Services

• Educational Programming
• Inclusive Lounge/Patio & Study Space
• MCC Space Reservation Requests
• Social Justice Library
• Cultural & Affinity Group Resources
• Financial and academic advising
• Connections to other support programs on campus
• Community Outreach and Referrals

Social Justice Leadership Seminar (SJLS)

Student employees and student leaders are critical in advancing positive change at Sacramento State. The Multi-Cultural Center offers the Social Justice Leadership Seminar (SJLS) to provide the knowledge and tools to challenge social inequities and become trailblazing agents. This four-part certificate program provides students with a foundation of social justice concepts and the tools to impact transformative change. The SJLS strengthens leadership skills, professional competencies, critical thinking, and social change skills. SJLS is tailored to the experiences of student employees, student leaders, and those interested in learning more about social justice. The SJLS will analyze social justice concepts through community discussion, activities, and presentations.

Inclusive Spaces Passport Activity & Mixer

The Multi-Cultural Center is committed to developing platforms for cross-cultural learning, conversation, and exchanging ideas. In partnership with equity, affinity, and cultural centers at Sacramento State, the MCC hosts an Inclusive Spaces Passport Activity and Mixer to expose students to centers that serve diverse populations. Students learn more about their services and how these spaces support students from historically marginalized backgrounds and identities.

Social Justice Book Club

The Multi-Cultural Center provides educational programs that advance social awareness and cross-cultural understanding. Sacramento State students, staff, and faculty are invited to join the center’s new Social Justice Book Club. This book club aims to highlight literature and authors that promote acceptance, social justice, and collective healing. The book club aims to build community by engaging with various literary genres such as poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels that reflect social justice, anti-racism, identity, and personal narratives.

Torchbearers Series

Igniting Change Through Education. The inaugural Torchbearer Series event, hosted by the Multicultural Center and Doctorate in Educational Leadership Program, sparks a journey towards igniting conversations and fostering connections with Sac State’s doctoral alumni. We have a beautifully diverse student population which is also reflected in our EDD cohorts. The incredible graduates of our program have conducted dissertation studies that address current issues. In collaboration, the Multicultural Center and the EDD program, we are piloting the Torchbearer Series in which two Alum (A BIPOC & non-BIPOC) talk about their career journey, challenges, inspiration, and study’s findings. All students should learn about Torchbearers, as this series provides an additional opportunity for your students to hear from someone who is outside the University setting, they can learn even more. One undergraduate who approached Dr. Caster last fall told her, “I didn’t know what a doctorate was and now that I’ve heard you and Dr. Acosta today, I want to pursue one!" Learn More.

All People’s Recognition Ceremony

At Sacramento State, many individuals work tirelessly to make the campus a better place and advance social justice efforts. The All People’s Recognition Ceremony is a yearly event, celebrated in May, which recognizes those who make a positive difference on campus but whose work goes unrecognized. Members of the Hornet family can nominate any student, staff, administrator, or faculty member for recognition.

CultureFest

It is important to honor the rich cultural heritage of Sacramento State’s famously diverse campus, promote visibility for marginalized groups, and foster a sense of belonging. The CultureFest is a yearly event, celebrated in March, aimed to bring people together, promote cultural harmony among the campus’ diverse ethnic groups, and get students acquainted with the resources offered by the university’s programs and student organizations.