RESOURCES FOR BROADENING PARTICIPATION
University of Utah Resources
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Resources
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The Dream Center in the Office for Diversity & Inclusion in the Office of Undergraduate Studies works holistically with undocumented students and mixed-status families from college access to graduation.
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The Center for Equity and Student Belonging (CESB) creates community and advocates for academic success and belonging for students across inter-sectional identities and experiences among our African, African American, Black, Native, Indigenous, American Indian, Asian, Asian American, Latinx, Chicanx, Pacific Islander, Multiracial, LGBTQ+, Neurodiverse and Disabled students of color.
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The Women’s Resource Center (WRC) supports people who experience gender-based marginalization and recognizes intersecting identities. We cultivate access for choice and change through programs, counseling, training, and scholarships. We advocate for solutions and strategies to advance equity in higher education.
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The Center for Disability & Access is dedicated to students with disabilities by providing the opportunity for success and equal access at the University of Utah.
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The LGBT Resource Center empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual/aromantic (LGBTQIA+) students to grow as leaders and learners by supporting students in navigating university systems, exploring their identities, finding community, and developing as leaders with a social justice lens.
Student Wellness Resources
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As the College of Engineering Mental Health Counselor, my goal is to provide a confidential, safe, and non-judgmental space to address any stressor or concern in your life, and empower you to take actions to meet your needs, values, and goals.
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We strive to cultivate a holistically well and safe campus community. We believe that wellness is the foundation of success and that equitable access to inclusive wellness services, education and support will create a more resilient, thriving University of Utah.
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The purpose of the University Counseling Center (UCC) is to facilitate and support the educational mission of the University of Utah. We provide developmental, preventive, and therapeutic services and programs that promote the intellectual, emotional, cultural, and social development of University of Utah students.
Academic Support Resources
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The mission of Student Success Advocates is to support students in making the most of their University of Utah experience.
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Student Support Services (SSS) is a TRIO program for current or incoming undergraduate university students who are seeking their first bachelor's degree and need academic assistance and other services to be successful at the University.
Utah and Salt Lake City Resources
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The Women Tech Council focuses on the economic impact of women in tech by creating sustainable programs at every stage of the talent pipeline from high school to the board room.
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We help young women on their own personal path to success by offering mentoring, scholarships, internships, and networking opportunities.
National Resources
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AccessComputing works towards increasing the participation of people with disabilities in computing fields.
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AISES promotes the highest standards of education and professional excellence to widen the STEM workforce and grow sector support.
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CMD-IT’s vision is to contribute to the national need for an effective workforce in computing and IT through synergistic activities related to minorities and people with disabilities.
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CAHSI seeks to grow and sustain a Networked Community committed to recruiting, retaining and accelerating the progress of Hispanics in computing.
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The objective of iAAMCS is to increase the number of African-Americans receiving Ph.D. degrees in computing sciences, promote and engage students in teaching and training opportunities, and add more diverse researchers into the advanced technology workforce.
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NCWIT seeks to increase the influential and meaningful participation of girls and women — at the intersections of race/ethnicity, class, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other historically marginalized identities — in the field of computing, particularly in terms of innovation and development.