Multicultural Opportunities

Programs

Prospective Students

Bridges: A Program for Excellence is designed for high-achieving underrepresented students from the greater Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus areas who are interested in learning more about the educational opportunities at Miami. This all-expense paid overnight program is an annual fall event. Contact the Office of Admission at 513-529-2540.

Current Students

MADE@Miami provides first-generation, international, and multicultural freshmen with a "jump" start to the school year. Moving in a day early, students begin establishing relationships with peers, faculty, and staff as they get familiar with campus and available resources. Participants enjoy a variety of planned activities, including a picnic, discussions with current students and staff, and an informal introduction to faculty. Contact the Office of Diverse Student Development at 513-529-8353.

Mentor Program helps students from underrepresented populations make the academic and social transition from high school to college. First-year students are matched with faculty, staff, and peer mentors for academic and personal support. Contact the Office of Diverse Student Development at 513-529-8353.

Mosaic: Individuality and Diversity is a themed learning community that first-year students can choose. In this program, first-year students live in the same residence hall and meet with faculty members weekly in small-group settings to discuss topics such as race, religion, class, and sexual orientation. Contact Residence Life and New Student Programs at 513-529-4000.

Student Achievement in Research and Scholarship (STARS) is a program that encourages students of underrepresented ethnicities to become future faculty members. With funds provided by the Ohio Board of Regents, participants work on a research project with a faculty or staff mentor. Contact Valerie Robinson at 513-529-3734.