Multicultural Student Services prides itself on promoting diversity and social justice through a wide range of initiatives and programs. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and supported. We are committed to fostering a campus culture that celebrates differences and promotes equity. Through our various offerings, we aim to empower students from all backgrounds and provide them with the resources they need to succeed.

Multicultural Peer Educators

Multicultural Peer Educators (MPE) is a collaborative and diverse group of students dedicated to educating their peers on culture and social justice issues. The MPE program meets the growing needs for multicultural awareness at the University of Virginia. While many organizations, offices, and individuals engage, support, and guide our academic community around topics of diversity and inclusion, MPE provides a peer-educational environment where University members can participate in honest, insightful activities and discussions.MPE members receive ongoing training from professional staff and can facilitate impactful conversations that highlight social justice issues, promote an inclusive community, and expand cultural competency.

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

NCORE is the leading and most comprehensive national forum on issues of race and ethnicity in American higher education. The conference focuses on the complex task of creating and sustaining comprehensive institutional change to improve racial and ethnic relations on campus and expand opportunities for educational access and success for culturally diverse, traditionally underrepresented populations. Multicultural Student Services partners with the UVA Office of the Provost to sponsor student attendance at NCORE.

UNST 2500 - Social Justice Engagement & Education

Offered during the spring semester, this one-credit course allows students to explore their identities and understand how privilege impact’s identity development and oppression at various societal levels. Through reflective discussions and activities, students will examine intersections of race, gender, class, and more, gaining critical tools to recognize and challenge systemic inequities. This course fosters a commitment to social justice in both personal and professional contexts.

LGBTQ Center Workshops

The LGBTQ Center currently offers three workshops for University faculty, staff, students, and community members who are committed to learning more about LGBTQ+ advocacy.