Multicultural Academic Student Services
The Office of Multicultural Academic Student Services (MASS) provides assistance to students with academic, personal, social concerns and cultural support. To empower and retain students, the staff provides and enhances a campus environment where diversity is understood and celebrated. The office coordinates student activities and retention services and serves as a representative voice for CMU’s students of color. The office works closely with diverse student groups in planning and implementing academic, social, and recreational activities. Programs and scholarships offered through the office include cultural celebrations, the Multicultural Award of Distinction, Lloyd M. Cofer and Multicultural Advancement scholarships. The office also offers mentoring through Men About Change, Women’s Initiative of Strength and Hope (WISH), Le Gente, Mentor Collective, and the IMPACT program. Additional objectives include establishing strong working relationships with existing university offices and departments on matters regarding educational policies and procedures, developmental program planning and evaluation, and student services relating to minorities. Contact information: Bovee University Center 112; 989-774-3945; e-mail:mass@cmich.edu.