Academics

Overview

The Gallaudet Multicultural Student Programs (MSP) department provides resources and spaces for students of color, LGBTQ+ students, first generation students, and other students from marginalized and underserved backgrounds. MSP is a place where Deaf, DeafBlind, Deaf Disabled, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deaf, and hearing individuals and communities can gather to discuss, learn, share, and act on issues that affect them.

 

Through a holistic approach, MSP works in solidarity and in partnership with marginalized communities and their members, student clubs and organizations, as well as departments across campus and beyond to enhance students’ self and community awareness, community engagement, and academic and social excellence.  With awareness of how power and privilege are ultimately forms of violence–which, in turn, has and continues to create deep level trauma within marginalized communities–MSP’s main goal is to provide a space for healing. With a commitment toward an active pursuit of healing, we can all foster a Gallaudet community that is rooted in love, empathy, compassion, is committed to daring and growth, and are purveyors of justice, equity, and belonging for all people.

Programs

Student of Color Safe Space

The Student of Color Safe Space is a multi-divisional collaboration among the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs; the Division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and the Office of Student Success and Academic Quality within the Division of Academic Affairs. It is housed within...

Meet the Team

Najma Johnson

Director, Multicultural Student Programs

Leslye Kang

LGBTQ+ Program Coordinator

Brandon Ruiz-Williams

Multicultural Student Programs Manager

Contact Us

Multicultural Student Programs

SAC 2200

(240) 259-3812

Monday
8:30 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am-5:00 pm
Thursday
8:30 am-5:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am-5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

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