CCC: Mission & Objectives

University of California, San Diego

Mission of the Cross-Cultural Center

The Cross-Cultural Center is dedicated to supporting the needs of UCSD's diverse student, staff and faculty communities. Our mission is to create a learning environment in which the entire campus community feels welcome. Within this general charge and in collaboration with existing campus programs, one of the Center's major priorities is to facilitate the academic, professional and personal development of those student, staff and faculty who are members of underrepresented groups. The CCC provides a network of services and programs in an effort to provide and foster discussions of issues related to the creation of a multi-ethnic, culturally conscious university. All members of the university and greater San Diego communities are welcome and encouraged to participate in the programs and activities of the Center.

Objectives of the Cross Cultural Center

We strive for Cross Cultural understanding and appreciation of all our diverse histories and experiences.

We promote:

• Meaningful dialogues across ethnic and cultural lines while providing support for single group interest.
• Access to higher education and other retention efforts which encourage the success, and educational and professional development of all individuals, particularly those from underrepresented groups.
• Cross-Cultural programs to the larger San Diego community which enhance the community involvement and academic mission of UCSD students, staff and faculty through programming, symposia, internships and skills development activities.
• Guidance, training, and support to other campus units towards the accomplishment of a vision of equity, equality and diversity.

Last updated: August 12, 1998. cccenter@ucsd.edu