About the Unity Center

About the Ida Cerezo O’Donnell Unity Center

The Ida Cerezo O’Donnell Unity Center at Massasoit Community College is dedicated to supporting international students and promoting global education across the campus community. Here, students can build meaningful connections, celebrate diversity, and explore the intersections of their identities—including ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, culture, and more. It provides a welcoming environment where students from around the world can access essential services, cultural programming, and academic support. Through advising, intercultural events, and global learning initiatives, the Center empowers students to thrive both personally and academically, while fostering a deeper understanding of international perspectives and cross-cultural exchange.

Inclusion Statement
At Massasoit Community College, we believe that internationalization and inclusion go hand-in-hand. Our Center celebrates the rich cultural diversity that international students bring to our campus. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment where students from around the globe feel supported, valued, and empowered to thrive academically, socially, and personally. Through cross-cultural engagement, enrollment guidance, student visa advising, and academic support, we build bridges that connect people, ideas, and communities across borders.

Mission
The Unity Center at Massasoit Community College is dedicated to supporting the success and well-being of our international students. We provide comprehensive services— including enrolment, student visa counseling, academic advising, and cultural orientation—to help students transition smoothly into life and learning in the United States. We empower students to achieve their academic goals, explore leadership opportunities, and grow as globally minded citizens.

Vision
To be a regional leader in international student support and global education by creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally connected campus community where all international and domestic students are inspired to succeed and contribute meaningfully to a diverse world.