The Carlson School is dedicated to welcoming a diverse student body and helping each student thrive. In the Undergraduate team, we provide programming, services, and support to first-generation, students of color, and other historically underrepresented students. All are welcome to engage with our team's programs and initiatives.
Student Spaces
We recognize that college life often comes with financial challenges, and not every student can afford all the necessities. In an effort to support our students we have established a "take what you need" closet, located in the EBI Hub (2-180 Hanson), with basic supplies for all Carlson School students to access when in a time of financial need.
Toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shampoo, conditioner, menstrual supplies, etc.)
Household supplies (laundry detergent, dish soap, sponges, cleaning supplies etc)
Sewing and shoe shine kits
School supplies such as pens, notebooks, folders, etc.
Nonperishable lunches that are quick to make (mac and cheese, ramen etc)
Items that could be used during interviews/mentoring opportunities
Water bottles, lunch boxes, etc.
Stop by whenever you need.
Donations are welcomed anytime. Please make sure that all donations are in good shape. New or clean lightly used items are greatly appreciated.
The Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion Hub is a community-based space for students of underrepresented identities in business to connect with peers, relax, and create community. This space is open to everyone with a focus on creating a space to engage in dialogue around topics involving their respective communities.
We validate the multiple dimensions of identity our students hold and recognize the unique barriers and challenges they will encounter within predominantly white academic spaces. Our work aims to equip students to navigate this reality in meaningful ways.
Come to hang out, play a game, color, do a puzzle, connect with resources, or just chill.
If you or your student organization wants to host a social, cultural or community event, you can request to reserve this space at z.umn.edu/EBIHub
Creating an inclusive physical campus means accommodating the spiritual needs of the campus community through spaces that can balance a diversity of religious, spiritual, and meditative practices. Intentional spaces allow individuals to exercise those expressions without disruption.
1-222 Hanson Hall can provide a calm and private space for individuals to exercise expressions of their religious, spiritual, and meditative practices.
The reflection rooms are available for use by all students, instructors, and staff of the Carlson School, and include rugs, pillows, and chairs. These spaces are technology-free areas and are not for individual or group study. Learn more about guidelines here.
Meet Our Team
Eric Ly (he/him)
Director of Enrollment & Belonging
Angie Murray (she/her)
Assistant Director of Diversity Transition & Retention Initiatives
Jeff Williams (he/him)
Coordinator for Diversity Pathway Initiatives & Community Partnerships
Academic Advisor
Jontue Austin (he/him)
Academic Advisor
Jenay Manydeeds-Park (she/her)
Academic Advisor
Lisa Folch (she/her)
Academic Advisor
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Interns
THRIVE Mentors
Emerging Leaders of Color Mentors
Global Scholars Mentors
Outreach Ambassadors
The team hosts regular lunches for students to connect. These include:
LGBTQI2S+
First Gen Student
Power Lunches for Undergraduate Women
Keep an eye on the calendar for all of these events!
Select incoming first-generation and/or historically underrepresented students are invited to join the THRIVE cohort, in which they take Carlson courses, participate in community building and leadership retreats together, and receive peer mentorship. President's Emerging Scholars recipients are also part of THRIVE.
The Global Scholars Program is an initiative to better educate and equip incoming, degree-seeking international students to be successful in their academic, social, and professional endeavors. All Carlson School international students are invited to Global Scholar events throughout the year and provided resources to help build community, develop professional skills, and get questions answered in a safe space.
Questions? email intlbsb@umn.edu
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