Being a student of color at a predominantly white university can be overwhelming. I, myself, often struggle to find my place on campus and to be in a community with \u201cmy people.” But fear not! UW-Whitewater has been intentional in advocating for diversity and inclusion across campus. There are many resources on campus that are available for PoC! Even being in Whitewater for only a semester, I have learned to navigate my way around campus. Most importantly, I have discovered resources specifically catering towards students of color!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1.\nKaleidoscope Students of Color Group Therapy: For Mental Health Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The University Health & Counseling Services at Ambrose Center offers group therapy for students of color from counselors of color. Amanda Isunza, a mental health counselor, facilitates discussions on the struggles faced by students of color on campus, such as impostor syndrome, trying to prove one\u2019s self, and engaging in uncomfortable discussions with white folks. These meetings happen once a week on the second floor of Ambrose Health Center and are free of charge! For more information, contact Amanda Isunza at IsunzaA09@uww.edu<\/a> or call 262-472-1300 to set up an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2.\nMcNair Scholars Program: For Post-Graduate Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The McNair Scholars Program advocates for diversity in research and the academe through preparing undergraduate students for postgraduate studies. If you are either low-income and first generation, or self-identify as a member of groups underrepresented in graduate education (African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans, Native Hawaiians and American Pacific Islander), this program is right for you. McNair scholars are given the chance to be funded for graduate school applications, academic conferences, and intensive research presentation opportunities. Mentors are also paired with the scholars to oversee the research! For more information, visit http:\/\/www.uww.edu\/sdes\/diversity-programs\/mcnair-scholars<\/a> or go to the McNair Office at McCutchan Hall 219.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3.\nLawton Undergraduate Minority Retention Grant: For Financial Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Lawton Undergraduate Minority Retention Grant supports undergraduate minority students of African-American, Latino, Native American, and Southeast Asian (specifically Vietnamese, Cambodian, Laotian, Hmong) heritage by giving away $1500 – $2500 scholarships to those who qualify. This grant aims to increase retention rates of students from underrepresented minority groups. The minimum grade requirement is a 2.0 G.P.A! For more information, visit https:\/\/www.uww.edu\/sdes\/scholarships-grants#lawton-undergraduate-minority-retention-grant<\/a>, contact lawtongrant@uww.edu<\/a> through email, or call their office at 262-472-4656.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 4.\nIntervarsity Asian American Life Group & Black Campus Ministry: For\nSpiritual Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are looking for a community to explore faith with, UW-Whitewater\u2019s Intervarsity is the place for you. This interdenominational, faith-based, student-led ministry group advocates for diversity and inclusion through reconciliation in niche ministries. It is one of the best places to explore one\u2019s spiritual life without fear of judgment! For more information, visit https:\/\/uwwintervarsity.org\/life-groups<\/a> or contact Anabel Vuong of Asian American IV at VoungAC05@uww.edu<\/a> or Michala King of Black Campus Ministry at KingMR18@uww.edu<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 5.\nLaurentide\u2019s DuBois Library: For Academic Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Race and Ethnic Studies department is housed on the fourth floor of Laurentide, and has the DuBois Library open for students to study and relax in. There are books you can borrow and resources you can utilize to further enhance your learning experience. I definitely recommend this place because not a lot of students think about Laurentide as a place to study, but if you want your peace and quiet, this place is for you! For more information, contact Mary Alkons, the Academic Department Associate of Women\u2019s and Gender Studies at 262-472-1042.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 6.\nOrganizations: For Social Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need a\ncommunity to identify with, UW-Whitewater has organizations that specifically\ncater towards cultural and racial empowerment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Southeast\nAsian Organization – <\/strong>SAO@uww.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe are a\nSoutheast Asian interest group. Our mission is to promote unity, culture and\neducation through our activities, events, and fundraisers. Some of our events\ninclude eggroll fundraising, lock-ins at the Williams center, the Culture show\nand much more.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n TIFU\nCultural Ensemble – <\/strong>tifu@uww.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe purposes\nof TIFU shall be the organization, management, promotion and support of African\nAmerican arts and related programs. Its activities shall be primarily\neducational, literary and artistic in nature.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Black\nStudent Union – <\/strong>uwwbsu@uww.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe, the Black\nstudents of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater associate ourselves for the\npurpose of motivating and retaining students on campus, coordinate activities\nto strengthen cultural awareness; provide assistance to the development and\nutilization of our skills to the extent that we can become a professionally\norganized body of students on this campus to deal with social, cultural and\neducational problems.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Mixed\nRace Student Union – <\/strong>mxd@uww.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe purpose of\nthe Mixed-Race Student Union (MXD) is to create a space for individuals who\nidentify as biracial\/multiracial\/mixed race\/multi-ethnic\/transracial adoptees,\nand\/or aspiring allies and advocates for mixed race students. Additionally, the\npurpose of MXD is to promote multiracial awareness at UW-Whitewater through\neducation, support, and social events.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Latinos\nUnidos – <\/strong>latinosunidos304@uww.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cLatinos Unidos\nstrives to unite the Latinos on campus and UW-W community, by supporting and\nassisting them to work together as ONE. We promote Culture, Unity, Education\nand Political Awareness.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n DREAM\nScholars & Colleagues – <\/strong>dsc@uww.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cOur vision is\nto assist current and potential students who fall under the DREAMers category.\nIn part, a DREAMer refers to an undocumented youth of good moral character, who\nhas graduated from an US high school or has an equivalent education (GED),\narrived to the US as a minor, and has lived long enough in the US to assimilate\nthe American culture as their own .\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n International\nStudent Association – <\/strong>isawhitewater@gmail.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe want to get\ninternational students exposed to American culture and people while celebrating\nour own cultures. We want to create a place where you can make new friends from\naround the world and feel at home.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n These are some\nof the resources that can be utilized during your stay on campus. Utilize them.\nFind your place. There are countless opportunities that are waiting for you!\nMay you be reminded of the importance of your existence inside campus. May\nknowing that make you feel empowered always.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Being a student of color at a predominantly white university can be overwhelming. I, myself, often struggle to find my place on campus and to be in a community with \u201cmy people.” But fear not! 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