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Message from Vice President of Culture Dr. Chief Clarence Green
Take advantage of opportunities to learn with people of varying identities, experiences and perspectives in an environment that allows you to share and be challenged.
Discovery and exchange of ideas is central to your experience at Northwest.
“I chose Northwest because when I saw the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the people there, I knew this campus would be one that
would keep me safe and foster diversity. It is such a reassuring place with all sorts of different and kind people. The work done there
has made all the difference in my life!” — Levi Bradley
Freshmen persist at 96% when involved in one or more student organizations.
Organizations
Get involved. If you do not identify as one of the members in these organizations, join anyway, show your support and be part of the community. •
Black Student Union
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
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Helping Everyone Regardless of Orientation (H.E.R.O.)
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
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Minority Men’s Organization
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Spiritually involved Sisters Together Achieving Harmony (S.I.S.T.A.H.)
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First Ladies Organization
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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
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ALIANZA (Latinx student organization)
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African Student Organization
For more information about student organizations, visit nwmissouri.edu/getinvolved.
Celebration of success honors our underrepresented students for degree completion.
Bearcat Culture • Women’s History Month • LGBTQ+ History Month • Native American History Month • Hispanic Heritage Month • Black History Month • MLK Peace Brunch/Day of Service • Celebration of Success • Lavender Graduation
Past Guest Speakers and performers • Tarana Burke, founder of #MeToo movement • Bob Kendrick, director of the Negro League Baseball Museum • Sheyann Webb-Christburg, who marched with Martin Luther King Jr. as a child • Dylan Marron, YouTube personality • Step Afrika!, an African-American dance company Step Afrika!
Sheyann Webb-Christburg
Bob Kendrick
Tarana Burke
For a list of upcoming guest speakers and events, visit nwmissouri.edu/diversity.
Student Success Center
The Student Success Center is the hub for academic success and focuses on transitioning, advising, supporting and connecting students to maximize their academic potential. Some of the FREE resources include: •
Academic Advising: Personalized advising that ensures your major and career goals are aligned and supported
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Tutoring: Offered individually and in small groups
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Supplemental Instruction: Peer-led study groups for traditionally challenging courses
For more information about programs in place to aid in your success, visit nwmissouri.edu/studentsuccess.
Multiple educational opportunities are offered during each
semester to students, faculty, staff and the Maryville community to discuss current issues and how to advocate and support individuals. • Safe Zone training • Bias training/awareness • Social Justice training • Gender Equity
OFFICE OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
• Accessibility Awareness
To learn more about training opportunities, visit nwmissouri.edu/diversity.
“Greek life has expanded my horizons to grow as a person. It has provided me with numerous resources and tools to gain new opportunities
in life such as leadership positions within my fraternity and campus. It has also given me access to internships.” — Johan Senda
Offices Student Engagement Center of the Student Union
660.562.1317
Student Success Center
660.562.1695
Students with Disabilities
660.562.1639
Residential Life
660.562.1214
Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance
660.562.1363
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