The student-led Cultural Inclusion Council (CIC) strives to advocate for equity and inclusion on campus and in the surrounding communities. CIC offers promotional and educational events, connections to resources, and encourages open dialogue that allows individuals to better understand one another.
The CIC alliances are open to anyone interested in perpetuating the promotion and support of CMU's inclusion efforts. The CIC alliance offices are located on the second floor of the University Center in the Student Life Office.
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Contact CIC Executives for more information:
CIC Advisor: James Garcia - [email protected]
Executive Director: Isenia Fregoso - [email protected]
Assistant Director: Dakota Illae - [email protected]
Communications Director: Sara Saiyed - [email protected]
These seven different cultural alliances fall under the Cultural Inclusion Council:
The mission of the Asian Student Association is to celebrate and honor diverse Asian cultures and heritage. Our mission contributes in the wider effort to encourage multi-cultural awareness around campus and the community.
Co-Coordinators:
Tori Keever - [email protected]
Kira Smith - [email protected]
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The mission of the Black Student Alliance (BSA) is to educate the campus community on Black culture. The BSA sponsors various events throughout the year to provide cultural educational activities that are fun and experiential. The BSA meets regularly during the fall and spring semesters. BSA also sponsors a culturally significant month during February.
We are currently looking for Co-Coordinators for BSA, if interested please email [email protected] with your resume by September 14th.
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The Genders and Sexualities Alliance at CMU strives to advocate fairness and equality for all students, regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. GSA produces various events throughout the year and meets regularly during the fall and spring semesters. GSA also sponsors a culturally significant month during October.
Co-Coordinator:
Alexis White - [email protected]
We are currently looking for another Co-Coordinator for GSA, if interested please email [email protected] with your resume by September 14th.
The Student Services Office works collaboratively with faculty and staff from across the University to ensure LGBTQ+ Mavericks know their needs will be recognized and addressed thoughtfully and proactively to create a positive environment. Student Services staff and GSA advisors are also available to meet with you and provide appropriate referrals for support as needed on an individual basis. Please don't hesitate to call.
Additional Resources
If you are struggling with your identity, please call the Student Wellness Center for support at 970.644.3740 or meet with our inclusion expert for "Confidential Conversations."
Advisor: Bree Meier - 970.248.1417 - [email protected]