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USE YOUR RESOURCES

Most colleges and university campuses take an active role in promoting diversity. In an effort to ensure a welcoming and supportive environment for all students, institutions have established offices, centers, and resources to provide students with educational opportunities, academic guidance, and support networks. Look into the availability of the following resources on your campus, and visit one or more.

Office of Student Affairs Small institutions may group all services into a comprehensive office of student affairs.
Office of Diversity or Multicultural Center An office that provides resources for educating students about diversity or multiculturalism is a good place to find the information you need.
Women’s and Men’s Centers Some institutions provide specialized services to both women and men.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered Student Alliances These student-run organizations provide valuable programming and sources of support for LGBTQ students, their friends, and their families.
Centers for Students with Disabilities Students with either learning or physical disabilities can access special services through these campus offices.
Academic support programs for under-represented groups While academic support programs are generally available for all students, your institution may offer special types of academic support for certain student populations.
Diversity Resources The Diversity Web (diversityweb.org) lists resources related to diversity on campus.
Tolerance.org This Web site, a project of the Southern Poverty Law Center, provides numerous resources for dealing with discrimination and prejudice, both on and off campus.