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Our department oversees two centers on campus and a number of programs that are dedicated to<strong> fostering culturally diverse community engagement</strong>. MSS and the Pride Center<strong> celebrate the cultural assets of students</strong> with marginalized identities and work to <strong>transform societal barriers</strong> to build a campus community <strong>where all students can thrive as their full authentic selves</strong>. We strive to challenge societal norms through collective impact and a justice-equity centered approach. </span></p> <p><span>We look forward to getting to know you and co-creating a more equitable UAA community together. We hope you will join us in sharing your traditions, successes, passions and dreams. <strong>We also hope you join us when you have something to work through or need a listening ear</strong>. Stop by for a warm cup of coffee, a place to find connection, or just to take a look. Check out one of our social events! We host regular socials and educational events throughout each semester.</span></p> <p>In community,<br>The MSS + Pride team</p> </td> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <ul data-accordion="" data-multi-expand="true" data-allow-all-closed="true" class="large accordion"> <li data-accordion-item="" class=" accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button ">Multicultural Center Resources</a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">MSS includes a dedicated space and programs that foster culturally diverse community engagement. The Multicultural Center, RH 106, is a safe and brave space for all members of the UAA community to explore racial and cultural identity in a non-judgmental atmosphere.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our space and resources are open to all students, staff, faculty and UAA community.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lounge and study area</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Computers and printers</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Laptops for students to check out</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Library of books on numerous social justice topics</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Multifaith Prayer Room and Low Stimulation Space</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Community information and resources</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Coffee maker, water kettle, refrigerator, and microwave</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Affiliated club storage</span></li> </ul> </div> </li> <li data-accordion-item="" class="accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button ">Pride Center Resources</a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This center seeks to affirm, uplift, and engage those who identify as LGBTQIA2S+ and allies  The Pride Center is a safe and brave space for all members of the UAA community to explore gender identity and sexual orientation in a non-judgmental atmosphere.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our space and resources are open to all students, staff, faculty and UAA community.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lounge and study area</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Library of books on LGBTQIA2S+ Topics</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Low Stimulation Space</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Community information and resources</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Coffee maker, water kettle, refrigerator, and microwave</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Crafting area</span></li> </ul> </div> </li> </ul> <h2>Visit MSS + Pride</h2> <div class="grid-padding-x grid-padding-y align-stretch grid-x"> <div class="medium-6 cell"> <p><img src="/students/multicultural/_images/UAA%20MSS%20Logo.png" alt="UAA Multicultural Student Services (MSS) logo" width="600" height="338"></p> <div class="clearfix"> <div class="primary-border float-left contact-box"> <div class=" grid-x grid-padding-x grid-padding-y align-middle"> <div class="cell small-12 medium-3 large-3 text-center"><a href="tel:3416 Seawolf Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in Rasmuson Hall 106, 1st floor%C2%A0"><span class="fas fa-phone-square fa-4x secondary"></span><span class="show-for-sr">3416 Seawolf Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in Rasmuson Hall 106, 1st floor </span></a></div> <div class="cell small-12 medium-9 large-9"><strong property="name">Multicultural Student Services (MSS)</strong><br><a property="telephone" href="tel:3416 Seawolf Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in Rasmuson Hall 106, 1st floor%C2%A0">3416 Seawolf Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in Rasmuson Hall 106, 1st floor </a><br><a property="email" href="mailto:907-786-4070">907-786-4070</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <p> </p> </div> <div class="medium-6 cell"> <p><img style="float: right;" src="/students/multicultural/_images/UAA%20Pride%20Center.png" alt="UAA Pride Center logo" width="600" height="338"></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <div class="clearfix"> <div class="secondary-border float-right contact-box"> <div class=" grid-x grid-padding-x grid-padding-y align-middle"> <div class="cell small-12 medium-3 large-3 text-center"><a href="tel:2801 Spirit Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in the University Hub, located in the lower level Student Union"><span class="fas fa-phone-square fa-4x primary"></span><span class="show-for-sr">2801 