Center for Intercultural Learning and Affirmation

Welcome to CILA 

The Center for Intercultural Learning and Affirmation is a welcoming space where you may explore identity, connect with others and take part in programs that celebrate culture and community. Whether you're looking for support, leadership opportunities or ways to meet new people, CILA offers events, student organizations and a space to be yourself.  

About CILAPrograms and events

Upcoming events

Join us for cultural celebrations, student-led conferences and interactive workshops.
Find upcoming events on WSU Involve and the campus events calendar. 

WSU Involve
Campus Events Calendar

T.H.R.I.V.E. Program 

T.H.R.I.V.E. is a free summer retreat for first-generation, first-year students. Connect with other new VanCougs, celebrate your story, and start building the confidence and skills to thrive at WSU Vancouver. 

Apply to the T.H.R.I.V.E. Program

Campus and community support

Explore resources, services and connections on campus and in the local community to help you succeed at WSU Vancouver.

Full list of campus resources

Basic Needs Resource Center

Report discrimination

If you experience or witness actions that stereotype, harass, exclude or harm someone based on part of their identity – such as religion, ethnicity, disability, sex, language, race or sexual orientation – please report it.

File a report

Questions?

Contact CILA at 360-546-9182 or van.cila@wsu.edu.

Location and hours

CILA is located in the Firstenburg Student Commons, Room 104.

Hours
Day Hours
Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Stay connected

Follow us and discover events happening around campus

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