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The African Student Association centers and builds the African community at DePaul through cultural events, community service initiatives and collaborating with like minded student and community organizations. We aim to create a safe space for students of the African diaspora and provide enriching activities and resources.

ASA promotes diversity and provides an environment for inclusivity within the greater campus.

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The AACA seeks to educate DePaul and surrounding communities at large of the history, politics, language, and culture of Albania.

The AACA at DePaul aligns with the university's mission by fostering inclusivity, cultural awareness, and community engagement. Through events that celebrate Albanian heritage and promote cross-cultural understanding, the club supports DePaul's commitment to diversity, social justice, and the development of global citizens.

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"To promote continued personal and collective growth of our membership, success and unity through education, leadership, cultural awareness and community service."

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Alpha Psi Lambda recognizes the significance that organizations play in the development and enrichment of college students. Statistically, students involved in fraternities an sororities have a higher grade point average, an increased graduation rate, and greater success in post-academic endeavors. We contribute to this by providing opportunities to develop as a leader, to give to the community, and to work with both men and women, offering a real world experience.

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The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Cultural Center is one of the four Cultural & Resource Centers at DePaul University. The APIDA Cultural Center seeks to foster belonging for APIDA-identified students by providing resources and opportunities for identity, academic, professional, and holistic development.

The center is located at the Lincoln Park Campus in O'Connell Hall, Room 340 (1036 W. Belden). No membership is required to visit and spend time in the APIDA Cultural Center! It is open to all students during open hours to study, eat, engage in discussions, and be with community. The Cultural & Resource Centers are open:
- Mondays to Thursdays, 9:00AM - 7:00PM
- Fridays, 9:00AM - 5:00PM

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The Armenian Students’ Cultural Association (ASCA) at DePaul University has a mission and a purpose to educate, embrace, celebrate, and disseminate the rich Armenian history and culture, raise awareness on important Armenian issues, and educate its members and the DePaul community. ASCA’s activities will enrich DePaul University’s existing multicultural environment by engaging and welcoming to its ranks anyone interested in Armenian culture, history, and issues, regardless of their ancestry or origins.

ASCA's activities will enrich DePaul University's existing multicultural environment by engaging and welcoming to its ranks anyone interested in Armenian culture, history, and issues, regardless of their ancestry or origins.

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The purpose of the Asian Cultural Exchange is to encourage the exchange of talents, knowledge, and experiences between its members and the DePaul community by preserving the richness and sanctity of the individual cultures and traditions that are part of the Asian/Pacific Islander/Desi American (APIDA) heritage.

The Asian Cultural Exchange seeks to build a community through Asian culture. Students from any background are welcome to join the community to make friends. ACE also fundraises for charities and volunteers at different events in Chicago.

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The Assyrian Student Association at DePaul University is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating the Assyrian culture. Our mission is to create a welcoming community that fosters cultural awareness and unity among Assyrians and individuals interested in Assyrian culture. Through various events, activities, and initiatives we strive to showcase our vibrant history, language, music, and traditions. We are committed to preserving our cultural identity and strengthening the sense of belonging of Assyrians at DePaul. Through engaging in cultural activities, we offer valuable learning experiences that can broaden knowledge. By immersing ourselves in our rich cultural heritage, we not only deepen our appreciation for our roots but also enrich our academic pursuits.

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Membership in the Assyrian Student Association at DePaul offers a numerous amounts of benefits aimed at promoting and celebrating the enriched culture background of the Assyrians and creating a sense of community and belonging. Members of ASA at DePaul will have access to exclusive events such as workshops, educational panels, celebrations that will showcase traditions, history, music, and language. They will have access to educational resources that will involve guest speakers apart of the Assyrian Community. These can open great opportunities for students to learn more about the heritage and how to implant it into the American lifestyle. Above all, the association will be a great place for members to connect and find a place of belonging among those who are passionate and involved with the culture.  

