Student Diversity
Intercultural Student Engagement is dedicated to building community and empowering students. We are committed to being the University of Everyone. Learn more about Student Diversity.
Highlights
When faced with hatred, we respond with love.
USM students chose to write positive messages during the opening days of school.
Orientation
All students who are new to USM will have the opportunity to participate in multicultural awareness activities.
Woodbury Campus Center Welcome Wall
Come see the Woodbury Campus Center Welcome Wall! Visitors to our campus, the Zuzu African Acrobats, are pictured in front of the Welcome Wall and under their native Swahili translation.
More Information
Multicultural Community and Resources
Students with diverse identities, including race, ethnicity, national origin, and religion, can find a home at USM.
LGBTQA+ Community and Resources
Intercultural Student Engagement and the Student Diversity Centers provide resources, support, and social opportunities for the LGBTQ+ community!
Student Diversity Centers
The Student Diversity Centers are hubs on campus for students from historically marginalized communities and cultures.
News
'Educate. No Hate': USM partakes in Pride Portland celebrations
Celebrate Pride 2018: March with USM, Maine LGBTQ Oral History Project, and "Gay Side Story"
Special USM Commencement-related events celebrated student accomplishments
USM issues statement condemning hatred and violence
USM official quoted in media regarding diversity in wake of affirmative action initiative reports
USM Pride - leading the way for diversity and inclusion with Asst Dean of Students Sarah Holmes
USM's Pious Ali and Reza Jalali honored by Holocaust and Human Rights Center of Maine
USM and community leaders declare “hate-free zone” during multi-faith rally
Events
Oct
24
Wed
Safe Zone Project Training (Portland)
8:30 AM, 202 Payson Smith Hall, Portland Campus
Nov
6
Tue
Safe Zone Project Training (Lewiston)
11:30 AM, 287 Lewiston Auburn College