CCUSC
Centers for Cultural Understanding and Social Change
Founded as a direct result of campus activism, the UIC Centers for Cultural Understanding and Social Change (CCUSC) work collectively to produce knowledge and shift university culture, validating the multidimensional lived experiences of historically and currently excluded communities. Informed by social justice frameworks, the Centers support students, faculty, and staff as they build a strong identity and sense of belonging, becoming change agents for a more just campus and society. The Centers connect our communities and design intercultural and engaged-learning opportunities, student mentorship programs, cultural programming, advocacy, collaborative research, and community partnerships. Through these efforts, the Centers expand the educational and transformational mission of UIC.
To learn more about the other 6 centers of CCUSC, check out their websites:
CCUSC Collaborations:
Abolition and Disability Justice Heading link
Collaboration with the African American Cultural Center and Disability Cultural Center
Co-sponsored by the Chicagoland Disabled People of Color Coalition (DPOCC) & National Black Deaf Advocates
Heritage Garden Internship Heading link
The UIC Heritage Garden Internship is a hands-on learning project where students work with faculty, staff, and community members to connect horticulture with environmental sustainability, cultural diversity, and social justice
Diversity Community Engagement Program Heading link
The Diversity Community Engagement Program (DCEP) is designed to expand students’ career readiness and community engagement skills through an internship hosted by the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Engagement, its seven Centers for Cultural Understanding and Social Change (CCUSC), and their community partners