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The goal of DePaul's Black Student Union is to establish a unifying network within the black diaspora by exploring intersectionality of the black cultural experience. We aim to provide a space where students feel a sense of belonging through meaningful; programming, activities, and workshops. The Black Student Union fosters an atmosphere that promotes student's academic professional, social, and overall well-being.

The Black Student Union connect to the DePaul University Mission because it serves students, particularly Black students, who are a minority on campus and need a safe space where they can relate to other students like them, engage in familiar cultural activities, and build and serve in their communities. One of the things BSU stands for is community and by building the Black community and teaching others, we build DePaul's community.

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Café DePaul exists to bring students together through coffee, culture, and conversation. We provide affordable, innovative coffee experiences for students on campus, introduce new and unique flavors, and explore Chicago’s diverse café scene. Our mission is to make coffee a bridge for cultural awareness, career development, and social connection.

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Affordable Access: Enjoy specialty coffees at reduced or no cost through club events and tabling.
New Flavors: Try exclusive student-created blends and flavors not found elsewhere on campus.
Café Crawls: Explore Chicago’s neighborhoods and discover unique local coffee shops.
Cultural Awareness: Learn global traditions, sustainability practices, and the cultural stories behind coffee.
Professional Growth: Develop communication and networking skills through workshops and social events.
Community: Build a supportive social circle and meet students from across majors.

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DePaul’s Chinese Studies Association serves the University’s community of Chinese language learners by creating a network wherein students can utilize their language skills and expand their cultural knowledge outside of the classroom.

CSA is committed to fostering a supportive environment for the University's Chinese language learning community and students in our broader Chinese Studies program. By establishing a center for student life among students with shared academic interests in Chinese language and culture, we hope to bridge gaps between academic life, campus life, and getting in touch with our broader Chicago community.

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Benefits of membership include practicing Chinese language skills, networking, and learning more about Chinese culture.

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Delta Gamma offers women of all ages a rich heritage based on principles of personal integrity, personal responsibility and intellectual honesty. Its primary purpose is to foster high ideals of friendship, promote educational and cultural interests, create a true sense of social responsibility, and develop the finest qualities of character.

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Delta Gamma at DePaul University offers members a supportive sisterhood focused on personal growth, academic excellence, and leadership. Members gain access to networking opportunities, mentorship, and alumnae connections that extend beyond college. The chapter emphasizes philanthropy, especially supporting the visually impaired through their "Service for Sight" initiative. Social events, retreats, and campus involvement help members build lasting friendships and strong interpersonal skills. Overall, Delta Gamma fosters a well-rounded college experience centered on values, community, and lifelong bonds.

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The Department of Catholic Studies offers a rigorous, interdisciplinary exploration of the depth and breadth of the Catholic tradition. This study of Catholicism contributes to an informed understanding and appreciation of the Catholic Church and its unique contribution, past and present, to the human enterprise. The Department houses the Center for World Catholicism and Intercultural Theology, an internationally renowned research institute focused on Catholicism around the world–especially in the so-called “global south.”

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Chinese Students and Scholars Association as a students organization has strongly influenced by Chinese culture. The cultural influence of CSSA would contribute its diversity to DePaul University.

The CSSA Organization Mission aligns with DePaul University's by supporting Chinese international students' growth while promoting cultural exchange and inclusivity. Like DePaul's focus on community engagement and diversity, CSSA fosters a supportive environment for student life and academics, integrating students into the university's multi-faith, multicultural community. CSSA's cultural showcases also reflect DePaul's commitment to real-world experiences and global issues, upholding the university's Vincentian values of compassion, inclusivity, and accessibility.

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The DePaul Deutsch Club has been established to further enhance DePaul student and faculty access to German language and culture. We hope to introduce the German culture as one of vibrancy and innovation through social and educational events both on and off campus.

DePaul Deutsch Club aligns with DePaul's mission by promoting cultural understanding and global engagement. We hope to increase perspectives through language and cultural activities and help to build bridges between cultures by fostering cross-cultural communication.

