United Common Ground

United Common Ground is a student organization that will develop, implement, and host learning programs on diversity, multiculturalism, and contemporary issues through: demonstrating tolerance, empowering students, building unity, and promoting diversity.

UCG  educates our campus regarding social issues, cultural observances and creates awareness and understanding of the importance of our unique place within a global society.

Weekly Meeting

Thursdays: 1-2pm Truax Campus

Student Life Office Rm. 140

Organizational Office hours:

Truax Student Life Office Rm. 140
Wed/12:30-2pm Brandon McCarey
Thurs/10-12:30pm Tyler Ganser
 
Downtown Rm. 125
Mon/12:30-1:30pm Ashley Staley or Danielle Bailey
Wed/10-12:30pm Charles Borom

Our cultural calendar includes:

International Global  Showcase

Music, Dance,Theater and Cinema

Black History Month

National Speakers

Discussions regarding race/ethinicity/privilege

Woman's History Month

Environmental initiatives such as  Earth Day.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Book discussions and signings

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Native American Pow Wow

And much more!

If you would like to join UCG and make a difference, contact Student Life Advisor Susana Valtierra, Room 140 Truax Campus, 608-246-6495. svaltierra[at] matcmadison [dot] edu

You can also fill out the UCG interest form here.