Student Success and Belonging Center (SSBC)

You Belong Here.

The Student Success and Belonging Center supports students in feeling connected, valued and prepared to reach their academic goals. It is an evolution of the Cross Cultural and Gender Center and unites identity-affirming spaces with student success programs that offer proactive guidance, peer mentorship and early support when challenges arise. By bringing these services together, the center creates a more seamless experience for students that honors their whole selves.

What we do

The center provides coordinated support that helps students navigate academic and personal challenges while fostering belonging and community. Students can expect:

Identity-affirming spaces and programming that honor lived experiences and intersecting identities
Proactive coaching and case management to support academic progress and personal well-being
Early outreach and intervention when students face challenges
Peer mentorship and onboarding for students new to campus
Clear pathways to campus resources such as advising, financial support and wellness services

Belonging and success are deeply connected. Students thrive when they feel supported, understood and guided.

Who we serve

The center serves all students, with intentional focus on those who may experience barriers related to:

Race and ethnicity
Gender and identity
Immigration status
First-generation status
Financial need
Other intersecting identities

Services are inclusive, accessible and responsive to diverse student needs.

Learn more about the center and upcoming open forums

The Cross Cultural and Gender Center (CCGC) and its evolution into the Student Success and Belonging Center (SSBC) was part of a thoughtful approach to foster a more connected and supportive student experience. Learn more about the reasons behind this change, how existing programs are being integrated, and how to provide feedback that will continue to guide program development.

Programs and Services

Affinity Rooms

African American

American Indian

Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA)

Dream Success Program

Latine

LGBTQ2+

Renaissance Scholars

Upcoming Events

SSBC and all of its programming is open and available to all who are interested to participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.

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