Center for Multicultural Affairs

Our team members serve as referral agents in addition to advocating for and supporting historically underrepresented students and student groups. They expertly direct students to other relevant offices and departments as needed, ensuring comprehensive assistance. Furthermore, our team serves as a resource for all College offices and departments on issues of diversity, equity, accessibility, and justice. Their knowledge bridges gaps and improves collaboration across campus, fostering an inclusive and informed environment.

Etown's Intercultural Diversity Board (IDB) is made up of leaders from several multicultural and identity-based clubs and organizations on campus. This collaborative platform meets every two weeks, with the Director, Dean of Students, and other administrative officials present as needed. During these meetings, board members exchange information on planned events and projects organized by their various groups in the coming weeks. The meetings provide an opportunity for members to contribute valuable thoughts and lend assistance through constructive conversations. Additionally, these discussions provide a forum for student leaders to express their views on the current environment, creating continuous dialogue to improve the overall campus climate.

Elizabethtown College's Mosaic Scholars program aims to strengthen community relationships by recognizing and encouraging students who actively engage with diversity, equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging. The initiative honors students who bring their unique life experiences and involvements to campus. Mosaic Scholars contribute their ideas to discussions and activities concerning various aspects of diversity. Through their dedicated participation, these scholars play an essential part in building a unified and respectful campus climate at Elizabethtown College.

Elizabethtown College supports a number of Identity-Based Clubs & Organizations.

First-year BIPOC student success is supported by the Ubuntu Mentor Program, as each student of color develops affinity and connectedness with the College and the campus community by participating in an individual mentor network, including upper-level students, faculty, staff, and alumni. We want to ensure that every student of color is intentionally connected with a group of supporters that can predict issues underrepresented students may face, reflect a shared experience, and help eliminate barriers and navigate challenges. The Ubuntu Mentor plays a critical role in the support network, serving as direct partner and familiar resource for academic success and co-curricular involvement of first year BIPOC students.

The Office of Civil Rights, Opportunity, and Access is dedicated to promoting a more cohesive Etown community and offers a diverse range of programs, events, and activities. These inclusive offerings are open to all students, faculty members, and staff, with select events being open to the greater Etown community. Our programs are carefully planned to celebrate unique identities, establish relationships, and foster a sense of belonging. We hope to raise awareness about historically underrepresented identities, equity, accessibility, and justice through these projects. A semester event schedule is conveniently available via the left-side menu to keep you up to date. Regular updates are also released on the Jays App and the etowndeb Instagram page, ensuring that our vibrant assortment of events is easily accessible.

Elizabethtown College understands that being a non-native English speaker can present unique challenges in your academic pursuits. To ensure that you have the best possible learning experience, the College offers Language Modification services to courses that may include extended time to submit tests and assignments, access to supplementary materials such as translation services, or other modifications that can help you succeed in your courses.

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The Beloved Community Collective is a celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s life and work, aiming to realize his vision of a harmonious and just society. Dr. King's concept of The Beloved Community, first mentioned in 1956, envisions a world where reconciliation, redemption, and understanding transform adversaries into friends. This celebration goes beyond mere remembrance, urging active efforts to bring about Dr. King's ideals. Collaborative initiatives, including Civil Rights, Opportunity, and Access, the Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding, the Center for Community Engagement, and the Chaplain's Office, unite to create the Beloved Community Collective. This event, held in the early weeks of the spring semester, aligns with MLK Day and Black History Month, offering an opportunity to explore themes like cultural competency, social justice, and meaningful connections among individuals.

Mosaic Unbound is a monthly event co-hosted by the Office of Civil Rights, Opportunity, and Access and the High Library. This program provides an informal environment for exploring literature, music, or art that explores issues of diversity, equity, accessibility, and justice. The content chosen is thoughtfully aligned with the heritage or historical significance celebrated that month. Participants will have access to content excerpts ahead of time to facilitate engaged discussions. Mosaic Unbound extends its invitation to the entire student, faculty, and staff community, encouraging an inclusive exploration of these important topics through the lens of creative expression.

The Ujima Dialogue provides a monthly forum for open and casual discussions on current topics of diversity, equity, accessibility, and justice. The upcoming topic is revealed a few days ahead of time via the Jays App and the etowndeb Instagram page and is scheduled every two weeks. This open discussion platform welcomes participation from all students, faculty members, and staff. Ujima, a core principle of Kwanzaa, represents the notion of "collective work and responsibility." By embracing this concept, the Ujima Dialogue Series creates a space for the entire community to engage in meaningful exchanges and reflections on critical issues that form our understanding of a more inclusive and just society.

Safe Zone trainings provide valuable educational experiences centered on LGBTQ+ identities, gender, and sexuality. While establishing a more inclusive environment, these workshops encourage participants to explore their own biases, assumptions, and privileges. These trainings occur annually, during the spring semester, and use The Safe Zone Project curriculum. The program provides attendees with extensive information on LGBTQIA+ issues while also developing a strong network of allies within the Etown community. Students, faculty members, and staff are all welcome.

Unlock the world of equity-focused design thinking with our recurrent online training, which is available all year through the Canvas course platform. This course, designed for emerging leaders, equips students to engage in inclusive learning, confront biases, and transform power dynamics. We dive into the fundamentals of design thinking to gain a thorough understanding of how to create equitable and welcoming environments by embracing shared values. Continue this transformative journey to strengthen your capacity for leadership while advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Elizabethtown College is committed to providing our students a quality education that will help them develop leadership skills, better their well-being and connectedness, and enhance relationship building. The Etown Blue Print program provides students with a roadmap for this journey, acts as a bridge between campus and local communities, fosters life skills, and creates professional connections that extend outside the classroom.