Throughout your life, you'll interact with people from different cultures and from every continent. Your success will depend on your experience with and understanding of cross-cultural issues, here and abroad.
At RIT you'll live and study with over 1,400 international students from 100 countries. In addition, more than 2,000 students of color have elected to study at RIT, embodying our commitment to diversity. Adding a social and educational dynamic not found at any other university are more than 1,200 deaf and hard-of-hearing students supported by RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf.
The variety of backgrounds and perspectives represented in the RIT community enriches the learning experience for all. As you interact on team-based projects, in residences halls, and in day-to-day activities, we believe you will be enriched and better prepared for the opportunities and challenges of global interdependence.
Manager of Multicultural Programs - sxpnsc@rit.edu
The mission of the Mosaic center is to create a student-centered inclusive environment that enriches the RIT experience.
The vision is that the Center will serve as an important component of RIT's efforts to create a welcoming, and inclusive campus community by providing students with a comfortable space for multicultural community building, individual expression, and the exchange of ideas through collaborative cultural, educational, and social experiences.
Stop by anytime, we are located on the 2nd floor of the SAU, room 2510.
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The purpose of the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) is to provide a council for Greek organizations that contribute specifically to diversity and inclusion on RIT campus. The MGC serves as the governing body and network multiculturally based Greek organizations to create and maintain high standards in the life of Fraternities and Sororities. The council addresses, coordinates, and develops strategic action plans to unify affiliations, promote higher education, provide community service, enhance leadership and serves as a liaison between the MGC and the University student body, and administration; thereby improving the campus climate. The MGC emphasizes on spreading cultural awareness to ensure diversity and unity among the Greek system at RIT.
Visit the Fraternity & Sorority Life website for more information.
MOCHA is a one-year initiative open to all undergraduate male students between their second and fifth academic years of study, but is specifically designed for male students of color. Students will participate in a series of monthly workshops offered by faculty, staff, and community leaders; foster a sense of community and bonding with each other and other male role models of color through social outings; and support their health awareness and development through their participation in wellness activities.
WOCHA is open to all female students who are in their second- through fifth-years of study at the university, with an emphasis on woman of color. It is a one-year initiative developed for historically underrepresented women to enhance leadership ability, build camaraderie, access mentorship and open networking opportunities. The program will consist of a series of monthly workshops offered by faculty, staff and community professionals focusing on leadership development, healthy lifestyles, financial literacy, Self-E (self-esteem and empowerment), and community engagement.
The Office of Diversity & Inclusion oversees the daily operations and logistics of the division as well as the budgetary needs for various events and programs. In addition, the Office is committed to the development of diversity education and monitors the areas that target diverse populations across the university.
All are welcome here! Each day individuals, communities, and congregations gather in the Center for Religious life to talk, studey, worship, pray, visit and share.
The Future Stewards Program was established as a result of RIT's commitment to increasing the success rate and number of Native scholars (Native American, Alaska Native, and First Nations) in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) along with other areas of need in Indian country.
Global Union is the largest multicultural student organization at RIT. It promotes understanding of diversity and the development of a strong multicultural movement within our community. The Union encourages cooperation, interaction, and communication among all ethnic groups at RIT while providing leadership and support to all its affiliated organizations.
HEOP is committed to the recruitment and academic success of students who would otherwise be excluded from higher education due to academic and economic disadvantage.
International Studen Services assists individuals from more than 100 countries on immigration, cultural, academic and personal matters.
The RIT Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program serves a diverse group of talented RIT second- and third-year students who are interested in pursuing post-baccalaureate education. The RIT McNair Scholars Program provides enriching scholastic experience that prepares eligible scholars for graduate education, with an emphasis on doctoral studies.
The Multicultural Center for Academic Success is a unit within the Office of the President and the Division of Academic Affairs. The Multicultural Center for Academic Success (MCAS) is committed to maximizing the academic potential and holistic development of students by creating an inclusive, student-centered environment. By keeping academics first and foremost, MCAS strives to become a nationally recognized model for academic excellence and student success.
With over 400 programs in 50 countries, there is study abroad program for students of nearly every major.
RIT Environmental Science study abroad options range from semesters in Europe, Africa, Central America or the Caribbean, to unforgettable 10-day trips to Baja and the Galapagos.
RIT's Native American Science and Technology program is designed to help future stewards of Native American lands make sound management decisions using advanced technology tools in the service of traditional and contemporary tribal values.
The Center for Women and Gender is committed to promoting a campus community that is safe, equitable, and respectful of all members, and is a resource for the entire RIT Community.
The purpose of the Q Center is to foster an educational environment in which all community members can be personally, academically, and professionally successful without regard to gender, racial/ethnic origins, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and socioeconomic status.
