Cultural Diversity

Cultural Diversity Services in Student Experience is a team of staff that plays a critical role in providing support to Black and racialized students at the University of Guelph. We aim to foster a supportive, affirming and inclusive campus for students through programming where students can learn about themselves and others, creating spaces for cultural celebration, advocacy and exploring social justice through a diversity and inclusion lens including:

Advising and counselling through our Cultural Diversity Advisor
Mentorship, engagement, and transition programs
Skill-building workshops and training
Community-building and social events
Providing ongoing support to culturally-based student organizations
Volunteer and leadership opportunities

25: student participants in the CORE Mentorship Program F24/W25
31: student participants in the CORE Peer Program F24/W25
16: initiatives in celebration of Black History Month 2025
650+: participants in Black History Month Programming 2025

Resources on Campus

Cultural Diversity Advising

The Cultural Diversity Advisor provides advising and support for students who are Black and racialized. An Advisor is a staff member who provides information about the many supports and resources available to students at U of G. An Advisor can guide and assist you in navigating the university system, explaining and clarifying institutional policies, describing the overarching expectations of students, and facilitating connections with other campus or community supports, resources or services.

Connect with the Cultural Diversity Advisor

Counselling for Black, Racialized, and Students of Colour

Student Experience and Counselling Services have partnered to provide counselling for students who identify as Black and people of colour. Counsellors are mental health professionals who offer a safe, confidential space to talk about personal challenges, experiences of racism and discrimination, or any other concerns impacting well-being. Sessions can be booked in advance or day-of.

Counselling for Black, Racialized and Students of Colour

Programs and Opportunities

We offer intentionally designed programming, events, and environments for students to engage in meaningful cultural dialogue, learn to navigate complex environments and expand the understanding of racial and ethnic diversity on campus through a social justice lens. Programs include social events, networking events, Black History Month programming, and more!

CORE Peer Program

The CORE (Creating Opportunities for Racial Equity) Peer Program is a free program designed to assist first-year Black and racialized students with the transition to life at the University of Guelph.

CORE Peer Program

CORE Mentorship Program

The CORE (Creating Opportunities for Racial Equity) Mentorship Program is a mentorship program for upper-year (second year and above) Black and racialized students at the University of Guelph.

CORE Mentorship Program