"From Different Worlds...Here Together"
In order to produce positive effects upon multicultural student retention and success, the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs offers a myriad of Cultural Support Services, Diversity Education Initiatives, 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 promote an accepting environment, and to assist in fostering an appreciation for each of our unique human differences.

Click here to RSVP for the Minority Student Welcome Reception

African American Male Institute (AAMI)
The African American Male Institute seeks to motivate and empower African American males to assume roles of leadership and expose participants to proven strategies for creating greater professional and personal success by promoting academic excellence through mentorship,  workshops/seminars, and focus groups. 

To find out more about AAMI, click on the link or logo to be redirected to the program’s website.

Minority Assistance Peer Program
The Minority Assistance Peer Program (MAPP) is designed to assist freshmen of color in their transition to USC. This is accomplished by providing the new students with a trained peer counselor for their critical first year. The program works diligently to establish support and encourage the student to adapt to the University and become involved academically, socially, and culturally.


To find out more about MAPP, click on the link or logo to be redirected to the program’s website.