Diversity & Inclusion Student Council (DISC)
The DISC's mission is to empower students to build an inclusive campus environment that is safe and welcoming for all. Through this group you will build community and actively make a difference. To participate sign up at go.csuci.edu/DISC. You can also email Kem French, Assistant Director of Inclusive Student Services, at kem.french@csuci.edu if you have any questions.
Women of Color Mentoring Program (WOCMP)
Mentor Applications open May and close early June.
Mentee Applications open the beginning of the Fall semester and close early September.
The Women of Color Mentoring Program (WOCMP) is a great opportunity for CSUCI students who identify as women of color (WOC) to help other WOC like them succeed in an intentional and purposeful way. Current successful students who are seeking an empowering interpersonal leadership experience and who meet the program criteria are encouraged to apply to become Peer Mentors. Peer Mentors are committed to sharing their personal and academic experiences to encourage, guide, challenge and support new students in their academic growth, goal achievement, and overall success as a CSUCI student. The program matches successful continuing undergraduate students with new undergraduate students and an additional faculty or staff mentor connecting them as a “pod” for a yearlong experience.
For more information contact Natalie Johnson, Coordinator of Underrepresented Student Initiatives, at natalie.johnson@csuci.edu.
Undocumented Student Mentoring Program (USMP)
Mentor Applications open May and close early June
Mentee Applications open the beginning of the Fall semester and close early September
The Undocumented Student Mentoring Program (USMP) is a great opportunity for our Undocumented students at CSUCI to find community, develop a sense of belonging, seek academic support, and other resources. The impetus of this initiative stems from the Graduate Initiative 2025 to increase graduation rates for all CSU students while working to eliminate opportunity and achievement gaps. Therefore, the purpose of the Undocumented Student Mentoring Program (USMP) is to support academic success, persistence, and successful graduation of student participants. The program matches successful continuing undergraduate students with new undergraduate students and an additional faculty or staff mentor connecting them as a “pod” for a yearlong experience.
For more information contact Natalie Johnson, Coordinator of Underrepresented Student Initiatives, at natalie.johnson@csuci.edu.
Asian American & Pacific Islander Mentoring Program (AAPIMP)
Mentor Applications open May and close early June
Mentee Applications open the beginning of the Fall semester and close early September
The Asian American and Pacific Islander Mentoring Program (AAPIMP) is a great opportunity for our AAPI students at CSUCI to find community, develop a sense of belonging, seek academic support, and other resources. The impetus of this initiative stems from the Graduate Initiative 2025 to increase graduation rates for all CSU students while working to eliminate opportunity and achievement gaps. Therefore, the purpose of AAPIMP is to support academic success, persistence, and successful graduation of student participants. The program matches successful continuing undergraduate students with new undergraduate students and an additional faculty or staff mentor connecting them as a “pod” for a yearlong experience.
For more information contact Crystal Delatorre, Coordinator of Multicultural Student Initiatives, at crystal.delatorre@csuci.edu.
Native American Mentoring Program (NAMP)
Mentor Applications open May and close early June
Mentee Applications open the beginning of the Fall semester and close early September
The Native American Mentoring Program (NAMP) is a great opportunity for our Native American students at CSUCI to find community, develop a sense of belonging, seek academic support, and other resources. The impetus of this initiative stems from the Graduate Initiative 2025 to increase graduation rates for all CSU students while working to eliminate opportunity and achievement gaps. Therefore, the purpose of NAMP is to support academic success, persistence, and successful graduation of student participants. The program matches successful continuing undergraduate students with new undergraduate students and an additional faculty or staff mentor connecting them as a “pod” for a yearlong experience.
For more information contact Crystal Delatorre, Coordinator of Multicultural Student Initiatives, at crystal.delatorre@csuci.edu.
LGBTQ Mentoring Program
Mentor Applications open in May and close in early June.
Mentee Applications open at the beginning of the Fall semester and close in early September.
The Multicultural Dream Center is excited to announce the 2021-22 inaugural year of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer Mentoring Program (LGBTQMP). This program provides structure and opportunities for students to find community, develop a sense of belonging, seek academic support, resources and affirmation. This initiative aims to support students through the many complex facets of identity development. This program is designed to support academic success, persistence, and successful degree completion.
For more information contact Kem French, Assistant Director of Inclusive Student Services, at kem.french@csuci.edu.
Rainbow Retreat
Applications are forthcoming!
This overnight experience will be an opportunity for students to discuss their sexual identities, intersectionality, and building community. This event is free and we will be providing food for the two days. Spots for this experience are on a first come, first serve basis to please make sure to get your application submitted today!
For more information contact Kem French, Assistant Director of Inclusive Student Services, at kem.french@csuci.edu or call 805-437-3243.
The University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Disability Accommodations and Support Services at accommodations@csuci.edu or call 805-437-3331 as soon as possible, but no later than seven (7) business days prior to the event.
Multicultural Student Organizations
Come learn about all of the multicultural student organizations on campus through CI Sync Engage