Multicultural Center

Sylvania Campus, CC202, 503-977-4112, culture@pcc.edu

A Little Background

Founded over a decade ago to address the cultural needs of students of color, the Sylvania Multicultural Center provides services that support academic achievement, leadership development, and the retention of students of color. The Center’s mission is to support multi-racial students in receiving academic, social and cultural support. The Center is a central place that nurtures learning and the achievement of personal and educational goals through cultural enrichment, peer tutoring, and mentorship. The Center is dedicated to developing multicultural student leaders and raising awareness of issues related to race and culture on campus.

For more information, read the Multicultural Programs & Services program review.

Programs & Events

Men of Color Mentoring Program

The first Men of Color Mentoring program started January 27, 2009. It is a two term committment for 15 male students of color and continues until June 2009. Read more »

The objectives of the Men of Color Mentoring Program are:

  1. To create an atmosphere of unity for men of color on campus,
  2. To encourage a positive image of men of color,
  3. To support students in achieving their educational goals, while striving for academic excellence and cultural awareness.
  4. To increase the number of men of color enrolled and retained at PCC Sylvania.

The Men of Color Mentoring Program will provide 15 students two tuition-free Career and Guidance courses, on-going academic support, mentorship, and leadership skills. The students will benefit from a supportive and creative group environment, academic opportunities, personal and cultural identity development, and meaningful connections to campus resources through mentorship activities.

Program Benefits

  • A two-term student leadership and retention program for 15 male students of color Winter and Spring 2009.
  • 6 credits of tuition-free Counseling and Guidance (CG) college transferable credits. Instructor permission required.
    • Class is Tuesday 1/27-3/12. A required on-campus Retreat is scheduled for Friday, 1/30 & Saturday, 1/31.
    • Winter 2009: CRN 18455 - CG 191 Exploring Identity & Diversity, T TH 1pm-3pm, 4 Credits, room ST 301
  • Spring 2009: CG 140 Career and Life Planning, T TH 1pm-3pm, 2 Credits, RM TBD
  • Classes will explore topics related to men’s lives, gender and masculinity, racial identity development, student leadership, service learning activities, career exploration and life skills.
  • Individualized Academic Advising and Student Support Services including Peer Tutoring, Counseling, and campus referrals and resources.
  • Matched with a PCC Employee Mentor.
  • Mentor/Mentee Activities.
  • University visitations and field trips.

We are seeking 15 PCC male employees to volunteer as mentors. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer mentor contact the Multicultural Center.

For more information please contact Mak Porotesano, Assistant Coordinator, Men of Color Mentoring Program, Sylvania Multicultural Center at 503.977.4114 or email at makerusa.porotesano15@pcc.edu

Mak's office hours are Tuesday/Thursday 12noon-4:30p.m.

Student Leadership Training Program

The Multicultural Student Leadership Training Program participants staff the Multicultural Center as paid Student Leaders working as Peer Tutors and Student Coordinators. Student Leaders put into practice peer tutoring, advocacy, problem solving, communication skills, program planning and campus activism. The Center's student leaders develop programs and events to foster understanding of issues related to race, ethnicity, and culture on campus.

Services