Services

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Community & Study Space

NAISSC is a community building space and study area, located in the former Spartan Memorial Chapel. Connect with NAISSC to learn about the various programming and services offered. 

Fall 2026 Community Connection Hours:

GAIN (Gathering of Academic Indigenous and Native Americans) Office Hours:
Dr. Kerri Malloy (Associate Professor & Program Coordinator, Department of Native American and Indigenous Studies): Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm.

Dr. Veneice Guillory-Lacy (Assistant Professor, Department of Counselor Education): Wednesdays 12:00pm-1:00pm (Bi-Weekly - Starting 10/7); Contact veneice.guillory-lacy@sjsu.edu.

Marty Behler (GAIN President, Activity Lecturer, Kinesiology & Soccer Coach): Tuesdays 1:00pm-3:30pm.

Grace Skalinder (Science Librarian, SJSU Library): Thursdays 12-1pm (Bi-Weekly and by appointment: Contact grace.skalinder@sjsu.edu.

NASO (Native American Student Organization) Meetings: 
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 pm - Please reach out to sjsu.naso@gmail.com for more information. 

Indigenous Scholars Sustaining Knowledge (SKO) Mentorship Program

The SKO Mentorship Program is a first-year mentorship program for Frosh students transitioning into San Jose State University from high school. Mentees of the SKO Mentorship Program are paired with a Peer Mentor to receive weekly support and guidance through their first year at SJSU. SKO Mentees receive academic skills workshops, community-building activities, and leadership development opportunities. All mentees looking to participate in the SKO Mentorship Program for the 2025-26 academic year must submit an application. 

  • Meet weekly with a Peer Mentor
  • Meet other Indigenous students, faculty, and staff
  • Engage in leadership development
  • And much more!