Viewbook - Colorado College

"I’m sure some minority students feel [culture shock] when they arrive, but when I really looked at the academics that CC provides, and when I delved into the diversity that is on campus, I just knew that CC was the place to be."

— Verdel Baskin ’99,
English major, college admissions counselor, Hawthorne,California

Finding Common Ground

Colorado College is a welcoming community and we recognize that diversity only makes our community stronger and more compelling. There are a variety of ethnic and cultural groups on campus, including the Black Student Union, the South Asian Student Alliance, and the Jewish Student Cultural Group. The Office of Minority Student Life supports and promotes multicultural programming and events and advises minority students and groups in both personal and academic matters. For a complete list of student organizations click here.

The Glass House

Established in 1997, the Glass House is a permanent residential community that emphasizes cultural and ethnic diversity. Founded by two students who grew up in predominantly black neighborhoods and experienced culture shock when they first arrived at CC, the Glass House sponsors activities that educate the campus community about multiculturalism. Ryan Haywood, one of the founders, puts it this way: "We wanted the Glass House to provide a nurturing living environment ... and an opportunity for us to learn from one another."