Centers
Asian & Pacific Cultural Center
The Asian & Pacific Cultural Center at Oregon State University was established to provide a fun, safe and welcoming facility for the retention of students. We provide academic, cultural, recreational, and social programs/activities related, but not limited to the Asian/Pacific Island cultures and heritages. It is our mission to educate students and members of the community about our various cultures and to provide leadership development through these events, activities, and other resources at the Asian & Pacific Cultural Center.
http://www.mu.oregonstate.edu/asiancc/index.htm
Centro Cultural César Chávez
The Centro Cultural César Chávez was established to provide a location and facility for programming various, academic, cultural, recreational and social events related to the Chicano/ Latino/ Hispanic culture and heritage. It exists to support the different ethnic and cultural peoples’ pursuit of their educational goals and the retention of their culture. Further, it strives to inform both the respective cultural groups and the greater university communities about issues central to the Chicano/ Latino/ Hispanic culture and heritage. The Centro Cultural César Chávez seeks to provide an environment in which students are able to accept and appreciate their differences and also a place that encourages a sense of purpose and unity.
http://www.mu.oregonstate.edu/cesarchavez/
Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center
The Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center is committed to the retention of African and African American students as well as all students of color at Oregon State University. We will accomplish this task by providing support services and leadership development opportunities, residential facilities, events and activities. The various resources provided allow the BCC to continue its dedications to educating all student and community members about the rich culture, history and accomplishments of the African and African American people through events and activities.
http://www.mu.oregonstate.edu/blackcc/about.php
Native American Longhouse
As a public service center of Oregon State University, the Native American Longhouse exists to provide services and hospitality to students, faculty, staff, the college and, the surrounding community. It primary functions are to provide a gathering place for hosting cultural ceremonies, classes, conferences, lectures, performances, Retreats and community events.
http://www.mu.oregonstate.edu/longhouse/
Pride Center
The OSU Pride Center provides programs and support services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and intersexed members of the OSU community and their allies. The Pride Center affirms the identities and empowers the lives of LGBTQQI people by providing education, outreach, program support, consultation, community development, visibility and advocacy. The Pride Center is a safe space for all members of our community to explore aspects of sexual orientation and gender identity in an open and non-judgemental atmosphere.
http://oregonstate.edu/pridecenter/about.php
Women’s Center
The Oregon State University Women’s Center, established in 1973, offers learning experiences that help women transform themselves and society. Its educational programs reflect the diverse views of women from all walks of life. The center provides advocacy, support, programs, resources and opportunities to translate concerns into action.
http://oregonstate.edu/womenscenter/
