Mission Statement

The purpose of the Diversity Center is to foster a sense of community among students of all races, genders and national origins.

This office helps students develop the skills they need to work effectively within our diverse community. The center also assists diverse student populations in learning how to become familiar with the university environment, as well as monitoring the academic and social adjustment of students. We assist students in developing their skills in building strategies for success by providing information about campus resources, support personnel, coping strategies and cultural heritages.

These goals are accomplished through offering activities, workshops and programs which help students develop an understanding of cultural differences and how to be respectful and receptive to individuals of backgrounds different from their own. In addition, the Diversity Center assesses the needs of students and works to ensure that the university environment is welcoming and inclusive.

Specific Diversity Center responsibilities include:

• Assist diverse populations in making the successful transition from high school to college life.
• Help students understand the cultures and heritage of minority populations.
• Work with all minority student organizations in cooperation with the Student and Community Involvement office staff.
• Assist with the leadership development of students.
• Monitor the retention and graduation rates of students.
• Assess students academic progress and assist them in developing the necessary skills to be academically successful.