The Center for Multicultural Education and Programs works in conjunction with the NYU Office of Development & Alumni Relations and the Multicultural Alumni Committee to provide programs and services for the diverse alumni of NYU. Below is further information about the Multicultural Alumni Committee and some of the programs offered by The Center for Multicultural Education and Programs that serve as ways for alumni to get involved.
Looking for a way to prepare for the LSAT Exam and a way to save money? Through a partnership between the Center for Multicultural Education and Programs and Binary Solution, NYU students and alumni are eligible for a reduced rate to the Binary Solution LSAT Preparatory course.
Interested in staying connected with NYU undergraduate students? Become a Mentor to a first or second year undergraduate student by applying to be a FOCUS Mentor! FOCUS is a structured mentorship program designed to offer students with the opportunity to develop relationships with NYU Alumni, Faculty, Staff, Graduate Students or other professionals who will serve as resources and/or advocates through establishing an ongoing mentoring relationship.
Making it in Media is a networking Q & A series in partnership with the Wasserman Center for Career Development that provides an opportunity for those interested in a career in media to connect with media professionals of diverse backgrounds. The panelists share how social identities and diversity have impacted their careers. MIIM is informative and open to all, offering job/internship suggestions, career advice, and general media analysis from industry veterans. Lunch is provided.
The Multicultural Alumni Committee promotes greater multicultural alumni participation in University affairs and multicultural community initiatives and works to enhance the active engagement of multicultural alumni as members of the NYU Alumni Association. Furthermore, the Multicultural Committee seeks the assistance and support of diverse alumni in the major diversity departments and initiatives of NYU. To find out about more ways to get involved, please visit the group's facebook page and also join the The Center for Multicultural Education and Programs alumni listserve.
Multiple Identity Film/Speaker Series features local speakers and independent films that explore innovative ways personal and social identities such as race, class, religion, sexual orientation, gender and sexuality intersect.
The Nia (a Swahili word meaning “purpose”) Awards Ceremony honors the achievements of undergraduate and graduate students committed to promoting diversity and social justice from across the University each spring. In addition to student awards, Nia also celebrates an NYU alumni, faculty and administrator that demonstrates outstanding commitment to student development and service. We also honor the various groups and leaders within the Center for Multicultural Education and Programs. All NYU students, faculty, staff, and administrators are encouraged to nominate their peers and colleagues!
Check out the pictures from the 2011 -ISM Gala!
Check out the pictures from the 2011 Nia Awards Ceremony!