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The purpose of the South Asian Students Association shall ultimately be to cultivate leaders who will strive to maximize the potential, increase the awareness, and preserve the legacy of all South Asians. This purpose will be achieved by not only raising awareness of social, political, and cultural issues relevant to South Asians, but by also providing the opportunity to actively address these issues. The efforts of this organization shall be inclusive to all within the DePaul community.

DePaul SASA has and continues to closely align with DePaul University's mission for over twenty years! We foster an inclusive community with international and national students that promotes cultural understanding, social justice, and respect for diverse perspectives. Through our events and programs, SASA provides a platform for DePaul students to learn about and engage with South Asian culture, traditions, and social issues, enriching the campus community’s global awareness. We aim to create a welcoming environment for students from all backgrounds, reflecting DePaul's dedication to inclusivity and the celebration of diverse identities. Our events, such as cultural celebrations, panel discussions with South Asian Chicagoans, and educational opportunities, are designed to promote values of compassion, community, and respect—core elements of DePaul’s mission. SASA also supports students’ personal and social growth by connecting them to cultural resources and a supportive network of peers ranging from Chicago community organizations to the APIDA room in the Levan center. We are committed to upholding the university’s mission of preparing students to work for the common good, embodying Vincentian values of service and justice, and contributing to a vibrant, culturally rich campus environment. We respectfully request your support in re-approving SASA, so we may continue our work of enhancing cultural awareness, promoting unity, and contributing to DePaul’s mission-driven community! Thank you for your time and consideration.

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DePaul University Korean Association (DUKA) is an organization that serves Korean members at DePaul University. Our mission is to share the Korean culture DePaul community. We seek to facilitate Korean students' involvement, engagement, and leadership development with the purpose of increasing DePaul's affinity as well as the general members of DePaul University.

DUKA connects with the mission of DePaul University as we are an inclusive environment where students can express their interest in Korean culture. Our organization promotes cultural awareness and diversity, as well as a space for students to feel a sense of community. Our inclusive environment supports Vincentian values of respect, social justice, and respect to others.

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We strive to unite sisters in the principles of achieving academic excellence, serving the communities in which we live and learn, preserving the sacred bond of sisterhood among women, and uplifting and advancing a cultural awareness among Latinos and those in our global communities.

As an organization on DePaul's campus, we aim to support all students and provide resources, opportunity and leadership among our members. Through our dedication to community service and cultural awareness, we are constantly asking ourselves what more can be done.

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Thank you for your interest. Please navigate to our Interest Form to be put in contact with one of our active chapter sisters. They will help you navigate your interest in getting involved with our organization.

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The purpose of Lambda Theta Alpha shall be to provide a sisterhood based on unity, love, and respect in an effort to foster the development of strong leaders who will then provide and practice political, social and cultural activities. It shall also be the purpose of Lambda Theta Alpha to promote unity through charitable and educational programs, maintain a higher standard of learning and serve as a voice for all students.

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Gives sisters access to a strong sisterhood, academic support, personal and professional development opportunities, and a network of support and resources. These benefits extend to both collegiate and alumnae members, with a focus on unity, love, respect, and empowering women to excel.

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It is the mission of MESA to answer the call of what must be done within not only the Latinx community of DePaul but also the greater Chicago area. Through facilitating events we will provide mental, social, academic, and professional resources while emphasizing our cultural ties.

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To serve as a governing body, to create and maintain high standards in the life of culturally-based Fraternities and Sororities by addressing, coordinating and developing strategic programming, to unify organizations involved in MGC, to promote higher education, to provide community services, to enhance leadership, and to serve as a liaison between MGC, the other Greek Councils, the university student body, and administration. With these efforts, we hope to improve campus life.

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As a member, one is granted access to participating in bonding Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) events and form a sense of community. Being part of the MGC fosters a strong sense of cultural identity and belonging through shared traditions and values. Members gain leadership experience, networking opportunities, and support systems that promote personal, academic, and professional growth. MGC also encourages collaboration among diverse organizations, strengthening unity and representation within the broader campus community.

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To cultivate a safe space for Native American students to connect with one another as well as open up discussion among peers about Indigenous culture and identities.

