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Chapter 4
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-2551-6.ch004
ABSTRACT
In response to increasing student diversity, universities have begun to implement programs that provide
experiences so that students may expand their understanding of cultural differences. This chapter focuses
on the implementation of inter-cultural programming in a large university in the northeastern United
States. The university is highly-selective, draws students globally, and diversity is evident across racial,
ethnic, sexual orientation, national, and religious identities. This chapter focuses on three signature
programs and examines the programs’ underlying theoretical frameworks, program implementation,
and program outcomes. Each program is presented as a case and program evaluation data is utilized to
understand the learning process. The advocacy group is the subject of a mixed methods research project
and preliminary data will be presented. The chapter includes a discussion of best practices and links
theoretical approaches to practice.
Enhancing Intercultural
Competency Though Co-
Curricular Activities in
Higher Education:
Three Examples From an
American University
Wendy M. Green
Cleveland State University, USA
Valerie De Cruz
University of Pennsylvania, USA