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A Culture Of Belonging

Empower every Voice, Inspire Possibilities

Straight from the Nest

Faiza Ahmed
Lys Maurer
Hannah Foust
Sarah Bower
Logan Moyer
Shannel Jiminez

“Susquehanna has a really close-knit community. Everybody is so interconnected with each other, regardless of race, ethnicities or where people come from. Everybody is equally invited to be integrated on campus and get involved.”

Faiza Ahmed ’26

“I would describe the community at Susquehanna as very welcoming, very inclusive and like a giant family.”

Lys Maurer ’26

“Everybody is appreciated for all of their differences and there’s a sense of unity among all the students, even though we’re all different in our own amazing ways.”

Hannah Foust ’26

“I chose Susquehanna because of the community. When I came on a tour and to an event day, my family and I were met with warm smiles, and we felt at home. I’m also a first-generation student, and Susquehanna was here every step of the way. It can be a confusing and difficult time for first-generation students and their families, but at Susquehanna, we felt very supported and like the faculty and staff cared about me and my journey.”

Sarah Bower ’25

“I would describe the community here at Susquehanna as very welcoming and very diverse. Everybody knows everybody. It’s nice. You walk around and you always run into people you know. Everybody is very supportive.”

Logan Moyer ’25

“Language Lane was an event that made such an impression on me because, as a first-generation American student from the Dominican Republic, it was nice to see a space dedicated to inclusion.”

Shannel Jimenez ’27

More Than Metrics

30%

of students identify as first-generation

Top 100

of U.S. institutions for socio-economic diversity for a decade

Source: New York Times

4/5

stars in the 2024 Campus Pride index, reflecting our commitment to being a supportive and inclusive community.

99%

of students receive financial aid through academic merit scholarships and need-based grants

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

HAWK’S EYE VIEW

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Shannel Jimenez ’27

History, Philosophy & Sociology

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Lys Maurer ’26

Criminal Justice & Psychology

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Brett Hernandez-Marin ’25

Publishing & Editing

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Oliver Luce ’27

Philosophy & Psychology

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Julius Glover ’25

Luxury Brand Marketing & Management

Shannel Jimenez ’27 finds community through Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, a historically Black Greek organization on Susquehanna’s campus.

Lys Maurer ’26, a first-generation student, felt that she could acclimate easily to Susquehanna’s way of life with resources to help.

Brett Hernandez- Marin ’25 builds community on campus with the Association of Latinx & Allied Students, expressing culture and connection.

Oliver Luce ’27 shares the unique ways he sees the world as an international student in his classes, on campus and in the community.

Julius Glover ’25 advocates for students of color and beyond through his work with the Center for Diversity & Inclusion.

The College Tour

Sense of Belonging

Pride At Susquehanna

We’re proud to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community at Susquehanna. With events like the annual Pride celebration on Kurtz Lane, organizations like the Gender and Sexuality Alliance and spaces like the Erynn E. Reiss LGBTQ+ Resource Center, we provide opportunities for connection, support and celebration of all identities.

Spirituality & MEaning

Whether you engage life’s biggest questions from a secular, religious, or spiritual perspective — or find yourself on a journey where labels don’t easily fit — we welcome you to explore what matters most.

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Center for Diversity & Inclusion

Here, we celebrate the differences and recognize the similarities among all members of our campus community.

Participate in community engagement, events, cultural enrichment, training and education to develop meaningful connections for all students who value diversity and social justice.

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ADDED Student Support Services

Reach ScholaRS
and TRIO Advantages

While both programs provide similar benefits, REACH Scholars serves Pennsylvania residents and TRIO helps students from across the U.S. Both provide individualized support to students for their success.

International Student Support

Whether you’re coming for a semester or for four years, we can assist you with academic concerns, housing, cultural adjustment, working on campus and more. Our one-on-one mentoring will guide you throughout the academic year.

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Center For Diversity & Inclusion

514 University Ave.
Selinsgrove, Pa. 17870

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