The MultiCultural Center (MCC) Advisory Board serves as a sounding board and advocate for the MCC as it interfaces with the university, students, faculty, staff, and community. Our overall mission is to advocate for, advise on, and champion the health, vitality, and sustainability of the MCC as a central hub for equity, inclusion, and cultural expression for the UCSB community. In times of political and/or financial challenges, the Advisory Board stands ready to collaborate with campus leadership to find solutions that uphold the university’s values of supporting student success and excellence.
Additionally, our mission is to ensure that the MCC’s vision and resources remain aligned with its founding purpose — to create and sustain a campus climate where underrepresented voices are heard and all individuals and communities are valued and supported. Accordingly, the Advisory Board provides strategic guidance on programming, policy, and resource allocation to protect and advance the MCC’s role in fostering belonging and justice on campus.
The Advisory Board is a partner to university leadership in decision-making that affects the Center’s resources, programs, or future direction. Consultation with the Board is an essential step in ensuring decisions reflect shared governance and the university’s commitment to equity and inclusion. As an advisory and advocacy body, the Board should be consulted prior to any major changes — including budget adjustments, staffing decisions, or shifts in policy or mission — that may affect the MCC’s ability to fulfill its mission.
Finally, the Advisory Board offers historical context, cultural understanding, and community connections that can help UCSB navigate difficult decisions with wisdom and care. We believe what is best for the MCC is bound with what is best for UCSB.
