Cultural and Community Centers
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Our centers support student persistence, retention, and success by:
- creating supportive environments for transformative education through recurring programs and annual events;
- working with campus partners to create services and opportunities that promote well-being and belonging for all.
We assist Virginia Tech in accomplishing its land-grant mission by maintaining relationships with the public through community outreach efforts and strategic partnerships.
Centers
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APIDA + Center , homeThe APIDA + Center at Virginia Tech fosters a vibrant community and intentional space where students, faculty, staff, and community members are empowered to explore their multifaceted selves, engage in socially responsible action, and collaborate across differences through the academic foundation of Asian American Studies and rooted in the lived experiences of Asian Pacific Islander Desi Americans.
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Ati: Wa:oki Indigenous Community Center , homeBy advancing holistic student support, campus awareness, and community outreach the Indigenous Community Center strives to have a transformative impact on both the state of Native education and tribal nation building within the commonwealth and beyond.
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Black Cultural Center , homeIn 1984, Black student leaders from the class of 1985 proposed the establishment of the Black Cultural Center to correlate with the increase in recruitment of Black students. Opened in 1991 in Squires Student Center, the Black Cultural Center supports Virginia Tech’s efforts for inclusion and diversity by successfully enhancing student and campus engagement for over 35 years.
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El Centro , homeEl Centro is the Hispanic and Latinx Cultural and Community Center at Virginia Tech. It is a community space dedicated to supporting students, faculty, and staff through cultural engagement, identity development, and connection. El Centro encourages reflection on personal and shared experiences, promotes academic and personal growth, and strengthens relationships within and beyond the university.
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Pride Center , homeThe Pride Center is a collaborative community space which aims to support the exploration of identity and connection through the lens of gender and attraction. We engage with LGBTQ+ history, culture, and community as a framework to empower faculty, staff, students, and community members to think critically, practice self reflection, and develop a sense of interconnectedness. The Pride Center works with campus partners to provide recurring programs, events, and services that promote wellbeing and belonging for all.
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Women's Community Center , redirectThe Women's Community Center (WCC) engages with the varied experiences of women by highlighting women's history, contributions and accomplishments, and ongoing social barriers. We collaborate with campus partners to build a community space that encourages thoughtful discussion, fosters a sense of belonging, and inspires creativity across gender identities.