Center for Community & Cultural Engagement

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Parent icon16%Parents
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Ashleigh Richardson
Ashleigh Richardson
Michelle Chapman
Michelle Chapman
Michelle Davies
Michelle Davies
Kristine Bosman
Kristine Bosman
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Hannah McBrayer & Landon McBrayer
Hannah McBrayer & Landon McBrayer
Mark Gines
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Mathew Sutherland
Mathew Sutherland
About

The Center for Community & Cultural Engagement (CCE) is dedicated to enriching and supporting the entire campus community. We provide comprehensive cultural engagement and educational services to empower students, faculty, and staff, fostering an all-inclusive and vibrant campus environment. CCE’s mission is to support student well-being and success by providing pathways to vibrant community and culture through education and celebration of unique heritage, experiences, and practices. We’re excited to connect with students and explore ways to enhance campus community engagement. Our goal is to better understand student needs and help everyone feel a strong sense of belonging at the University of Utah!

CCE Celebrations are hosted regularly in celebration of various heritage/history months and weeks. CCE actively engages with local and campus communities to facilitate meaningful collaborations and imperatives. By partnering with community organizations, cultural groups, and educational institutions, we strive to address social issues, celebrate cultural heritage, and promote fairness and participation.

CCE provides vital events and programming that support the holistic development of students and the enrichment of campus life. By offering programs that cultivate a sense of belonging and community, the Center empowers individuals to explore different cultural perspectives, develop social skills, and engage in collaborative projects that address community needs.

CCE Sponsored Student Organizations

  • Drag Club: Founded in 2025, the Drag Club focuses on self-expression and the art and culture of Drag! This club is open to all and everyone who would like to build community and explore self-expression in meaningful ways.
  • Culture Connect: Culture connect club was started out of a need from first year students who were unsure of where to find community support after certain centers were dissolved due to HB 261. This club focuses on community connection, networking, and socialization.
  • BGSA: Founded in 2009, the Black Graduate Student Association at the University of Utah advocates for the academic, professional, and social and holistic needs of its community. Open to all, BGSA provides resources, networking opportunities, and support for retention, recruitment, and academic excellence within the black graduate student community and by extension, the general graduate school community.

Your gift this Giving Day helps to further our mission of creating a campus where everyone belongs! To learn more about our work, check out our website here.

CCE Programs and Celebrations
A collage of students participating in CCE-led events and celebrations


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