Multicultural Student Programs
Motivate. Educate. Advocate. Celebrate.
The Multicultural Student Programs (MSP) provides support for students of color on
campus through academic initiatives, cultural enrichment programs, student organizations,
and connecting students to the alumni network. The program is committed to their success,
and every effort will be made to ensure that each student’s academic journey is a
rewarding one.
MORE (Multicultural Organization Reaching Equality) and La Fuerza are our multicultural
student organizations that foster student development through diversity and promoting
cultural differences on campus and in the community as a whole. These organizations
commit to establishing partnerships with other campus organizations with enthusiasm
and takes a proactive role in the development of strong student leadership. The goal
of these organizations is to foster an awareness and appreciation for all cultures
through personal relations and programming. These activities range from BBQs, soul
food lunch, salsa nights, social outings, Friendsgiving dinners, and lectures; these
organizations take pride in promoting and helping create a space not just for Latinos,
African Americans, and Asian Americans, but for anyone who wants to join.
"These organizations have served well in assisting students of color to interact with the entire university community while maintaining their own heritage and cultural values. … Their alumni are individuals who are not just influential in their respective communities but they are also agents of change, who truly make a difference."
Dr. Lewis Shepherd
Vice President for Community & Intercultural Engagement
UPCOMING EVENTS – Fall 2026
| August |
MSP WELCOME EVENT
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| September |
KICK-OFF FOR HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
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| October |
HOMECOMING
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| November |
GOSPEL CHOIR "CHOIR NIGHT" CONCERT
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To stay current on upcoming events and much more, be sure to follow Multicultural Student Programs on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
CONTACT US
Co-Liaisons, Multicultural Student Programs
Advisory Committee:
Dr. Lewis Shepherd, Chair | Dr. Nicole Porchia, Vice-Chair
Dr. Myra Houser | Dr. Jerusa Carvajal | Dr. Jennifer Mitchell | Jakarta Powell | Sierra Douglass | KaNeil Purifoy
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