Minority Student Services in 121 UC (989) 774-3945, acts as the representative voice for CMU’s minority student and staff population. The office seeks to coordinate the multifaceted areas of student recruitment, retention, and career placement. Such services as academic and financial advisement, social counseling, career planning, and job referral are available.

The office works closely with minority student groups in planning and implementing political, social, and recreational activities. Specific programs and initiatives offered through the office include cultural celebrations, Student Enrichment Mentor Program, Supplemental Instruction, King/Chavez/Parks Extended College Day, College Education Enhancement Program, Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEARUP), Multicultural Award of Distinction, Lloyd M. Cofer and Multicultural Advancement scholarships.

Additional functions consist of establishing strong working relationships with existing university offices and departments on matters regarding educational policies and procedures, developmental program planning and evaluation, and student services relating to minorities.
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