About Us

“Celebrating our differences…Exploring our commonalities”

Mission

In order to produce positive effects upon student retention and success, the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs offers a myriad of cultural support services, diversity/social justice education initiatives, LGBT programs/services and multicultural programming. These programs, services, and initiatives focus on the development of all students at the University of South Carolina. The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs’ goal is to help create an accepting environment, and to assist in fostering an appreciation for each of our culturally diverse populations.

Vision

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs advocates for a welcoming, accepting and supportive environment for students across multiple dimensions of diversity by implementing intentional programs and cultural services which promote social justice and awareness.

Goals

• Promote awareness, appreciation and respect for culturally diverse populations.
• Facilitate support services that foster multicultural students’ leadership, academic and social development.
• Advocate for equity and inclusion through diversity education and social justice education with participation at all levels of the Carolina community.