The Native American and Indigenous Student Association (NAISA) values inclusivity and our mission is to cultivate a space for all students within the DePaul community. This includes students of all Indigenous identities and non-Indigenous identities. We seek to cultivate a safe space for students to connect with one another as well as open discussion among peers about Indigenous culture and identities, while also raising awareness of social, political, and cultural issues relevant to Native Americans and Indigenous people.

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The Office of Multicultural Student Success seeks to cultivate belongingness, retention and persistence to graduation for students of color, students who demonstrate financial need, first-generation college students, undocumented immigrant students, and students with marginalized genders and sexualities.

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The mission of this organization is to unite students on campus of Serbian
heritage through shared culture, history, language, food, music and
dance. We want everyone in the organization to feel welcomed and a
sense of community, as our end goal is to create unity and friendships
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Serbian Cultural Club's values connect to DePaul University's Vincentian mission in multiple ways. "What must be done" was the foundation for which this club was built off of. We saw that while there were many Serbian students at DePaul, there wasn't a place for us to get together and share our culture and experiences. SCC gives Serbian students at DePaul the opportunity to connect with others in their community, as well as being able to share our culture to all students at DePaul. Serbian Cultural Club also aims to give back to the general Serbian Community by purchasing food from Serbian owned businesses, and donating to Serbian/Balkan Charities.

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The mission of all Beta men is to nurture and further a dynamic, value-based environment which utilizes its diverse multicultural membership as a catalyst:

To create and expand multicultural leadership.
To cultivate honorable friendships.
To advance male success in college and beyond.
To promote culture in a positive manner.
To exhibit standards of excellence in morality, ethics and education.
To better serve the needs and wants of all people by disseminating the diverse culture which we all share.
To nurture values of fairness, opportunity, and the equality of all men regardless of their race, culture, or ethnicity in society.
To help progress our country and the world by enhancing our understanding of one another.

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Membership Benefits of Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc.
Sigma Lambda Beta is a Latino-based fraternity committed to empowering its members through the core principles of brotherhood, scholarship, community service, and cultural awareness. Membership offers:

- Brotherhood: Join a lifelong network of supportive brothers who uplift and challenge one another, fostering deep bonds that extend beyond college. Networking with different Alumni associations and tap into the broad coast to coast network of professional multicultural men.
- Scholarship: Access to academic resources, mentoring programs, and leadership development opportunities to promote personal and professional growth.
- Community Service: Engage in meaningful service initiatives that give back to local communities, allowing members to make a positive impact and develop civic responsibility.
- Cultural Awareness: Celebrate and preserve Latino heritage while promoting diversity and inclusion, encouraging members to embrace and respect all cultures.

Sigma Lambda Beta provides an inclusive space where members grow as leaders, scholars, and socially conscious individuals.

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The mission of Spectrum DePaul is to provide a safe space for students in the LGBTQIA+ community at DePaul University by providing weekly meetings during the academic year that promote socialization among students, explore the multicultural issues pertaining to the LGBTQIA+ community, and provide an outlet to engage in political and social discussion in order to heighten awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues on DePaul’s campuses and in the surrounding areas.

We offer the space for LGBT students to meet and build community.

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SWANA Cultural Association hosted by DePaul University is a group of students of Southwest Asian and North African descent dedicated to the education of the DePaul community at large of the history, languages, and cultures of the SWANA region.

SWANA CA hopes to facilitate a safe space and atmosphere for students to have a community on campus. This shall be done through hosting events and activities throughout the school year. SWANA CA aims to create an inclusive community for individuals from similar heritages and cultures as well as the general DePaul community. In alignment with DePaul University's Vincentian values, SWANA CA is committed to fostering a spirit of dignity, respect, and service in all of its efforts.

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The Center promotes collaborative, interdisciplinary and comparative scholarship, expressive cultural and creative works, and programming that primarily focus on Africa, the Americas and the Caribbean. It seeks to establish reciprocal relationships with other academic units, centers, programs and community organizations and their constituents through community outreach. The center's programs are open to faculty, students and staff, and the community at large.

