Diversity Brochure 20-21

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BELONG

Message from Vice President of Culture Dr. Chief Clarence Green

Take advantage of opportunities to learn with people of varying identities, experiences and perspectives in an environment that allows you to share and be challenged.

Discovery and exchange of ideas is central to your experience at Northwest.

“I chose Northwest because when I saw the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the people there, I knew this campus would be one that

would keep me safe and foster diversity. It is such a reassuring place with all sorts of different and kind people. The work done there

has made all the difference in my life!”

— Levi Bradley

Freshmen persist at 96% when involved in one or more student organizations.

Organizations

Get involved. If you do not identify as one of the members in these organizations, join anyway, show your support and be part of the community.

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Black Student Union

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

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Helping Everyone Regardless of Orientation (H.E.R.O.)

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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

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Minority Men’s Organization

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Spiritually involved Sisters Together Achieving Harmony (S.I.S.T.A.H.)

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First Ladies Organization

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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

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ALIANZA (Latinx student organization)

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African Student Organization

For more information about student organizations, visit nwmissouri.edu/getinvolved.

Celebration of success honors our underrepresented students for degree completion.

Bearcat Culture • Women’s History Month • LGBTQ+ History Month • Native American History Month • Hispanic Heritage Month • Black History Month • MLK Peace Brunch/Day of Service • Celebration of Success • Lavender Graduation

Past Guest Speakers and performers • Tarana Burke, founder of #MeToo movement • Bob Kendrick, director of the Negro League Baseball Museum • Sheyann Webb-Christburg, who marched with Martin Luther King Jr. as a child • Dylan Marron, YouTube personality • Step Afrika!, an African-American dance company Step Afrika!

Sheyann Webb-Christburg

Bob Kendrick

Tarana Burke

For a list of upcoming guest speakers and events, visit nwmissouri.edu/diversity.

Student Success Center

The Student Success Center is the hub for academic success and focuses on transitioning, advising, supporting and connecting students to maximize their academic potential. Some of the FREE resources include: •

Academic Advising: Personalized advising that ensures your major and career goals are aligned and supported

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Tutoring: Offered individually and in small groups

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Supplemental Instruction: Peer-led study groups for traditionally challenging courses

For more information about programs in place to aid in your success, visit nwmissouri.edu/studentsuccess.

Multiple educational opportunities are offered during each

semester to students, faculty, staff and the Maryville community to discuss current issues and how to advocate and support individuals.

• Safe Zone training • Bias training/awareness • Social Justice training • Gender Equity

OFFICE OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

• Accessibility Awareness

To learn more about training opportunities, visit nwmissouri.edu/diversity.

“Greek life has expanded my horizons to grow as a person. It has provided me with numerous resources and tools to gain new opportunities

in life such as leadership positions within my fraternity and campus. It has also given me access to internships.”

— Johan Senda

Offices Student Engagement Center of the Student Union

660.562.1317

Student Success Center

660.562.1695

Students with Disabilities

660.562.1639

Residential Life

660.562.1214

Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance

660.562.1363

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