Multicultural Student Support and Programming, under the direction of Leslie Coates, coordinates a wide range of programs, services, and resources tailored to support the needs of multicultural students on campus. Multicultural Student Support and Programming is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive. The office provides cultural events, mentorship programs, educational workshops, and access to resources that promote academic success, personal development, and a strong sense of community among multicultural students.
Celebratory and Recognition Events
- February: Black History Month
- March: Women's History Month
- June: Juneteenth (June 19) and LGBT Pride Month
- September: Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15–30)
- October: Hispanic Heritage Month (October 1–15); LGBT History Month; National Disability Awareness Month
- November: National Native American Heritage Month
- December: Kwanzaa (December 26–January 1)
Attending Performing Arts and Cultural Events
- Movie nights and discussions
- Trips to Pittsburgh to see speakers, performing arts events, and shows
- Sponsoring speakers and performers on campus
- Bowling
Crimson Blast
The Crimson Blast takes place at the beginning of every fall semester to introduce Multicultural Student Support and Programming to the new IUP first-year students of color. This event allows our students to meet the Multicultural Student Support and Programming staff and connect with the multicultural student organizations with offices in Elkin. The themed event allows students to experience an old-school block party with activities such as hula hoops, double-dutch jump rope, four corners, corn hole, dancing, and lots of food and fun.
Winter Celebration
Crimson Salute
Building Bridges
Building Bridges is a program series that opens the door for Black and Brown populations to have an opportunity to discuss and voice their concerns to the university and have meaningful dialogue about solutions.
Lunch & Learn Series
The Lunch & Learn Series occurs at least once a month during the semester. Lunch is provided, and the topics center around diversity. Campus partners have included academic departments, the Hispanic Heritage Council, Pan-African Studies, and the Military and Veterans Resource Center.