The Multi-Ethnic Cultural and Co-Curricular Programming Advisory Committee (MECCPAC) is a diversity initiative offered through the Dean of Students Office. The committee reviews applications to provide matching co-sponsorship funds for cultural, educational, and multi-ethnic programs that help build awareness and appreciation within the Illinois State community for African American, Latin American, Native American, and Asian American cultures, women, people with disabilities, and gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender persons (GLBT).

Programs Month of Celebration

Latino Heritage......................................................Mid September – Mid October
Disability Awareness..................................................................................October
Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, and Transgender.........Mid October – Mid November
Native American Awareness.................................................................November
Black History..............................................................................................February
Women’s History............................................................................................March
Asian American History...................................................................................April

*NOTE: Programming for targeted groups are not limited to the months indicated. Programs are offered throughout the academic year.

MECCPAC Funding

Registered student organizations, academic departments, the International House, and other groups hosting events that promote diversity education and build cultural awareness and appreciation can apply for funding from MECCPAC for their events. MECCPAC will share financial responsibility to combine resources to promote multicultural programming for approved applications.

Completed applications and budget forms must be received at least 1 month before the event is scheduled to occur to be considered for funding.

Meetings to review applications are scheduled for the following dates: September 22, October 6, October 20, November 3 and November 17.

For more information contact Diversity Advocacy at (309) 438-8968.