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We invite individuals and groups from the broader community to participate in intellectually stimulating programs designed to promote scholarship, research, creative and artistic expression of the black diaspora. Our programming involves guest scholars, artistic performances and workshops, colloquia and conferences, book discussions and film screenings that explore issues related to the culture and history of the black diaspora. Center events also highlight the scholarship and creativity of DePaul faculty, students and staff.

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Tutti Insieme's mission is to acquaint students with the Italian language and culture while being consistent and compatible with the Vincentian mission in our activities.

Just as DePaul empowers students through global learning experiences and community collaboration, Tutti Insieme supports the Vincentian mission by fostering a collaborative community that facilitates dialogue, enhances cultural understanding, and promotes global learning.

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The Ukrainian-American Cultural Association of DePaul University is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community that celebrates and promotes the rich tapestry of Ukrainian culture. Our mission is to create a welcoming environment where students can explore, appreciate, and engage with Ukrainian traditions, history, and heritage. Through a variety of cultural events, educational initiatives, and collaborative efforts, we aim to enhance cultural awareness, strengthen cross-cultural ties, and empower students to become global citizens with a deep appreciation for Ukraine.

St. Vincent DePaul's main question was ‚What must be done?‚which we responded by creating an organization that stands behind this statement. Here are our values: 1. Global citizenship 2. A commitment to building community; 3. Social responsibility; 4. Inclusivity; 5. Special attention to the unprivileged and marginalized; 6. Vincentian personalism. 7. Foster integral human development, social mobility, and social transformation.

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The Vietnamese Club at DePaul University seeks to promote a deeper understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Vietnamese culture among participants and the larger university community. To do so, our club has a threefold mission:
Cultural celebration: to honor and celebrate Vietnam’s rich heritage through culturally oriented events, festivals, and traditional holidays. We seek to provide an avenue for students of Vietnamese descent, and others interested in Vietnamese culture, to come together and express their cultural identity in a way that fosters pride and continuity of the culture.
Education: To enhance the academic and social experience of our participants, we offer Vietnamese language classes and workshops, as well as information on other aspects of Vietnamese culture, including history, art, and food. We will also discuss relevant modern-day topics, promoting academic achievement and cultural competence, by expanding the global mindset of student members
Wellness and Mental Health Resources: Provide resources and workshops on mental health, stress management, and self-care, with a focus on addressing the unique challenges international students might face, especially Vietnamese students. Partnering with campus wellness centers to ensure international students have access to culturally sensitive support services is key.

The mission of DePaul University emphasizes respect for the dignity of each person, the pursuit of social justice, and the importance of a diverse and inclusive learning environment. The Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) aligns with this mission by creating a space where students can celebrate and explore their cultural identity, engage in meaningful dialogue, and foster cross-cultural understanding on campus. Through events that highlight Vietnamese traditions, collaborations with other student organizations, and educational initiatives that support personal and academic growth, the VSA contributes to the development of a more inclusive, empathetic, and globally minded campus community core values that reflect DePaul's Vincentian mission.

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This organization seeks to facilitate bilingual speech language pathology student involvement, engagement and leadership development in order to advance the awareness, sensitivity and competence of bilingual issues in the field of speech language pathology. Additionally, it is the mission of this organization to promote initiatives pertaining to bilingual speech language pathology students through a social and professional platform whereby students can interact and collaborate.

The Bilingual SLP Student for Diversity and Inclusion (BSSDI) organization was founded as an extension of DePaul University's commitment to education and its dedication to supporting underserved and underrepresented communities. BSSDI provides a specialized framework for empowering bilingual students in the field of speech-language pathology while fostering a safe and inclusive environment that promotes the growth of diversity and inclusion. Guided by DePaul's Vincentian values, BSSDI emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and cultural competence. It strives to equip bilingual speech-language pathology students with the skills to provide culturally responsive care, understand the importance of interprofessional collaboration, and develop as future leaders committed to driving meaningful change. Through these efforts, BSSDI aims to prepare its members to deliver the highest quality care to the patients they will serve.

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