Office of Institutional Diversity
Extraordinary happens here because EACH of us is uniquely extraordinary.
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and take seriously our commitment to being a university where ALL of us can thrive.
The Office of Institutional Diversity (OID) works behind the scenes and on the front lines so that you can feel you belong here.
We see you.
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Online module
Everyone's experience with difference is...well, different. To help level the playing field, all of us are expected to complete an online learning module.
During your first year, you'll get to explore topics such as defining diversity, engaging comfortably with difference, examining assumptions, searching for similiarities, and the impact of microaggressions.
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Embrace and Respect
Join us in embracing the diversity of our campus throughout the year with various events to help us understand the range of identities, cultures, and their contributions to our campus and beyond. Let's foster our collective growth beyond awareness and tolerance toward that of inclusion and respect.
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Learning Sessions
Experience personal growth through learning sessions to help you develop more inclusive practices. Let's arrange customized sessions for your group. We work with students and employees. We look forward to working with you.
We want you to succeed.
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1967 Legacy Program
The College of Charleston enrolled its first Black students in 1967. The 1967 Legacy Program honors these and other trailblazers by providing opportunities to study, learn from, and extend the legacy of African Americans on our campus and beyond.
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Launchpad for Success
Build a strong platform for your future with our Launchpad for Success program. Through financial literacy, professional development, and support for internships and study abroad, you will be well on your way!
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Crossing the Cistern
Sometimes you need an extra push--momentum--to keep moving in the right direction. Our Crossing the Cistern program provides the mentoring and community-building support you need to propel you toward graduation.
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Other campus resources
Connect with other campus offices that understand how the many layers of your identity contribute to your College of Charleston experience.
- Multicultural Student Programs & Services
- Pride Center
- Veteran and Military Student Services
- Office of Disability Services/SNAP
- CharlestonLIFE™
- Center for International Education
- Hillel
- First Generation
And, with over 200 registered student clubs and organizations, there's a community for everyone!
Report A Concern
We may be extraordinary, but we are not perfect. Our Cougar Inclusion Team provides support and educational outreach when we hear of an incident of possible bias or exclusion. Let us know. We've got your back. Report a concern here.
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