Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CCM’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is working with guest facilitator Dr. Nicole Robinson, creator of Cultural Connections By Design, to organize area-specific workshops with each academic division at CCM to address the unique challenges and situations within each area.

In March, CCM’s DEI Committee will welcome six students to serve with the group; these students represent a variety of CCM disciplines including Musical Theatre, Media Production, Make-Up and Wig Design, Flute Performance, Arts Administration and Saxophone Performance.

The committee is also working to support student and faculty-led DEI projects with $10,000 in funding from CCMpower. The committee plans to open applications to CCM faculty and students to apply for DEI project funding in March.

DEI Committee faculty members are also working to organize more inclusive offerings like last week’s film screening and Q&A presentation about “Boogaloo: The Greatest Story Never Told,” a dance documentary by Bryce Hill and Levant Obulie that shared the untold story of the most influential but least known music and dance phenomena of the last half century. The committee is also planning a theatre arts workshop on Acting and Disability this spring, with more details to be announced. The next installment of CCM’s Amplified Voices series welcomes guest artist Dr. Quinton Morris, founder of nonprofit organization Key to Change, for a presentation at 5 p.m. on March 8 in Tangeman University Center’s MainStreet Cinema.

Outside of events specifically organized to promote and discuss creative DEI projects and initiatives, the college's performing ensembles are committed to expanding the canon of classical music by featuring more diverse repertoire by BIPOC, women and contemporary composers in CCM performances. This recently included student-led, sold-out performances of Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges’ L’Amant Anonyme and a CCM Philharmonia performance that featured Kutimbua Kivumbi (Stomp the Dust!) by CCM alumnus Shawn Okpebholo (DMA Composition, '07). Join CCM Choirs and the Philharmonia on March 11 for a performance that honors women through the healing power of the human voice, featuring Jeanne Louise Farrenc’s Symphony No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 36, John Harbison’s Mirabai Songs and Francis Poulenc’s Stabat Mater.

African American Cultural & Resource Center (AACRC)
The AACRC’s primary focus is to address the academic, social, spiritual, and cultural needs of the Black student population. The AACRC supports the mission of the university by recruiting and retaining students at UC. 

Bearcats Pantry
The UC Bearcats Pantry and Resource Center provides free food, hygiene items, cleaning supplies and professional clothing to students of all backgrounds with food and other insecurities.

CCM Black Student Association
The CCM Black Student Association (BSA) strives to support, empower, engage and connect (SEEC) the black students of CCM. The association's goal is to build strong positive relationships within our college, across our campus and throughout our community.

Dean of Students
The Dean of Students Office serves students and their families as they navigate the collegiate experience through support services and resources committed to students’ advocacy, safety and well-being.

Ethnic Programs & Services
The Office of Ethnic Programs and Services provides quality programs and services that encourage academic excellence, positive social interaction, cultural enrichment, student leadership development and community service.

International Student Services
The International Student Services office exists to support UC’s global students, scholars and staff. We advocate for you and work every day to meet your needs, from immigration advising to social interaction. We want to make sure that this message is clear from the moment you step foot on campus: You are welcome here.

Ombuds Office (Conflict Management)
The Office of the University Ombuds is a safe place for all members of the UC community to talk about university related conflicts, issues or concerns.

Student Organizations
One of the best ways to get involved at UC is by joining a student organization. The University of Cincinnati is home to over 500 student organizations that support a variety of interests. These interests range from political/activist, cultural, academic, social and many more!

UC Counseling and Psychological Resources (CAPS)
Students and members of the UC community concerned about students have access to mental health crisis care and consultation 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

UC Crisis Emergent Services/Suicide Prevention
We offer 24/7 phone crisis access to students wo are in need of immediate support through telephone consultations or after hours crisis support.

UC Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact 
A comprehensive resource that shares university-wide initiatives focused on Equal Opportunity and Access, Gender Equity and Inclusion (Title IX), Community Impact, Title IX Sexual Harassment procedures, Workshops and Events.

UC LGBTQ Center
The LGBTQ Center supports the mission of UC through a commitment to diversity, equity, leadership development, and intellectual inquiry with particular respect to sexual orientation and gender identity.

UC Student Wellness Center
The Student Wellness Center empowers students to make informed decisions regarding their health and wellness by providing evidence-based education, inclusive resources, and non-judgmental support.

UC Veterans Programs and Services
If you are a current member of the United States Military, a veteran, or an eligible dependent of a veteran, you can expect to receive quality and expedient services from our dedicated staff.

UC Women’s Center
The UC Women's Center is committed to the personal and professional growth of women and gender non-conforming students by facilitating action toward intersectional gender equity, promoting social justice, and fostering connections for all students. 

Members of CCM's 2021-22 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee