Student Stories

The Native American Academic Student Success Center, also known as The Nest, has impacted the lives of many students. We strive to be a welcoming place to support students in all facets of academic and personal success. You can read and watch student's personal stories below.

If you would like to submit a story, please visit https://forms.gle/3ZffZwAP9Hi6hr3d6, and contact Will Sampson (wasampson@ucdavis.edu) with any questions.

Dani Contreras

Dani Contreras, a Student Assistant at the Native American Academic Student Success Center - also known as The Native Nest - shares their path to UC Davis. Read Dani's full feature in Student Affairs' Aggie Voices.

Kaia Yellowhorse

Kaia Yellowhorse found a second home at the Native American Academic Student Success Center - also known as The Native Nest. Watch Kaia's full story.

Jacob Wilson

Jacob Wilson, UC Davis alumnus and Water Rights Coordinator for Pueblo Acoma Tribe, provides insights of what to expect in a graduate program and includes the ins and out of the application process. Watch Jason’s interview on our Professional Development Services page.

Jade Morning Sky Little

Jade Morning Sky Little, a member of the Oglala Lakota Tribe, shares her experiences as an Animal Science and minor in Native American Studies. Watch “A Day in the Life of Jade Morning Sky Little.”