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
Celebrating Lunar New Year in the Portland Diversity Center
Thanks to Sarah Chang for organizing the event and making delicious dumplings for everyone to enjoy.
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
Bilingual Maine HS students honored at event hosted at USM
USM Commencement 2019 — Affiliated ceremonies and events
'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
Events
Mar
3
Tue
Chai Chat - Portland Student Diversity Center
2:00 PM, Student Diversity Center, Woodbury Campus Center
Mar
7
Sat
20th Annual USM Royal Majesty Drag Competition and Show
7:00 PM, Holiday Inn by the Bay, Spring Street, Portland
Mar
10
Tue
Chai Chat - Portland Student Diversity Center
2:00 PM, Student Diversity Center, Woodbury Campus Center
Mar
24
Tue
Chai Chat - Portland Student Diversity Center
2:00 PM, Student Diversity Center, Woodbury Campus Center
Mar
31
Tue
Chai Chat - Portland Student Diversity Center
2:00 PM, Student Diversity Center, Woodbury Campus Center