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Office of Student Diversity Programs and Services

Student Diversity Programs and Services (SDPS) creates and fosters the development of activities, policies, procedures, persistence and success programs to enhance campus diversity and multicultural student engagement.

Our office develops comprehensive programs that serve the entire campus community and facilitate students' understanding of their own and other's unique cultures and heritages.

We engage students both as participants and program partners that honor the contributions of all student populations and actively support all students in realizing their academic, civic and personal potential.

The International Student Programs area provides and markets opportunities for international and domestic students to participate in social, educational and cultural programming.

Our office works closely with a variety of international student organizations and the International Council.

The Multicultural Programs area of SDSP encourages and promotes the social and academic integration of underrepresented students by providing all students the opportunity to explore cultural identity in a safe and inclusive environment. We work closely with Students Organizing Diversity Activities (SODA), a diversity programming body, and multicultural student organizations to provide meaningful diversity experiences for the campus community.       

Contact Information:
Jose Melendrez
Director
jose.melendrez@unlv.edu

Randy McCrillis
Assistant Director
randy.mccrillis@unlv.edu

Carrie Sampson
Program Coordinator for Multicultural Programs
carrie.sampson@unlv.edu

Kevin Vicker
Program Coordinator for International Student Programs
kevin.vicker@unlv.edu

Student Union, Room 316
Phone: (702)895-5624
Fax: (702)895-5700


 

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What's new pointer arrow Interested in making diversity POP on campus? Apply to be a member of SODA (Students Organizing Diversity Activities)! Click HERE to apply NOW!

October 2008

What's new pointer arrow ThinkAbility Fair 2008/Kickoff, Disability Awareness Month October 8th, 10am-2pm, Pida Plaza

Community members have the opportunity to provide information on various disabilities and the resources available. Participants can solicit information from several vendors, non-profits, departments about disabilities.

What's new pointer arrow Guess Who's Gay, GLBT Awareness Month October 9th, 7pm-9pm, Student Union 208A

This educational and interesting event is based on a panel that s comprised of members of the GLBT and heterosexual communities. Participants guess the sexual orientation of each panel members in the beginning, then ask questions after the panel provides the audience with an introduction. The participants guess the sexual orientation once again and then the panel reveals his/her sexual orientation. Afterwards, a discussion is facilitated.

What's new pointer arrow Student of Color Leadership Symposium October 10th, 8am-5pm, Student Union Ballroom and 2nd floor rooms

This is a conference-style symposium that will provide an opportunity for students to come together, network, make connections among the different ethnic groups and gain valuable leadership skills through workshops, activities and speakers.

November 2008

What's new pointer arrow Native American Potluck, Native American Heritage Month November 6th, 6pm-9pm Student Union 208A

Native American students plan potluck dinner for participants usually work with local Native American community to feed everyone. NASA/AISES select and host guest speaker for this event.

What's new pointer arrow International Education Week November 15-22

International Education Week emphasizes global understanding and international awareness through a variety of social, educational, and service programming.

What's new pointer arrow Sharing the Seasons November 20th, 7pm-9pm Tonopah Residence Hall

Participants learn about cultural and religious celebrations that they may not be familiar with. The following celebrations are normally highlighted at Sharing the Seasons: Christmas (Christianity), Diwali (Indian), Hanukkah (Judaism), Kwanzaa (African American), Eid Al-Adha (Muslim) as well as the winter traditions of the Pueblo, Suquamish and Navaho peoples. Food from a unfamiliar culture is normally served.

December 2008

What's new pointer arrow International Student Graduation Celebration December 12th 12pm

Recognizes graduating international students and their families and thank them for their contributions to UNLV.

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