The Unity Center provides advocacy for students in a variety of ways. The Center offers dedicated spaces for students to feel affirmed in their whole selves, honoring their unique multiple identities and lived experiences. The Center also works to support community building by bridging connections between students, faculty, staff, alumni, and local community members.
Advocacy
Students of Color Coalition (SOCC)
The Students of Color Coalition (SOCC) is facilitated by Unity Center staff and focuses organizing collaborative efforts amongst students to foster unity and solidarity across the greater Ithaca College community. All members play an important role in giving input and feedback on any and all things that are created by the coalition. Their goal is to use a decentralized structure that holds everyone accountable and responsible for their part in the unity. Efforts range from movie screenings and discussions to town hall meetings. These meetings are typically held monthly throughout the academic year.
Interested in Adding Your Voice?
Contact the Unity Center with questions about SOCC at unitycenter@ithaca.edu.
Hair & Self-Care Closet
Located within the Unity Center, Egbert Hall (Campus Center) Suite #339, the Hair & Self-Care Closet is a new initiative within the office meant to support all students and the holistic wellness of the university community. Students are free to take or leave hair/body care products, braiding hair, and styling tools. If you plan to donate items, make sure they are new or other gently used. Reproductive healthcare items provided by the Wellness Center are also available. The space is not intended for any organized programs or meetings. We are open to feedback if there are other items needed!
Sensory Room
Located within the Unity Center, Egbert Hall (Campus Center) Suite #339, our Sensory Room is a setting where stimulation can be controlled and provided individuals to engage in self-stimulating activities. The room has a wide-range of materials and objects such as: variety of different fidget toys, light therapy box, sensory bottles, dim lighting, sensory panels, soft music, white noise, and soft, low seating. The need for a multi-sensory room can depend on the needs of the users in each setting and support those who gain access to the space, so we are open to feedback if there are other items needed!!!
IC Unity
ICUnity connects Ithaca College groups—including but not limited to students, alumni, families, and other campus community partners, provides a network of dedicated academic and business professionals, opportunities for social interaction, and ways to improve intercultural communication between its members and allies. If you or someone you know is interested in serving as an ICUnity volunteer, please contact the Division of Advancement at alumni@ithaca.edu or 607-274-3194.
