MULTICULTURAL CENTER
The Multicultural Center is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. Visit us in 206 Student Center East.
Upcoming Events
APIDA Heritage Month Planning Committee Meeting
Nationally observed in May, April at GSU is Asian Pacific Islander & Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month!
Culture Café on the Go
Stop by the Culture Café on the Go table each month to learn more information about upcoming events offered by Cultures, Communities, and Inclusion (CCI) departments.
Talk Tuesday: Pretty Masc
Join us for Pretty Masc, a thought-provoking and empowering event tailored for masculine-presenting women and nonbinary people.
POP TALKS
Pop in on Wednesday for the Multicultural Center's bi-weekly discussions about pop culture, national/global news, trigger-warning topics and/or anything related to diversity and inclusion.
Black History Month
Black History Month (BHM), or National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history. The event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, multiple U.S. presidents have officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Traditionally, the month focuses on the experiences of Black people and leaders in the United States. However, it is important that we create space to honor the legacies, histories and contributions of Black people across the Diaspora.
The university celebrates not only the past accomplishments of Black pioneers, but also recognizes present excellence, and those who continue to blaze an extraordinary trail forward.
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Women's History Month
Georgia State University centers and departments are marking HERStory during March, designated in the U.S. officially as Women’s History Month, alongside International Women’s Day on March 8.
The month in the United States had its origins when Congress first passed legislation leading to “Women’s History Week” in 1982. Since 1995, U.S. presidents have issued a series of annual proclamations designating March as Women’s History Month, recognizing achievements women have made over the course of American history in a variety of fields.
On the world stage, International Women’s Day on March 8 is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while also marking a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.
Events for Women's History Month 2024 will be posted during the Spring 2024 Semester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Through the Multicultural Center, you can enhance your student experience by taking advantage of the many programs and services that we provide. For up-to-date information about our programs and services, check out Multicultural Center page on the Panther Involvement Network (PIN). You can also engage with us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook. From discussion programs to heritage month celebrations, we have something that everyone will enjoy! Also visit the Belonging@GSU webpage, your one-stop destination for resources and university events designed to help Georgia State fulfill its strategic vision as a place for all.
The Multicultural Center’s Cultural Competency trainings & workshops are designed to engage, equip, challenge and support the Georgia State community in being a more inclusive campus. Our goal is to encourage emerging leaders to be agents of change on our campus, in communities and the world beyond by increasing awareness, knowledge, and skills of Georgia State students. Some opportunities include: In the (STATE) Zone Awareness and Ally trainings, inclusive of Safe Zone and TRANSformation, Allyship 101 and so many more. To view all of our workshops and trainings please visit our Education & Training webpage.
Interested in a training or workshop for your club, class or department? The Multicultural Center offers presentations which create brave spaces for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue and learning experiences. These are designed for various audiences and can be tailored to fit any group. These workshops can be done virtually or in person! To request a workshop, please complete the Workshop Request Form.
The Community Connections Mentoring Program (C2) is an opportunity for students of marginalized and underserved communities to connect with each other, university faculty, staff & community partners and discuss topics focused on personal growth, leadership development, career readiness and social responsibility. Through this forum, students' bond through shared experience and build a community of care at Georgia State and beyond. Our cornerstone C2 groups include:
- LGBTQ+
- Womxn of Color
For more information, please visit Advising and Student Success webpage. To complete the application for mentees & mentors, please visit the Multicultural Center PIN page.
The Multicultural Center’s library resources have been curated to strengthen students’ knowledge around a variety of beliefs, values and experiences of diverse cultural identities and to enhance the skills they will need to work and live as global citizens and leaders in society. The Multicultural Center has a growing collection of resources focusing on specific cultural communities, culturally responsive teaching, and diversity training. The checkout process simply requires your Panther ID card. One of our signature programs is the Baldwin Book Club. If you have any questions about checking out resources from our library or any of our programs, please email us.
The center is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to the Georgia State community for meetings and events by reservation request. All rooms can be reserved ahead of time by submitting a Room Reservations Form. Multicultural Center staff will be in touch by email to confirm your reservation or discuss your request further. If you have any questions, please call the Multicultural Center at (404) 413-1584, email us, or stop by between 8:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) provides services including programming, workshops, organizational support, and mentoring. Programming and services focus on all identities within the LGBTQ+ and varying gender communities. The GSRC welcomes all faculty, students and staff who would like to serve as allies for the LGBTQ+ and varying gender communities as well, or those with an interest in learning more. If you have any questions about the services, resources and support available in the GSRC, please email us.
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Gender and Sexuality
Resource Center
The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) i Located in a separate wing of the Multicultural Center, the GSRC has technology, a study area and an overall welcoming spirit aimed to build identity awareness and academic success. The GSRC will work closely with student organizations, departments and faculty to create enriching experiences for all who visit.
The center also features a meditation room that will also serve as a changing space for individuals a part of the trans and non-binary community.
Community Connections
Provides an opportunity for students of marginalized and underserved communities to connect with each other and discuss topics focused on personal growth, leadership development, career readiness and social responsibility!
Request a Workshop
Do you have an idea for an event or workshop? Let us know!
Heritage Celebrations
Celebrating diversity in heritage is important to the Multicultural Center and Georgia State. Find out more about the heritage months celebrated and how you can get involved!
MAP Ambassadors
The Multicultural Competence and Peer Education (MAP) Ambassadors are a select group of students who educate the Georgia State community in cultural competence, allowing them to explore society through a world view.
Contact Us
Multicultural Center Office
Location: Student Center East, Suite 206
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 404-413-1584
Gender and Sexuality Resource Center
Student Center East, Suite 207
Phone: 404-413-1745
Multicultural Center Staff
Associate Director- Cultures, Communities & Inclusion (CCI)
LaTia Sinclair, M.S.
Program Specialist
Tonya Cook, MS-HRD, CLC
Coordinator of Student Engagement, Global Communities
Chrissonia McCall, M.S.
Coordinator of Student Engagement, Gender & Sexuality Education
Kai Taylor-Deak
Business Manager
Jasmine Ferrell
Graduate Administrative Assistant
Rejess Marshall
Graduate Administrative Assistant
Jayla Day
Mailing Address
Multicultural Center
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 3973
Atlanta, GA 30302-3973
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Multicultural Center
Georgia State University
Student Center East, Suite 206
55 Gilmer Street
Atlanta, GA 30303