Diversity and Community Connections

University Connections

The Office of the Vice President and Vice Provost for Equity and Diversity is a rich source for diversity information and contacts. Additional resources are available on the following websites:

• Disability Services
• Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Ally Programs Office
• Center on Women and Public Policy
• Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence
• Office for University Women

Each program or center listed above provides additional links to related resources within the greater Twin Cities community.
See also: A Guide to Diversity Resources at the University of Minnesota and in the Twin Cities (pdf)

The University's International Directory is a collection international resources at the University.

The Student Activities Office website keeps a list of the academic, cultural, social, and political organizations on campus, many of which are open to faculty and staff.

Candid Conversations with Minority Scholars

The most enlightening way to obtain desired information about an area or institution is to have a candid conversation with a local resident or employee. RAP maintains a list of minority scholars who are willing to talk confidentially with candidates and new hires about life in Minnesota and at the University of Minnesota. If you are interested in speaking with someone on this list, contact the Relocation Assistance Program.

Minnesota Connections

• Black Relocation Association/New Connections: 612-627-9432
• Council on Black Minnesotans
• Chicano Latino Affairs Council
• Council on Asian-Pacific Minnesotans
• Diversity Minnesota
• Indian Association of Minnesota
• Native American Community Development Institute: American Indian Resource Directory
• Minnesota International Directory
• Minnesota Legislative Reference Library: Links to Minority Resources
• Twin Cities Transplants