You Belong Here
At College of Saint Mary, inclusion isn’t an initiative—it’s who we are. Rooted in the Mercy tradition, we are committed to creating a campus where every student is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive. Led by Advocacy, Belonging, and Community (ABC) Team, we strive to support campus leadership by advancing goals and strategies that foster a welcoming, inclusive environment. Through guidance and collaboration, the team helps cultivate educational experiences where everyone belongs.
Our Commitment
We believe learning happens best in a community where differences are valued and every voice matters. CSM fosters an environment that is welcoming to people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences—so students can show up as their full selves and focus on becoming who they’re called to be.
What Inclusion Looks Like at CSM
- A welcoming campus culture grounded in dignity, compassion, and respect
- Supportive resources that promote student well‑being and success
- Opportunities for dialogue and engagement that encourage understanding across differences
- Academic and co‑curricular experiences that prepare students to lead in a diverse world
sTUDENT sUPPORT resources
At College of Saint Mary, we are committed to honoring the dignity of every person. Our students, faculty, and staff strive to act with respect, fairness, and care, understanding that their choices and actions affect the entire community. Discrimination or harassment in any form is not consistent with our values and is not tolerated.
Discrimination
Any act or failure to act that is based upon an individual or group’s actual or perceived status (sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected status) that is sufficiently severe that it limits or denies the ability to participate in or benefit from the College’s educational program or activities.
Harassment
Any unwelcome conduct based on actual or perceived status (sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected status). If you believe you’ve experience any of there, please view our Bias Reporting page for more information.