Multicultural and Diversity Programs and Services

The Office of Intercultural Services and Diversity exists to serve the entire campus community, with the goal of continuously fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We take very seriously our charge to not only expand campus diversity, but to sustain an environment in which all feel welcome and valued; regardless of race, age, class, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities or qualities and ethnicity.

The Office of Intercultural Services and Diversity is in the process of expanding the services we provide with the addition of some exciting new programs during the 2009 academic year. Check back for more information in the near future. In the meantime, some of the current services and programming provided to students, faculty and staff througout the academic year include:

• Advocacy services for students from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to students of color and gay and lesbian students.
• Workshops and training on Intercultural issues and inclusivity
• Annual training on diversity and intercultural issues for new and returning students.
• Training opportunities on diversity and intercultural issues for student advisors, residential advisors and other student leadership.
• Classroom presentations on topics related to diversity (by faculty request)
• Organizing campus panel discussions on intercultural issues and topics.
• Collaboration with Human Resources to ensure diverse hiring practices and support for diverse faculty.