Mitchell-West Center For Social Inclusion

Welcome

The Mitchell-West Center for Social Inclusion is privately funded and offers academic support services at the University of North Alabama. The Center is dedicated to cultivating inclusive learning environments and fostering a sense of community.

Our core mission is to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and encourage interdisciplinary collaborations, with the hope of creating transformative, sustainable, and equitable partnerships.

The Center is welcoming to all and serves as an accessible resource hub for students, faculty, and staff. The Center upholds our commitment to empowerment, equity, and inclusion through our outreach, collaborations, and research endeavors. With each initiative, we pave the way towards belongingness on campus and in the community.


Freed Between the Lines: A Banned Books Event Join us next Friday, September 27th at 11 am to celebrate your right to read with a book giveaway, stickers, and bookmarks. Support your favorite banned or challenged author with a note of encouragement.
What an honor to have the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, Chuck Hoskin Jr., join us on campus last week for our ‘Tears and Triumphs’ mural unveiling honoring North Alabama’s First Peoples. A shout out to Kilby 4th grade fo
Happy Bisexuality Awareness Week! 🌈 This week, we honor and uplift the bi+ community, celebrating the diversity and authenticity of every bisexual identity. Let’s continue to embrace love in all its forms. #BiAwarenessWeek #CelebrateBisexualit
I2E2 Part 2 | A community collective art project! Our very own take at creative placemaking out by Norton courtyard. We had the best time!! Be sure to go check it out, while the weather is beautiful! β˜€οΈ #MyUNA #BuildingTogether #Community #PlaceMakin
Did you know that September is Guide Dog Month!? You may have even seen a few guide dogs around campus. Join us next Wednesday, Sept. 25th at 11 am to learn more! We will have Disability Support Services and some special guests joining us! You won&rs
I2E2 Part 1 | Creative Placemaking with Derick Silcox, the Mayor of Leighton, Alabama We loved this talk that focused on engagement within communities to ensure they are healthy and thriving! Some of the techniques Derick is using in Leighton are fo
Join us tomorrow in the GUC Atrium from 11 am - 1 pm in celebrating International Day of Peace as we come together to promote harmony, understanding, and unity. Let’s create a world where peace is not just an ideal but a shared reality. Togethe
The Volunteer Fair was a hit!! We loved to see everyone come out and engage with the amazing organizations who are doing important work in the Shoals! Students - never forget that YOU can help make a difference. #MyUNA #Volunteer #FindYourPassion
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Day with @una_scs out on Rivers Patio!! Thank you so much for helping to spread hope, kindness, and understanding. You are not alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. 🫢 988 is the Suicide Ho
Coming soon: Volunteer Fair! Students!! We’ve got something exciting for you!!! We have 16+ local organizations coming to campus to share about how you can get involved! Whether you need volunteer hours or you just have a passion for giving b
Anime Night!! We had one of the best conversations EVER!! We love that you love anime. We even had some students interested in getting together and watching together.. Do we feel like an Anime Club is on the horizon??? #MyUNA

Upcoming Events

The Mitchell-West Center for Social Inclusion is privately funded. The events held by our office are open to the campus community and do not utilize state funds.