Spirit Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in the University Hub, located in the lower level Student Union</span></a></div> <div class="cell small-12 medium-9 large-9"><strong property="name">Pride Center</strong><br><a property="telephone" href="tel:2801 Spirit Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in the University Hub, located in the lower level Student Union">2801 Spirit Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 in the University Hub, located in the lower level Student Union</a><br><a property="email" href="mailto:907-786-6464">907-786-6464</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <p> </p> </div> </div> <p> </p> <div class="padding-normal-x padding-normal-y"> <div class="grid-padding-x grid-padding-y grid-padding-x-large grid-padding-y-large align-stretch grid-x"> <div class="medium-12 large-4 small-order-1 medium-order-1 large-order-1 secondary-back cell"> <h2>Mission</h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">MSS + The Pride Center team at UAA is committed to uplifting students with marginalized identities through fostering a sense of community and belonging, co-creating meaningful engagement for holistic student development, and transforming the cultural roots of systemic inequities.</span></p> </div> <div class="medium-6 large-4 small-order-2 medium-order-2 large-order-2 tertiary-back cell"> <h4><img src="/students/multicultural/_images/DB8570CA-8E18-4B70-BADD-6A360A4492CB-md.jpg" alt="Placeholder image" width="1500" height="1125"></h4> </div> <div class="medium-6 large-4 small-order-3 medium-order-3 large-order-3 secondary-back cell"> <h2>Vision</h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To build a university community where all students, especially those with marginalized identities, thrive.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> <p> </p> <div class="grid-padding-x grid-padding-y grid-x"> <div class=" cell"> <td colspan="6"> <ul data-accordion="" data-multi-expand="true" data-allow-all-closed="true" class="large accordion"> <li data-accordion-item="" class=" accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button "> Jedi Alliance (Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) </a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p><span><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/students/multicultural/_images/JEDI%20Alliance.JPG" alt="JEDI Student Leaders 2023-24" width="700" height="284"></span></p> <p><span>The JEDI Alliance is a cohort of student advocates and leaders at UAA Multicultural Student Services who are committed to the advancement of social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) at UAA. They are dedicated to promoting belonging, celebrating diverse identities, building meaningful relationships, and educating the campus community about JEDI. JEDI Alliance members meet on a biweekly basis, develop and facilitate programming, collaborate with staff and student groups, and are eligible for scholarship awards for their commitment. For more information contact Daniela Grijalva, <a href="mailto:dagrijalva@alaska.edu">dagrijalva@alaska.edu</a>.</span></p> </div> </li> <li data-accordion-item="" class="accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button ">Rainbow Initiatives</a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p><span><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/students/multicultural/_images/msspride.jpg" alt="Rainbow Initiatives - Pride Center photo" width="700" height="387"></span></p> <p><span>Rainbow Initiatives are UAA’s dedication of time, space and energy to our LGBTQIA2S+ community. Housed at our beautiful Pride Center in the Student Union, Rainbow Initiatives is the umbrella program that provides a space, events and programming to support the belonging, engagement and holistic wellbeing of our community members. We center, uplift and advocate for our queer/trans community at UAA so we can live our most authentic, successful and full lives here.</span></p> </div> </li> <li data-accordion-item="" class="accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button ">Global Seawolves</a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p> </p> <p><span><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/students/multicultural/_images/jedialliance.JPG" alt="Global Seawolves - student leaders" width="700" height="316"></span></p> <p><span>The Multicultural Center is a social hub for all students on campus, but we specifically highlight and celebrate our community members who are here studying from abroad. Each year there are approximately 30-50 international students with an average of 25 countries represented.</span></p> <p><span>All new international students are guided through their arrival and orientation experience. MSS and our partners facilitate opportunities to celebrate our global communities here in Anchorage. Students are invited to attend Global Seawolves social events and programs throughout the academic year.</span></p> </div> </li> <li data-accordion-item="" class="accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button ">BIPOC Initiatives</a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p> </p> <p><span><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/students/multicultural/_images/MSS%20Website%202023%2016.jpg" alt="BIPOC Initiatives - programming event with student leaders" width="700" height="357"></span></p> <p><span>Many of our programs through the Pride Center and the Multicultural Center are here to create opportunities for making new connections. We know that building a community and network of friends is critical to the college student experience. There is something in MSS for everyone regardless of your age, degree program and social identities. Take a leap and meet some new people outside of your classrooms. Join us for “Connect” events and various socials.