About the Office of Multicultural Education

In keeping with Holy Cross' mission and tradition of developing caring and just communities, the Office of Multicultural Education advocates an awareness of and sensitivity toward differences of race, culture, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion and disabilities among its students, faculty, administrators and staff.

The Office educates, promotes and serves to empower the campus community on issues of diversity, multiculturalism and the value of human differences. Further, the Office provides opportunities to acquire further knowledge and the applicable skills needed to effectively address and transcend the behaviors, thoughts, and feelings that interfere with honest dialogue and cross-cultural understandings. It is our belief that thorough the exchange of diverse ideas we open ourselves to achieving greater understanding and greater engagement of thought.

Through classes, workshops, training sessions, peer education and consultations, opportunity is provided for growth and development of each member of the community. Participation by all campus members insures our campus to be one which is responsive to and reflective of the diversity found within its community. Given that we live in an interdependent world that is rapidly changing, it is imperative we prepare and develop students to become socially responsible and informed citizens ready to live in our ever-changing global community.

The Office sponsors opportunities for campus participation through summer Gateways, Fall Orientation, Diversity 101 Luncheons, distinguished lecture series and the co-sponsorship of multicultural programs; encouraging and supporting racial and cultural diversity and promoting a more global perspective for all students. Additionally, the Office serves as a resource for faculty, staff and students who are interested in community development and diversity of race, class, gender, ethnicity, religion and thought.

The Office of Multicultural Education is located within the Dean of Students Office in Room 109 of the Hogan Campus Center. We invite you to visit us between our regular office hours, 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday. For additional information call 508-793-2665.