The Intercultural Relations staff would like to invite you to explore the numerous opportunities our staff is creating for you to expand your knowledge and experiences as it relates to intercultural relations here at Georgia State University. We are honored to have the most diverse institution in the University System of Georgia. With this honor comes the responsibility to provide programs, activities, and services that will encourage the members of our community to maximize on this diverse environment.
When considering the role of our office in the support of the university mission, we believe our charge is to offer opportunities for individuals to broaden their conventional definition of diversity to include the concept of intercultural relations. The difference between the terms being that the former acknowledges the differences between us and the latter seeks to discover and strengthen the similarities among us.
Our program strives to offer intercultural education that allows everyone to embrace and learn from others. In addition, the office provides diversity programs and activities that reflect contributions to the social, cultural and academic climate of the university and the community at large.
As you explore the mission, goals and services of our office we hope that you will find a place where you can grow and contribute to the Georgia State community. We welcome you to share with us your ideas on how we can continue to nurture an environment of intercultural dialogue, understanding and celebration on our campus.
Our Mission...
The Intercultural Relations program at Georgia State University strives to create a healthy multicultural environment on campus and serve as a common ground for students from different social and cultural backgrounds. It seeks to enhance students' understanding and respect for diversity and hence create an overall educational experience.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere"--Martin Luther King.Jr
