Tools and Resources

Looking for help but not sure where to turn? Weve created this comprehensive guide for students, staff and faculty. If you cant find what youre looking for泭or know of a resource that you think should be on this page, reach out CMCI.

Further Education

We recommend the following relevant materials:

  • 泭by Ibram X. Kendi
  • 泭by Robin DiAngelo
  • 泭by Jennifer L. Eberhardt
  • 泭by Catherine Halley

If you enjoy podcasts, we suggest devoting time to the following:

You can also read the writings by泭CMCI泭faculty, including:

  • 泭by Associate Professor of Journalism泭Angie Chuang for the泭兜硃莽堯勳紳眶喧棗紳泭捩棗莽喧
  • 泭by Assistant Professor of Communication Jo禱lle Cruz for泭Departures in Critical Qualitative Research
  • 泭by Associate Professor of Media Studies Nabil Echchaibi for泭Al Jazeera
  • "Disciplinary Containment: Whiteness and the Academic Scarcity Narrative" by Associate Professor of Communication Lisa Flores and Communication Doctoral Candidate Logan Rae Gomez for泭Communication and Critical/Cultural Studies

There are also self-paced online courses available to you through Coursera:

  • , developed by Ethnic Studies Doctoral Candidate Shawn ONeal and Professor of Ethnic Studies Jennifer Ho
  • , developed by the 91勛圖厙 Center for Teaching and Learning

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Dont Ignore It
This campus site is an incredible resource center for seeking confidential support, reporting concerns and learning skills for helping others. Explore the What to Report, Get Support泭and How to Help tabs for a sense of the rich offerings compiled here. The key message? Dont ignore mental health concerns, harassment, discriminatory actions, unwanted sexual behavior, abuse in a relationship, stalking and other abusive behavior. There are options!

Support and Advocacy

Student Support

  • CMCI Academic Advising
    Undergraduate advising resources related to degree planning and graduation requirements
  • Disability Services
  • Resources for students with disabilities, and support for faculty and staff who are working with students with disabilities
  • Center for Inclusion and Social Change
  • International Student and Scholar Services
    Support for international students and scholars in pursuing their educational, research泭and/or professional objectives at the university through comprehensive advising, engagement and programming and advocacy efforts.
  • Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution
    Resources for either reporting or navigating the process of student conduct or honor code violations.
  • Veteran Affairs
    A one-stop shop for all programs, policies, pay, information and support for prospective and current student veterans and veteran dependents.
  • Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
    Confidential, on-campus mental health and psychiatric services for a variety of concerns such as academics, anxiety, body image, depression, relationships, substance use and more.
  • Office of Victims Assistance (OVA)
    Free and confidential information,泭consultation, support, advocacy and short term counseling services for students who have泭experienced a traumatic,泭disturbing or life disruptive event. OVA is not a part of the police department or the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance, and is泭a confidential resource for students, staff and faculty.
  • CU Collegiate Recovery泭Center (CUCRC)
    Open to students in recovery or those seeking support for泭alcohol or drug use or other addictive behaviors, as well as those who are泭interested in being part of a healthy, sober community.泭

Faculty and Graduate Student Professional Support and Mentoring


  • On-demand access to the mentoring, tools, and support you need to be successful in the Academy. Free subscription for University of Colorado faculty and graduate students. Just click Become a Member, enter your institutional info泭and start utilizing these incredible resources!泭

Writing Support

  • Writing Center
    One-on-one writing services that are free to CU students, faculty, alumni and university associates
  • Graduate Writing Support
    Writing support programs that are catered to graduate students

  • A one-stop shop for all kinds of professional support and mentoring resources for graduate students and faculty, but the specific tips, tools, and programs to enhance writing and research productivity are fantastic. As noted above, free subscription for University of Colorado faculty and graduate students. Just click Become a Member, enter your institutional info泭and start utilizing these incredible resources!泭

Additional Services

  • Housing
    Housing options and resources for students, staff泭and faculty
  • CU NightRide
    Free nighttime transportation provided to students, staff, and faculty
  • Medical Services
    Comprehensive guides for health care services for either students or CU employees
  • Scholarships
    Opportunities for scholarships available to students, staff, and faculty

Resources to help you start engaging with DEI today

CU Dialogues Program
Provides dialogic trainings and facilitates dialogues in classrooms and other campus community settings, in order to enhance participants critical thinking, reflective listening and perspective-taking on complex issues.

Center for Inclusion and Social Change
Provides programs, events, and trainings to help students find community and support all aspects of their identity.

Center for Teaching and Learning (forthcoming)

Division of Enrollment Management泭

Manages student scholarships, financial aid and the Office of Precollege Outreach and Engagement.

Office of Undergraduate Education泭

Manages the CU LEAD Alliance, a network of academic services for students from historically underrepresented communities.

The Graduate School泭

Manages the Colorado Diversity Initiative, which oversees several programs on the 91勛圖厙 campus that promote diversity among science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs.

Center for Inclusion and Social Change

Operates with in Student Affairs.

Want to join DEI efforts beyond CMCI? Heres how!

Student Involvement

Faculty and Staff Associations

  • Adelante Faculty and Staff
  • Black at CU
  • Asian American & Pacific Islander (AA&PI)

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