Diversity
Residential Life Philosophy
Pursuant to the University's mission, the Residential Life program "fosters an environment of inquiry and openness that respects the diversity of all whom it serves." Resident students must recognize that living in community requires that we celebrate and embrace our differences.
Residential Life staff at SVSU sponsor programs and activities that support the intellectual and personal growth of resident students through the C.A.R.D.S. programming model. "D" stands for Diversity, which means that Resident Assistants are required to sponsor diversity-focused programs each semester. This is accomplished by scheduling entertaining house or hall events or taking advantage of the varied University events sponsored for all members of the University community.
Diversity Programs Assistants
The First Year Suites and Living Center North each has an appointed Diversity Programs Assistant (DPA), an undergraduate para-professional, who resides in the communities. This staff member's role is to reach out to under-represented students, focusing on welcoming them to the University and helping to introduce important University resources and support services. Each is available to all residents of their respective community to assist with issues that might be distracting to success at the University.
First Year Suites Diversity Programs Assistant is Ashley Reid. Ashley can be located in Suite F-2, extension 4448.
Living Center North Diversity Programs Assistant is Cordell Bush. Cordell can be located in Living Center North 331, extension 4811.
Residential Life Human Awareness Committee
All residential students are welcome to join the efforts of the Residential Life Human Awareness Committee. This group's mission is to create opportunities for students to learn about and discuss diversity at SVSU and in life. The Committee is interested in student participation and ideas for events and dialogue.
Contact a DPA or your Resident Director of more information.