In making diversity a priority at NYU, the Center presents interactive and intercultural training sessions, thought-provoking presentations, and innovative educational activities that enhance a deeper understanding of the multicultural nature of our campus community. Through diversity education, we seek to develop and create a sensitive, safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment.

This program is a nationally recognized program that brings two social identity groups together over the course of a semester for a sustained dialogue in order to explore diversity and social justice issues. The model is designed to promote positive intergroup relations among students, staff, and faculty and to improve the campus climate at NYU. The model focuses specifically on intergroup dynamics within the context of an institution of higher education while promoting awareness and change in intergroup relations at the individual, cultural, and institutional levels. The guiding assumption is that diversity is an institutional asset and can be used to enhance growth of the NYU community while also achieving specific educational outcomes.

Apply to be a Facilitator (Application Deadline:Monday, January 28, 2008 by midnight)

Apply to be a Participant (Application Deadline: Friday, February 8, 2008)

The Future Administrators Cultural Training Seminar (FACTS) is a professional development opportunity for individuals pursuing a master's in NYU's Higher Education Administration program and professionals in the field of Student Affairs. The goal is to have participants explore concepts of identity, power dynamics, and privilege that may exist within a campus environment. By the end of training, participants will gain both insights and tools to inform their personal lens on these topics, ultimately impacting institutional practices.

For more information on these events, please contact CMEP Program Administrator, Marcella Runell Hall at 212-998-4350 or mer215@nyu.edu.

The Representatives for Equality and Progress, known as REPs, are the CMEP Peer Education team. Peer Education is a premier leadership opportunity within the Division of Student Affairs that utilizes the expertise of students who are trained to provide educational programs and outreach in alignment with the mission of New York University. For more information about Peer Education or to apply, please visit the Peer Ed website.

The mission of the Representatives for Equality and Progress (REPs) is to facilitate engaging discussions and workshops about diversity in the United States with regards to commonalities and differences of social identity groups, especially in relation to race, culture, religion, and class. REPs contribute to the development of an anti-oppressive campus environment conducive to growth for all students in the engagement, understanding, and acceptance of diversity issues.

If you would like to request a facilitation or workshop from the REP team, please contact CMEP Program Administrator, Marcella Runell Hall at 212-998-4350 or mer215@nyu.edu.