You Belong at UAlbany
Intercultural Student Engagement (ISE) is a collective of intentional staff and students who enhance community and belonging on a culturally dynamic campus by fostering intersectional spaces and social justice education through peer led programming.
Our centers and events offer inspirational spaces to build a foundation of personal connections, deepen self-exploration and practice allyship and advocacy skills. We welcome you to have intersectional dialogues and meaningful intercultural experiences to learn more about yourself and others as you prepare to lead in and out of the classroom.
Social Justice Education
UAlbany is home to students across every culture, spirituality, gender, sexuality, ability and more. Discover how to connect more deeply with yourself and present authentically within our community.
Peer Led Programming
ISE Peer Educators lead events from Orientation through graduation. There is always a place on campus for you to learn, connect and grow in each of our centers.
Awards & Recognition
Our diverse student body is celebrated for their leadership, academic accomplishments and community building. Save the date for recognition events to see if you're eligible!
We Foster Social Justice Education, Belonging and an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Climate
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UAlbany is a model of social mobility and flourishing multicultural identity. We continue to break records for Women, LGBTQ+, African, Latiné, Asian and Native American/Indigenous (ALANA) enrollment and student success. Join us.
5-Star Rating
2024 Campus Pride Index
National Listing of LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges & Universities
National 'HEED'
Diversity Award
Since 2018
INSIGHT Into Diversity Magazine
Top Performer
in Social Mobility
2025
Wall Street Journal and US News & World Report
Connections Peer Educators
The Connections Peer Educator program enhances the cultural competency and awareness of the UAlbany community. It promotes a deep appreciation of differences in physical and mental abilities, culture, race, ethnicity, religion, language, national origin, sexual orientation, gender and economic status while providing a forum to discuss social issues and their impact.
This program trains students seeking leadership experience related to diversity and inclusion to become peer facilitators of educational workshops and dialogue to promote diversity and inclusion.
ISE Toolkits and Resource Guides
Gender and Sexuality Resources
Women's Resources
Interfaith Resources
News
UAlbany Students Celebrate Inspiring Figures During LGBTQ History Month
UAlbany students share what LGBTQ History Month means to them.
UAlbany Recognized for Commitment to Diversity with 7th Consecutive HEED Award
For the seventh consecutive year, the University at Albany received the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. UAlbany championed several initiatives over the past year that fostered a welcoming and inclusive environment for its campus community.
Cultural diversity: Students celebrate what Hispanic Heritage Month means to them
UAlbany Students On Hispanic Heritage Month
UAlbany, Girls Inc. Encourage Students to be Life-Long Learners
Now in its 12th year at UAlbany, Eureka! is a free program created by Girls Inc. of the Greater Capital Region that provides girls with an introduction to science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
‘Conceptualizing, Implementing and Sustaining Inclusive Spaces’ Workshop and Speaker Series
UAlbany’s Writing and Critical Inquiry Program is poised to kick off the “Conceptualizing, Implementing and Sustaining Inclusive Spaces” workshop and speaker series, which will run through the Spring 2024 semester, with events open to UAlbany students, faculty and staff, and the broader community.
Our Staff
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Courtney D'Allaird
Associate Director, Great Dane Union
Intercultural Student Engagement
Campus Center B91
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