Multicultural Affairs

Welcome!

Multicultural Affairs serves as an information resource on the role and value of diversity in education for WMU, and for the greater Kalamazoo communities. Multicultural Affairs focuses on:

Events and programs that promote cultural awareness
Support for student organizations
Networking opportunities
Mentor and peer mentor programs
Academic tutor referrals
Academic progress monitoring
Employment and internships
Scholarship information

Multicultural Affairs strives to ensure that all students are given the full opportunity to discover and develop their talents, interests, and unique potential, and to provide a learning-centered environment that presents the context for intellectual, cultural, professional, and personal growth during the college experience. Through programs, services, and initiatives that address cross-cultural competency and personal empowerment, Multicultural Affairs fosters community development, leadership, and a campus climate that respects and appreciates the history, culture, and traditions of all students.

Mission

To support the University's efforts in the attraction, persistence, and graduation of diverse students through programs and services that will enable them to contribute to the advancement of our campus community and the multicultural world.