Student Alliance of North American Indians (SANAI)

SANAI's current representative is Cristal Gonzalez (crsgonza@ucsc.edu).

Nazareth Velazco previously served from January 2015 to March 2015.

The chair of SANAI is Ivette Torres (ivatorre@ucsc.edu).


SANAI is an organization whose purpose is to increase the awareness of both the University and community environments regarding issues affecting North American Indians. SANAI also provides academic and moral support for Native American students. Major activities over the years have included "Red Rocks," a Spring Music Festival with prominent Native American Bands, Pow-Wows, a Tribal Elders Conference and Native American Graduation Ceremonies. SANAI has a rich history of collaborating with other student organizations.

Non-Native Students and volunteers are welcome and encourages to participate.