Counseling Center

Cultural Issues

SIUC is a very diverse campus in term of race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, ability and family background. We also welcome many international students. This provides a wonderful and enriching learning environment both within and outside the classroom. However, as we all know diversity also brings with it conflict and misunderstanding due to cultural differences. The more we learn and understand about ourselves and those who are different from us, the more we can bridge the gap between cultures and prepare ourselves for the workplace and life in a diverse United States.

Help at SIUC
Multicultural Programs and Services, Student Center, 3rd floor, 453-5714

International Students and Scholars, Northwest Annex, Room B133, 453-5774

Disability Support Services, Woody Hall, Room B-150, 453-5738

Office of Diversity and Equity, Davies Gymnasium, Room 0158, 453-4807

Links to Additional Resources

Cultural Differences: International Students Coping with Culture Shock

The Multicultural Pavilion which contains links designed for educators, students, and activists, divided by ethnic groups and several other categories

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