Student Diversity & Belonging is a collective of campus resource centers supporting and empowering students experiencing marginalization through intersectional advocacy and cultural connections to build a more just and equitable Cal Poly community.

We celebrate the diverse cultural identities and experiences of all students and foster a welcoming and inclusive community space. Our work is rooted in respect, equity, and advocacy. We organize culturally affirming events and education, in order to empower students from all backgrounds. Anybody is welcome to help, and all students can join, partner, and participate.

SPRING 2022 LEARNING SESSION REPORT

At the request of the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs for Diversity and Inclusion and the Director of Student Diversity and Belonging (SDAB) conducted a series of learning sessions throughout the Fall 2021 quarter to affirm our understanding of current student needs and programmatic services that support historically underserved students utilizing university cultural resource centers. The goal of this process was to develop a report to guide Student Affairs leadership about growth opportunities and potential structural changes for SDAB in the coming years and projections for the future. Click here to view the Learning Session Report.

INTRODUCING THE LATINX CENTER

Student Diversity & Belonging is expanding its centers to include a Latinx Center as a crucial step in efforts to increase holistic support for our Latinx students. The Latinx Center will continue to build upon that vision and be a key partner within Student Diversity & Belonging of contributing to a Cal Poly experience rooted in equity & justice. Open to all students like other centers within SDAB, the center will feature an accessible computer lab, lounge space, and culturally relevant workshops and collaborative programming. The Latinx Center will also host Heritage month programs, including the State of Latinx each fall, as well as dialogue, panel, and speaker series throughout the year that are rooted in the diverse needs and experiences of Latinx students. Educational experiences like these will provide everyone in the Cal Poly community opportunities to learn about the Latinx student experience. Learn more.