Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Clubs & Organizations
Black Student Union
A club where the African American Student can obtain assistance, guidance, and direction concerning their transition to college life. Open to any student. Advisors: Will Brinson, G-242A, 716-614-6258 and Angela Jackson, G-225, 716-614-5979.
Cru at SUNY Niagara
The purpose of this chapter is to build movements of people who are transformed by Jesus Christ. The student-led movements seek to introduce students to Christ, help them to grow in faith, encourage them to passionately live life in a manner consistent with belief in the God of the Bible, and inspire commitment to advancing the purposes of God in the world. Advisor: Ryan Sessman, D-201, 716-614-6724
Native American Club
Meetings take place every Thursday in E-107 from 2-3 p.m. Advisor: Cory Hewitt, D-201, 716-614-6724
Pride Alliance
Provides informal peer group support to discuss concerns of sexual minorities. Advisor: Jesse Goldberg, A-134, 716-614-6741 and Laurie Johnston-Stickney, E-130, 716-614-6750.
Veterans Association The veterans club is open to all students and hosts events such as the Veterans Day Ceremony, overseas care packages, and fundraising to upgrade our Veterans Memorial Park (located near the main entrance of the campus). Advisor: Joseph Potalivo, B-103, 716-614-6283.
Financial Resources
Below, you will find financial resources from SUNY Niagara to a national level which provide links to financial aid, workforce development, scholarships, and internship opportunities. Please check back as we continue to provide more information.
Scholarships
- SUNY Niagara Scholarships – Apply Now
- Purdue University Global – 45+ College Scholarships for Minority Students
- Diversity Scholarships – For Black, Indigenous, People of Color, Women, LGBTQIA+ students
- American Indian College Fund – American Indian College Fund Scholarship Season Begins
- The Waller Scholarship – The Waller Scholarship is a renewable and competitive $5,000 award for graduating SUNY Niagara multicultural students interested in continuing their education at Niagara University. The Waller Scholarship will offer four talented multicultural graduates from SUNY Niagara the financial resources they may need to earn a bachelor’s degree at NU. The $5,000 scholarship can be combined with Niagara’s merit-based award incentives (between $13,000 to $20,000 per year) and other financial aid opportunities to make a university education accessible and affordable to all. To learn more, contact Will Brinson at 716.614.6258 or email wbrinson@niagaracc.suny.edu