Alliances
Alliances are not clubs,they are affinity groups where students
Social Media: #COCAlliances
Meeting times and contacts are provided below.
How to join?
Resources
Leads
- If the Alliance you are interested in lists meeting ID and times, just "show-up"/ sign-on via zoom at the time.
- Email the contact listed below
- If there is a 'sign-up' button for the Alliance, click on it and provide your information to /receive updates.
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Adult Reentry Alliance Website
Adult Reentry Alliance is dedicated to supporting individuals transitioning from a break in school back into the campus community. We work to reduce barriers, promote coming back into education, and empower students through access to resources, education, employment, and support networks.Email us to get meeting info!
Contact Us: adultreentryalliance@canyons.edu
Mentors: Patricia Garcia, Liz Shaker
For more information about the program or to be invited to upcoming events, please fill out the Student Interest Survey.
Follow Us on Instagram: @coc_ara_
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AAPI Alliance (Asian American and Pacific Islander Alliance) is dedicated to celebrating and supporting the diverse cultures, histories, and voices of AAPI communities. Through advocacy, education, and community-building, we work to promote equity, representation, and solidarity. The AAPI Alliance creates inclusive spaces that honor heritage, foster dialogue, and empower individuals to lead with pride and purpose.
For meeting info please email the mentor for this alliance.
Mentors: Fredrick Bobola
Mentor Contacts:
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Autism Social Alliance is a community committed to fostering inclusion, understanding, and empowerment for autistic individuals. We focus on building supportive social spaces, promoting neurodiversity, and advocating for acceptance and accessibility.The Autism Social Alliance meetings are held on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm at the Sustainability Center Rm. 138 and it is also held via Zoom.Join Zoom MeetingEmail us to get meeting info!
Mentor: Priscilla Benites
Mentor Contact: Priscilla.Benites@canyons.edu
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TBD
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Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is a safe and affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to connect, support one another, and advocate for equity and inclusion. We work to celebrate diverse identities, challenge discrimination, and foster a culture of respect and pride through education, activism, and community-building.
Mentor Contacts: pamela.williams-paez@canyons.edu
Weekly Meetings: Wednesdays @ 2:00pm in Bonelli Hall Rm 24
Follow us on Instagram: @COCGSA
Mission Statement:
The GSA is a dedicated space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies to socialize and network. Our weekly meetings are open to current students, former students, as well as community members. We partake in various LGBTQ+ events throughout the year and continue to partner with QueerSCV.
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Latinx Alliance is a community-driven organization dedicated to empowering Latinx individuals through advocacy, education, and cultural celebration. We work to amplify Latinx voices, foster leadership, and create inclusive spaces that honor our diverse identities and shared heritage.
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday starting February 27th, 2025
Location: Bonelli 24 (Inside the Intercultural Center)
10:00am-11:00am
Email: COCLatinxAlliance@canyons.edu
Mentor Contacts:
Follow us on Instagram: @COCLatinxAlliance
State of Higher Education for LatinX in California -
NAIA Alliance (Native American and Indigenous Alliance) is committed to uplifting Native and Indigenous voices, cultures, and communities. We advocate for representation, cultural preservation, and equity through education, community engagement, and solidarity. Rooted in respect for ancestral knowledge and traditions, the NAIA Alliance creates space for Indigenous identity, resilience, and leadership in all areas of society.
Email: NAIA@canyons.edu
Canvas Shell: https://coc.instructure.com/enroll/JPNWFE
Mentor: Brandon Silva
Mentor Contacts:
Native American Awareness Dialogues
YouTube: https://youtu.be/KQWKlIF7oWM
THE CHEROKEE REMOVAL: A Brief History
Follow us on Instagram: @COCNAIA
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The S.A.F.I.R.E. Alliance was established as a courageous, inclusive space where students and staff from immigrant backgrounds—as well as their allies—can come together to share lived experiences and cultivate a strong network of campus support. This alliance empowers individuals through the principles of grassroots organizing, historical student advocacy, ethnic studies, and holistic mental health and wellness. Crucially, all programming is intentionally grounded in contemporary events, ensuring our work remains responsive, relevant, and impactful in real time.
Weekly Meetings on Wednesdays @ 2:00 pm
Location: Art Gallery, Mentry Hall 108
Follow us on Instagram: @brp_coc
Mentor Contacts:
Melody.Klingenfuss@canyons.edu
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The Trans Alliance provides a safe, welcoming space for students who identify as transgender, nonbinary or questioning their gender identity to connect with one another, learn about campus resources, and discuss issues of importance to the Trans Community.
Weekly Meetings on Wednesdays from 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Bonelli 24 (Intercultural Center) and on Zoom
For Zoom please email Mentor
Follow us on Instagram: @coc_trans_alliance
Mentor Contacts:
INACTIVE FOR SPRING 2025
- STEM Equity Alliance
- Veterans Alliance Organization (VALOR)