Adrian graduated with honors from Humboldt State University in 2018, completing a degree in Kinesiology with emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy and minors in Psychology and Native American Studies. He was active in numerous clubs and activities across campus, acted as an Activities Student Assistant and even served as a mentor. Adrian’s involvement in ITEPP provided him with a home away from home and created important lifetime relationships.
The Adrian Joseph Romo Memorial Scholarship was established in 2020 to honor the life of Adrian Romo. Adrian was deeply connected to ITEPP and is remembered by his peers as a humble and caring leader in that space and across campus. Funds support current ITEPP students at Cal Poly Humboldt who share this connection and are actively involved in the community.
His family hopes to extend Adrian’s deep, life-long desire to help others and support his community through this scholarship, thereby assisting students in successfully completing their degree while they actively participate in ITEPP.
Eligibility:
- A current Cal Poly Humboldt undergraduate or graduate student, who will be attending the coming year as well.
- Must be a Native Indigenous student enrolled in ITEPP/ Native American Center for Academic Excellence for a minimum of one year
- Must display qualities of leadership and significant involvement with building and supporting the ITEPP student community
- Demonstrate financial need
Students chosen for support will receive at least $500 in financial support.
The application is available in January with a due date of March 31 annually.
How to Apply:
To apply, please download the PDF application.
Completed applications can be submitted via email at nativecultures@hafoundation.org or sent via postal mail to Native Cultures Fund, postmarked by the due date to:
Native Cultures Fund
363 Indianola Rd
Bayside, CA 95524
Please contact the NCF Team at any time, should you have any questions or need assistance applying. Email nativecultures@hafoundation.org or call us at 707.267.9906.
If you would like to contribute to this fund and future ITEPP students, get in touch with our Donor Relations team or donate online.