Social Change and Intercultural Engagement

Social Change and Intercultural Engagement connects students with opportunities to engage with and learn from the SMU campus, Dallas community, and beyond. The office prioritizes advocacy and awareness through immersive community engagement experiences and social justice education.

In SCIE (pronounced: sky), we help students get connected to experiences they’re passionate about and provide support through our programs. Unsure where to start? Stop by our office in Hughes-Trigg Student Center Suite 218 (Level 2). We’ve got a hangout room and staff who are eager to help you find what you need to get involved!

 

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Intercultural Engagement

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Community Engagement

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First-Generation Initiative

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Connect Mentorship Program

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Veteran Support

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Upcoming Events

  • ABS General Body Meeting 9/14

    Monday, September 14, 2026, 6:30pm — Hughes Trigg Student Center - Chamber Biweekly Association of Black Students general body meeting

  • Alternative Breaks @ SMU: Info Session

    Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 5:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Learn more about Alternative Breaks for the 26-27 School Year and how you can participate! Alternative Breaks at SMU is an immersive, weeklong...

  • Community Close Up: North Texas Food Bank

    Friday, September 18, 2026, 12:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Grab lunch and learn how you can be a part of one of the largest community partners in North Texas! Founded in 1982, the North Texas Food Bank...

  • Hispanic Heritage Month Networking Reception

    Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 5:30pm — EY Gallery - Fincher Building The Hispanic Heritage Month Networking Reception celebrates the idea that community cannot exist without connection. Join students, alumni, faculty,...

  • Community Close Up: Volar

    Thursday, October 15, 2026, 12:30pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Stop by to grab a bite and learn more about Volar and how you can support college access for Dallas youth! Volar empowers and educates students...

  • LGBTQ+ & Allies Networking Reception

    Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 5:30pm — Hughes Trigg Student Center, Ballrooms Join us for a LGBTQ Networking Reception hosted by the Hegi Family Career Development Center, Cox Career Management Center, and the Women & LGBT...

  • AAPI Heritage Month Networking Reception

    Tuesday, April 06, 2027, 6:00pm — Fincher Building - Cox School of Business - EY Gallery Room 1248 The AAPI Heritage Month Networking Reception, hosted by the Hegi Family Career Development Center, Cox Career Management Center, Lyle Career...