Campus Resources
MSU offers a variety of educational resources to help the community increase awareness and identify ways to support an inclusive campus. Resources have been created by various programs and departments across the university. The Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion maintains an updated list of resources that you can check out here. Specific resources aim to help in with the following:
- Accessibility and Communication
- Campus Life
- Indigenous Peoples
- International/Global
- LGBTQI2S+
- Mental Wellness
- Observances
- Reproductive Health
- Student Parents
- Undocumented Individuals
- Veterans
All of these categories and subsequent resources can be found on the website above. Some highlighted resources include a land acknowledgement, information about understanding pronouns, and facts about cultural appropriation and why costume selection matters.
Educational Resources
Numerous inclusive programs are available throughout MSU's colleges, departments, and neighborhoods, all with the purpose of fostering a more inclusive campus community. These programs are constantly evolving, and are meant to help students, staff, and faculty engage with important topics and provide spaces for productive discourse surrounding those topics.
MSU Dialogues
MSU Dialogues stands as an intergroup dialogue program designed for students, faculty, and staff. This initiative serves as a learning experience, uniting individuals from diverse identity groups for an extended period. Through this program, participants aim to foster a deeper understanding of both our shared experiences and our differences. By engaging in MSU Dialogues, individuals can enhance their personal awareness and recognize the influence of their identities. The program encourages exploration of the societal inequalities that exist and their impacts. Together, participants explore collaborative ways to promote greater equity and justice for all, preparing them to thrive in the complexities of a diverse society.
MRULE/ICA Program
The MRULE/ICA Program offers a grassroots learning experience that welcomes all students. The primary focus is to cultivate an inclusive and socially engaged community, embracing the richness of our diverse backgrounds. The vision of the MRULE/ICA program is to create a university campus where students benefit from a globally integrated curriculum, and intercultural engagement is not only cherished but also actively practiced in daily life
All programs and activities are open to all without restriction or preference based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin or other protected personal identities.
Professional Development in REHS
Training courses play a vital role in the professional development of all REHS team members. Both professional staff and student employees, including Resident Assistants (RAs), actively participate in workshops and trainings. Notably, dialogues are prioritized, emphasizing the reframing and questioning of implicit biases as an integral part of the Residential Learning Experience, which aims to foster a more inclusive campus environment.
Student Affairs Resources
The Division of Student Affairs also has many relevant resources for students to help foster an inclusive campus community. Check them out below!
- The Gender and Sexuality Campus Center (GSCC)
- The Multicultural Center
- The Office of Multicultural Enrichment and Advocacy (OMEA)
- MOSAIC Center for Education and Outreach
- Inclusive Campus Initiative
- Student Parent Resource Center
- Center for Veterans and Military Affiliated Students
- Women and Gender Equity
