About The Carolyn Barber-Pierre Center for Intercultural Life
General Information
What is the Carolyn Barber-Pierre Center for Intercultural Life (CBP-CIL)?
The Carolyn Barber-Pierre Center for Intercultural Life (CBP-CIL) serves as Tulane University's hub for intercultural life. CBP-CIL provides support services, mentorship, leadership development, and other professional development opportunities for students who come from a broad array of backgrounds and cultures.
What are the core programs and services offered by CBP-CIL?
CBP-CIL offers mentorship programs, leadership development, intercultural and global learning opportunities, and also provides advising and support for intercultural student organizations.
Where is the CBP-CIL located, and how can I contact the office?
CIL is located in the Richardson Building on Tulane’s Uptown campus. You can contact us via email at intercultural@tulane.edu or call (504) 865-5181.
Policy and Compliance
How do recent executive orders and the February 14, 1025 Dear Colleague letters from the federal government impact the work of the CBP-CIL?
CBP-CIL upholds Tulane’s commitment to fostering a welcoming community campus environment by offering educational programming, supporting student leadership and organizations, and providing resources to help students from a wide array of backgrounds and cultures to be able to reach their full potential.
CBP-CIL has reviewed our work in tandem with campus stakeholders and we follow Tulane’s antidiscrimination policies because our services and programs are open to all Tulane students and do not discriminate against people based on federally protected categories. We have made some shifts in our strategic focus to ensure all students have access to CBP-CIL. We remain committed to supporting students from various backgrounds while ensuring that all programs and initiatives comply with federal law and Tulane’s mission and values.
How does Tulane address free speech while fostering a welcoming campus community?
Tulane upholds the principles of free expression while actively promoting a culture of respect and inclusion. CBP-CIL provides spaces for dialogue, resources for students experiencing bias or discrimination, and opportunities for engagement on complex social and intercultural issues.
Student Support Services
How does the CPB-CIL support students affected by current national and global events?
CBP-CIL offers discussion forums, support groups, and resource referrals for students impacted by national and international crises. Our team is committed to fostering resilience and community engagement.
What should I do if I experience discrimination or bias on campus?
Students who experience discrimination or bias can report incidents through Tulane’s Concerns Reporting System and by reaching out to the Tulane Office of Student Conduct (504) 865-5516 or by email: conduct@tulane.edu and the Office of Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity. Students can also seek guidance from CBP-CIL to get connected to important campus resources.
Getting Involved
How can students engage with the CBP-CIL initiatives?
Students can participate in events, join student organizations, attend educational workshops and programs, or apply for leadership positions within the CBP-CIL programs.
How can faculty and staff support the work of the CBP-CIL?
Faculty and staff can collaborate with the CBP-CIL through training, event partnerships, and mentorship programs aimed at enhancing student engagement and support.
For further information, visit intercultural.tulane.edu or contact us directly at (504) 865-5181.
