The Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is honored to work closely with communities of marginalized identities to support them in creating affinity spaces to network, build community, and share resources. Below, you will find a list of active affinity spaces in the Department.
Students of Color Affinity Space (SOCAS)
The Students of Color Affinity Space (SOCAS) is a student-led organization within the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders founded in 2021 to provide a safe and supportive space for students of color at various points in their educational journey. They welcome students of all educational levels, including undergraduate, master’s, and doctorate-level students.
SOCAS will host a variety of events throughout the year, including:
- Informal monthly meetings to discuss experiences, create a networking community, and create mentorship relationships
- Resource workshops for graduate school applications, scholarships, and other funding opportunities for students of color
- Department-wide cultural learning events to highlight and celebrate various cultures
You can find more information about SOCAS on the Wisconsin Involvement Network (WIN) here: https://win.wisc.edu/organization/csdsocas.