizona
ASJ Impact Stories
“A Student's Journey was an extraordinary program right from the start. Being exposed to knowledgeable people who taught me what environmental health entails to being on the University of Arizona Campus and taking part in the internship aspect. I have gained knowledge, direction, friendships and understanding of my own journey with the support of A Student Journey. Now I am on my own path of being an elementary teacher. Thank you ASJ staff for everything that you do for the students, it has been a journey to remember.”
“ASJ did not only provide us with things to think about environmentally or prepare us for University life, but it also gave us support that maybe we don't have at home. It gave us a sense of family that maybe some of us don't know what it feels like. In the end for me, ASJ gave me the assurance and confidence that no matter what I face, even before getting to a university, that I can get through those struggles with the new found support, established through participating in ASJ.“
“I am very impressed with the students and their work throughout the summer course. The students create research proposals, conduct laboratory and field research, cultivation of community-based learning, learn project management skills, creation and development of research posters, social media outreach correspondence distributed among respective tribal communities to help promote environmental awareness of issues.”