Center for Intercultural Development
Welcome!
As part of the Centers for Equity and Belonging within the Office of Equity and Belonging, the Center for Intercultural Development (CID) is a social justice-focused, research-based learning organization.
Students who participate in the multifaceted opportunities through CID receive support that will enhance their academic success, social and professional connections, and ultimately their individual learning. Our CID team provides direction and support to core components of the success and implementation of initiatives for students enrolled across all three colleges: College for Women, College for Adults, and Graduate College, and is designed to help students move from day one to beyond graduation.
If you are looking for a place to be in community with others, expand your network, engage in your personal learning, a place to study, or simply have a tea or snack break between classes, we invite you to the CID suite!
Mission
The Center for Intercultural Development (CID) and the student collectively engage in community, empowering individual identity-based learning and social justice development.
The five guiding values of the Center for Intercultural Development are:
- Personal Success
- Connections
- Social Justice
- Research-Based
- Well-Being
Getting Involved
We welcome all students who are excited to participate and engage with CID! Learn about our Pillar Initiatives and Signature Events, which include our Peer Mentor Initiative, Twin Cities Immersive Experiences, Speaker Series, 5th Week Assessment, Microgrants, the Celebration of Achievement, and much more, by visiting our Getting Involved page. Here, you will also be able to choose to join a General and/or Identity-Based Community to be regularly informed about CID-sponsored events and opportunities.
International Student Resources
We have many international student resources available, including obtaining a visa, an arrival checklist, maintaining full-time student status, employment opportunities, and on-campus activities for international students.
Additional Student Resources (DACA, Undocumented, Mixed Status Families)
Attending a university can be an exciting and daunting experience for those in unique status situations, and it often comes with its triumphs and challenges. CID is here as a resource for those whose legal immigration status may cause barriers to success. Please reach out to us if you have any questions.
Additional Identity-Based Student Organizations
Student organizations at St. °µÍø½ûÇø provide opportunities to engage and learn as students pursue their interests, identities, and passions with other students. Student organizations further enhance the academic experience by providing additional engagement opportunities and resource access.
Queer Student Services
Explore a safe and inclusive space tailored for queer students, offering support, resources, and community engagement. Our Queer Student Services webpage provides a welcoming environment, fostering empowerment, advocacy, and education for all identities
Notice of Nondiscrimination
All student clubs and organizations recognized by the University are open to all students at St. Kate's regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender, ability, veteran status, and all other protected classes of identity. Additionally, all offices and resources at St. °µÍø½ûÇø provides support and services to all students, faculty, and staff. All are welcome!