Multicultural Programs
Salem State’s mission is one of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. We are committed to ensuring our campus is inclusive and affirming of peoples of all racial and ethnic identities. We offer a wide array of programs, advocacy, and advising to support our communities of color on campus.
Faculty Fellow for Latinx Student Success
The Faculty Fellow for Latinx Student Success oversees the Center for Justice and Liberation’s educational, social, and advocacy support programming for Latinx students. They serve as a resource, advocate, and advisor to Latinx students and also provide educational programs and training regarding Latinx topics, social justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism to the broader campus community.
Make an appointment with Miguel Montalva Barba, PhD, Faculty Fellow for Latinx Student Success by emailing mmontalvabarba@salemstate.edu
Multicultural Specialist
Through a partnership with Counseling and Health Services, the Multicultural Specialist supports Center for Justice and Liberation programming for Black and African-American students, focusing on mental health and well-being. They serve as a resource and advocate for all students of color on campus.
Connect with Jay Carey, Multicultural Specialist during open office hours, Wednesdays, 4-6 pm in Ellison Campus Center Room 202.
Annual Events
- SSU APIDA Heritage Month (April)
- ALANA Graduation
- Black History Month (February)
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation
- Hispanic Heritage Month (September)
- Hip-Hop Summit
Involvement and Programs
- African Student Union
- Asian Student Association
- Haitian Cultural Club
- International Student Association
- Latin American Student Organization
- Multicultural Student Association
- Urban Arts Theater
- Black Student Affinity Spaces
- Latinx Student Affinity Spaces