Get involved

CILA offers VanCougs a wide variety of diversity-focused activities, groups, events, and opportunities to choose from on campus.

Join a student organization

Discover new passions, skills and friends by joining a student organization. Student organizations offer VanCougs the chance to build community, support each other, and celebrate their identities.

CILA works closely with these student organizations and associations on campus:

  • Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Association
  • Black Scholars Association
  • Black, Indigenous, and Students of Color Coalition
  • Cougar Pride
  • Crimson Group
  • Destino
  • Disabled Students’ Association
  • First Generation Student Association
  • International Student Association
  • LatinX Student Association
  • MEChA
  • Muslim Student Association
  • Native Student Association
  • Vietnamese Student Association

Connect with student clubs

Tips on contacting a student organization

  • Launch Coug Presence.
  • Choose the Organizations tab.
  • Pick a category.
  • Choose a student organization.
  • Learn more about their meeting times, contact info, and upcoming events.

Start a new student organization

Thinking about starting a new diversity-based organization or association? The CILA team can guide you through the process, from filling out registration forms to finding an advisor.

Resources for student organizations

Apply to be a CILA Student Leader

Our team of Intercultural outreach and retention leaders coordinate workshops for students on campus and for students at local service-based high schools. Topics include: self-care, cultural and gender identity development, and the connection between power and privilege.

By being a student leader, you'll get the chance to:

  • Mentor new students
  • Help your fellow VanCougs learn and grow
  • Build meaningful connections across campus
  • Feel like a part of the campus community

Want to make an impact? Contact CILA at van.cila@wsu.edu to learn how to join the student leadership team.