Office of Intercultural Student Affairs
Creating a campus where all belong
The Office of Intercultural Student Affairs (OISA), located on the first floor of Solhberg Hall, seeks to maintain a climate that values diversity through programming, outreach, and support for all members. In addition, committed to providing quality events to promote diversity beyond food, fashion, and festivals. The office meets this objective by focusing on the critical components of diversity through campus dialogue forums, academic presentations, and diversity-related workshops and seminars. These events complement and support the university’s educational mission.
How to get involved
- Attend events: Join cultural celebrations, panels, and campus-wide programs.
- Join a club: Become a member or attend a meeting to meet others and get involved.
- Explore on myNPU-Engage:
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- Browse the Organization directory
- View upcoming events and activities
- Contact student leaders directly through their org pages
Cultural organizations
As part of our mission to encourage greater integration of in-class and out-of-class student life, we invite you to get involved with one or more of these student groups:
- African Cultural Club
- Black Student Union
- East Asian Student Association
- Latin American Student Association
- Latinas Unidas
- Middle Eastern Student Association
- Muslim Student Association
- Pacific Cultural Association
- Queers and Allies
- Rising Dreamers United
- Scandinavian Student Association
- South Asian Student Association
The Collaboratory for Urban and Intercultural Learning
The Collaboratory is North Park’s diversity center and a vibrant space where faith, culture, and knowledge intersect. We partner with departments across campus to create curricular and co-curricular opportunities that connect students’ in-class learning with out-of-class experiences.
The Collaboratory hosts conferences, leadership forums, cultural events, and community outreach projects that promote awareness and engagement with issues of diversity, culture, and communication.
Annual Intercultural Awards Ceremony
Each spring, the Office of Diversity and Intercultural Life hosts the Annual Intercultural Awards Ceremony—a celebration of student, staff, and alumni achievements that reflect North Park’s commitment to diversity, advocacy, and justice. All are welcome.
Recognizing graduating seniors who:
- Served in executive roles (President, VP, Treasurer, Secretary) of a cultural organization
- Worked in the Office of Intercultural Student Affairs for at least 1.5 years (3 semesters)
- Served as an SGA Diversity Representative
Honorees receive the Diversity Leader Graduate Stole.
Celebrates a faculty, staff, or administrator who advances interculturalism, restorative justice, or racial reconciliation.
Awarded in partnership with the Office of the Provost to a senior who demonstrates sustained leadership in advancing North Park’s intercultural identity on campus or in the community.
Recognizing individuals or groups who significantly contribute to a more inclusive and intercultural campus culture.
Honors a North Park alum for their continued service and advocacy in fostering diversity and inclusion on campus and beyond.
OISA news & events
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Intercultural Awards Ceremony Honors North Park Students, Faculty, Alumni
The North Park community gathered in early April to celebrate those significantly contributing to …
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North Park Secures Top 50 Spot for Best Universities for International Students
North Park University has been recognized as one of the top universities for international students …
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North Park University Named a Fulbright Hispanic Serving Institution Leader
North Park University is proud to be named one of the 50 Fulbright Hispanic Serving Institution …
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Office of Intercultural Student Affairs
Sohlberg Hall, first floor
5130 N. Christiana Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625