Multicultural Student Services is committed to creating and advancing diverse programs and activities for Cecil College and the community. Established in 1990, the office is devoted to increasing student enrollment and fostering retention. The College has multiple locations and embraces diversity in its curriculum, activities, student population and staff.

Multicultural Student Services at Cecil College includes two student clubs - Multicultural Student Union (MSU) and the Cecil International Affinity Organization (CIAO); career and community education services - Elkton Station Diversity Team (ESDT); and the College and community advisory board - Multicultural Student Services Advisory Board (MSSAB).

Multicultural Student Union (MSU)

Open to all Cecil students, this club's primary purpose is to heighten student awareness of the accomplishments of various ethnic populations. MSU values diversity and sponsors social, cultural, educational and volunteer activities. MSU recognizes Asian, Hispanic, and Native American Heritage months, and sponsors a series of cultural activities for Black History Month, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday, and several special interest events to promote the development of a well-rounded person.

Cecil International Affinity Organization (CIAO)

Cecil International Affinity Organization is dedicated to supporting our highly valued international students and the promotion of global awareness and exchange among all Cecil students and the local community. CIAO provides the unique opportunity to learn about other cultures, many of which are represented in Cecil College's student body.

Elkton Station Diversity Team (ESDT)

The 2004 opening of the newly constructed Elkton Station provided a platform for the Elkton Station Diversity Team to bring about an awareness of diversity to participants of JobStart, adult literacy, business and industry, credit and non-credit advisement, and small business development programs. The organized forums allow participants to develop the skills necessary to further their education and to compete in a global marketplace.

Multicultural Student Services Advisory Board (MSSAB)

Since the creation of the MSSAB in 1995, representatives of the community have engaged in meaningful discussions to advance a climate of multiculturalism among students and staff. Educators, clergy, entrepreneurs and business professionals have all contributed to diversity and inclusion practices at Cecil College. These diversity champions serve as presenters and mentors at many student events.

For more information about Multicultural Student Services at Cecil College, please contact Laney Hoxter at 410-287-1043.