Student Affinity Groups

Dialogue Groups

The Office of Intercultural Affairs hosts a number of identity-conscious dialogue groups that are facilitated by students. Please see below a description of groups beneficial to our students of color through our office, including our full listing of dialogue groups. Please visit the Office of Intercultural Affairs in Duffy 149 or email diversity@stonehill.edu to learn more about how to get involved!

GenOne: Navigation for the First Generation College Student

GenOne is a peer-led support group for students who are the first in their families to enroll and attend college (however you wish to define it). Students often discuss issues of college-going experiences, how to find support at Stonehill, and how to succeed in college when your parents/guardians have not attended college.

InterAct

InterAct is a peer-led group for students who were born outside of the U.S. or have spent a significant part of their developmental years outside of the U.S. culture. Students discuss issues of adjusting to life in the U.S., receive support in navigating culture and social norms at Stonehill, and share their unique experiences.

LGBTQ Self-Identified Group

This is a peer-led group for any student who self-identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning.  Unlike a gay/straight alliance (GSA), this group is intended for students who self-identify as LGBTQ to get together, discuss their experiences here at Stonehill, and find a network of support and solidarity.

Men of Service, Academia, Integrity and Character (MOSAIC).

M.O.S.A.I.C. is a peer-led discussion group for men who self-identify as coming from Black, Latino, Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi, Native American, Middle Eastern, and bi/multiracial backgrounds. Students discuss issues of gender, experiences at Stonehill, relationships, brotherhood, solidarity, and activism in their bi-weekly meetings.

Radiant, Inspirational Sisters Empowered (RISE)

R.I.S.E. is a peer-led discussion group for women who self-identify as coming from Black, Latina, Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi, Native American, Middle Eastern, and bi/multiracial backgrounds. Students discuss issues of gender, experiences at Stonehill, relationships, sisterhood, solidarity, and activism in their bi-weekly meetings.

Whites Becoming Allies (WBA)

Whites Becoming Allies is a group of students from European heritage backgrounds who come together to discuss issues of diversity and partner in the work of building a more just and equitable society.  Many of the students involved hold leadership positions in clubs and organizations.  The group works to create a safe space to ask questions, discuss current events, explore new perspectives, and discover how to act in solidarity with others.

Student Clubs

The Office of Intercultural Affairs and the Office of Student Engagement are homes to some groups on campus that serve to support and provide space for students of color. Take a look at some of the groups below to learn more about each one.  Student Government Association (SGA), housed out of the Office of Student Engagement, is the student governing body of Stonehill College.  This group provides funding for registered student clubs and supports many culturally-focused student organizations on campus.

• Afro-Caribbean Club (ACC): Afro-Caribbean Club members strive to educate Stonehill College campus about different identities within the African diaspora.
• Black Student Union (BSU): The Black Student Union fosters growth and unity among it's students by elevating and promoting African (PAN) cultural pride, history and development within our Stonehill community. Through enriching educational events, mentorship, activism, and pivotal cultural luncheons and dinners, the BSU promotes Black Art, culture, unity and pride. Our Black Student Union embraces and welcomes all students regardless of race, gender, sexuality or ethnicity in celebrating our campus' diversity.
• Mundos Apartes, Tierras Unidas (MATU): MATU is an all-inclusive club held at Stonehill College, which educates and celebrates Latinx and Hispanic cultures.
• Stonehill Asian American Society (SAAS): Stonehill Asian American Society (SAAS) is an SGA club that works closely with the Office of Intercultural Affairs to create a greater understanding and recognition of the Asian community at the college. SAAS works to promote awareness and respect of other cultures and ethnicities. All are welcome to attend the biweekly meetings to discuss issues pertaining to racial stereotypes, explore cultural activities such as origami, and sponsor events during Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month in April.
• SGA Diversity Committee: The SGA Diversity Committee is responsible for providing quality, safe, and culturally diverse programming to the Stonehill community.