The Central Michigan University Multicultural Center was established in 1987. It was originally called the Multicultural Programming Center. It falls under the aegis of The Office of Institutional Diversity, as does Gear Up, Gay and Lesbian Programs, Minority Student Services, Native American Programs, and Upward Bound. In 2011 the main goal of the CMU Multicultural Center was to help build an inclusive and respectful CMU community in a variety of ways. The Center provides a meeting place in general for students, for Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), and for various campus events including Soup & Substance, speak UP, Speak Out. The center functions as a resource center of videos, DVDs, and books, and recognizes all major religious and cultural holidays. It offers various exhibits throughout the year. The Center also provides professional development and workshop opportunities for CMU staff. In 2011 the Center's name changed to Office of Diversity Education.(This information is from the collection.)
From the description of Central Michigan University Multicultural Education Center Collection, 1987, 2011. (Clarke Historical Library). WorldCat record id: 758842925