</span></p> </div> </li> <li data-accordion-item="" class="accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button "> Multifaith and Low Stimulation Spaces </a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p> </p> <p><span><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/students/multicultural/_images/MSS%20Website%202023%2015.jpg" alt="Multifaith and low stimulation space in MSS" width="700" height="240"></span></p> <p><span>MSS’s mission includes supporting students who practice marginalized religions by promoting inclusion through education, naming observances, and creating safe spaces throughout campus. </span><span>The first multifaith space on the Anchorage campus is located inside of MSS in Rasmuson Hall 106B and was supported by our student body government, USUAA. Student leaders have lovingly developed the multifaith prayer and meditation initiatives. </span><span>The Pride Center houses a “low stimulation” environment to provide additional quiet, non-stimulating locations for students who may need to take a break. These spaces are non-reservable and available for use when the campus is open. All are welcome to use this space for individual quiet contemplation, prayer, meditation, bereavement, and healing.</span></p> </div> </li> <li data-accordion-item="" class="accordion-item"><a href="#" class="accordion-title primary primary-border button "> Academic, Engagement, and Advocacy Scholarships  </a><div class="accordion-content primary primary-border callout" data-tab-content=""> <p><span><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/students/multicultural/_images/soe.png" alt="SOE Academic Engagement and Advocacy Scholarships" width="700" height="268"></span></p> <p><span>The Multicultural Center and Pride Center proudly facilitate various academic, leadership, art justice, and advocacy scholarships. There are many different ways to engage with our department through peer leadership and service contributions. This initiative seeks to award student facilitators and leaders for the engagement and work at MSS and beyond.</span></p> </div> </li> </ul> </td> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: center;">Find Your Community with Cultural and Identity-based Student Orgs</h2> <div class="padding-normal-x padding-normal-y"> <div class="grid-padding-x grid-padding-y grid-padding-x-large grid-padding-y-large grid-x"> <div class="tertiary-back cell"> <td colspan="6"> <h3 style="text-align: center;">Cultural and Identity-based Student Organizations Support</h3> <p><span><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" title="Student Organizations" src="/students/multicultural/_images/Capture33.JPG" alt="Student Organizations" width="1140" height="276"></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">MSS and The Pride Center enthusiastically support cultural and identity-based Student Organizations. Many student organizations seek out our centers for holding meetings, hosting events, and seeking adviser support. If you want your student organization to collaborate with MSS- stop by our centers and chat with staff about ways you want to be supported. Our current affiliations with Student Org Services (SOS) include: </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">International Student Organization (ISO)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Muslim Student Association (MSA)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kabayan Community (Filipino Org.)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">People of Oceania Association (POA)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Family (LGBTQIA2S+ Student Org)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Feminist Intersectional Rights Movement (The FIRM)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ACLU of Alaska Action Network (Student org affiliated with the ACLU)</span></li> </ul> </td> </div> </div> </div>  <h2>Our Team</h2>  <div vocab="http://schema.org/" typeof="Person" class="
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They wrote their thesis on neurodivergence and art therapy. Jessi loves to do art, play video games, and spend time with animals. They also love to be active in the community attending and supporting the organization of rallies, protests and mutual aid efforts.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As an Engagement and Belonging Coordinator, Jessi supports the belonging of BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, neurodivergent identities and all the lovely intersections our identities can have. Jessi lovingly focuses on our Rainbow Initiatives, which supports and celebrates our LGBTQIA2S+ community through programs, events and awareness initiatives.</span></p> </div> <div class="tabs-panel" id="panel13-3"> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Favorite thing about MSS: At MSS we have freedom to be fully ourselves and support to pursue social justice and envision a better future.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Favorite animals: my favorite animals are cats, axolotls and japanese dwarf flying squirrels! </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rejuvenating Practice: Journaling, spending time with my emotional support animals, going for a walk!</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div> </main> <footer class="footer-wrapper flex-child-shrink position-relative"> <div 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