
"The major goal of diversity education is to produce graduates who will become effective citizens and leaders in a multicultural society."
Arthur Sandeen and Margaret Barr (2006),Critical Issues for Student Affairs: Challenges and Opportunities
OMA News and Updates
Diversity Leadership Mentoring Program
The purpose of the Diversity Leadership Mentoring Program (DLMP) is to create inclusive leadership opportunities for students from a broad spectrum of demographic and philosophical differences, to develop their knowledge of leadership and enhance their ability to demonstrate leadership skills. The FSU DLMP process provides undergraduate and graduate students mentoring opportunities with alumni, faculty, staff or graduate students. If you are intersted in participating with the Diversity Leadership Mentoring Program please click here for more information.
FSU ranks in undergraduate degrees awarded to African-American and Hispanic students
In 2007, Diverse Issues in Higher Education ranked Florida State University as one of the top universities in the nation producing minority graduates. FSU ranks 5th in bachelors degrees awarded to African American undergraduates and is the top producer in the nation of African-American baccalaureates among doctoral universities.
In 2008, The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education's rankings of the top 100 Colleges for Hispanics ranked FSU 29th in the nation in bachelor's degrees and 61 in master's degrees awarded to Hispanics. In addition, FSU was ranked 40th in the nation in colleges enrolling the most Hispanic students.
New Support Group for First Generation Students
Are you trying to adjust from from being away from family and friends? Are you experiencing academic & familial pressures? Interested in building your self-confidence? If so, the University Counseling Center is offering a NEW support group for first generation college students at FSU. If you are interested, please contact Dr. Jeannie Corredor at 644-2003. For more information, see the attached flyer.
Seeking students to get involved with the American Indian Student Union
Are you interested in becoming involved with the American Indian Student Union (AISU) at FSU? If so, then the FSU Student Government Association is looking for you! Currently, SGA is looking for a Director and Assistant Director for the AISU. These positions provide students with a wide exposure to FSU campus life and a wonderful opportunity to become involved on campus. If you are interested, please click here and then on "Currently Open Student Government Positions" for more information.Office of Multicultural Affairs Resource Guide
Interested in the programs and services that OMA has to offer? Check out the OMA Resource Guide!
The Office of Multicultural Affairs Co-Sponsorship Request*
The OMA provides small co-sponsorship funds to FSU registered student organizations that coordinate programs which celebrate diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice. Funds are limited and are distributed at the discretion of the OMA staff. If your organization is interested, please complete the following form and drop it by our office in A211 Oglesby Union.
*The OMA logo must be included on all publicity for approved events.