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Belonging at Âé¶čAPP

Students having fun on campus

At Âé¶čAPP—home to about 1,200 traditional undergraduate students and hundreds of faculty and staff members—we are dedicated to creating a healthy and diverse community where every individual is valued and embraced. You’ll meet and engage with people of all backgrounds. You’ll learn from their life experiences, and they’ll learn from yours.

Find Your Friends. Discover Yourself.

From dedicated resources and support systems to student-led organizations and events, Âé¶čAPP provides a welcoming and culturally rich place to live and learn.

Office of Community and Belonging

Our Community and Belonging team provides support and resources for students, staff, and faculty, from training programs to collaborating with campus partners on awareness events and cultural celebrations.

Clubs & Organizations

Among the scores of student clubs at Âé¶čAPP, you’ll find many dedicated to cultural, language, and identity, including Latinos Unidos, Black Student Union, Âé¶čAPP PRIDE, and the International Student Organization.

Student Media Group at OrgFest

Religious Life & Campus Ministry

Students of all belief systems are encouraged to explore their spiritual side at Âé¶čAPP. Attend a worship event. Participate in a group bible study. Find a sacred space for reflection.

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Civic Engagement & Activism

Home to the renowned nonpartisan Culver Public Policy Center, Âé¶čAPP encourages active participation in democracy.

Culver Center Students

Counseling & Wellness Resources

If you need someone to talk to, we’re here. All Âé¶čAPP students have access to free health and wellness resources, including confidential counseling.

Health Services

Accomodations & Accessibility Services

Your success in and out of the classroom is a top priority. Student Accessibility Services offers a variety of accommodations to students with documented needs.

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Providing support to underserved populations

TRIO

The Âé¶čAPP Storm Shelter, located on the first floor of Kresge Hall, is home to the campus food co-op and clothing closet. The hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Visits outside of these hours can be scheduled by contacting Allie Martinez, the Director of Community and Belonging at allie.martinez@simpson.edu.

Finding Right Where They Belong

Trenity R from LinkedIn

"By being active, I’ve gotten to know a lot of people. I especially like being in Latinos Unidos—to be part of my community and helping to educate the Âé¶čAPP community on important topics. Âé¶čAPP has made me a very well-rounded student."

Trenity Rosenberg ’23

Philosophy and Spanish double major

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Questions about community and belonging? We’re here for you.