Grounded in the Benedictine tradition of hospitality, the Center for Intercultural Learning and Inclusion serves as a safe space where all Saint Anselm College students can drop in to meet new friends and enjoy relaxing conversations.

MISSION

The Father Jonathan Center for Intercultural Learning and Inclusion is a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive space for students to learn, and develop intercultural understanding and feel a strong sense of belonging. We are committed to celebrating different traditions, cultures, identities, and experiences by offering programs and activities that inspire and promote student empowerment, unity, and cultural competence.

VISION

The Father Jonathan Center for Intercultural Learning and Inclusion envision a campus where every student feels seen, heard, valued and supported-empowered to explore diverse identities, engage in meaningful cross-cultural dialogue, embrace interculturalism, fostering mutual respect, cultural learning, understanding, and appreciation, in order to nurture a campus wide culture of belonging and positive social change.

 

Contact

Email:interculturalcenter@anselm.edu
Phone:603-222-4282
Location: Robert and Francine Jean Student Center Complex, first floor
Administrative Office Hours: Mon.–Fri.: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Intercultural Center is open 24 hours.

We need to become a college community that, because of our Catholic Identity, intentionally and deliberately reaches out with open arms and open minds to all people and to the truth wherever it is found.

— Fr. Jonathan DeFelice, O.S.B.

Student Organizations

Transitions students conversing on the quad

Meet new people. Learn about yourself and others.

Become a global leader.

Out of the more than 80 active clubs and organizations, several are dedicated to promoting cultural exchange. These groups are encouraged to collaborate with the Center for Intercultural Learning and Inclusion and to use our lounge area for meetings and events.

  • French Club (La Societe Francaise)
  • International Relations Club
  • Irish/Gaelic Society
  • Men of Color
  • Multicultural Student Coalition
  • Muslim Student Association
  • True Equality and Dignity Alliance (T.E.D.A.)
  • Women of Color

Intercultural Center News