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

  • Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff 2026

    Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 12:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Join Social Change and Intercultural Engagement (SCIE) for free food in the Hughes-Trigg Student Center (HTSC) in observance of Hispanic Heritage...

  • 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...

  • AC Cool Off

    Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 5:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Come join Asian Council for our first event to kick off the semester! We will have a slip n slide among other fun water related activities, as well...

  • Who is HOLA? GBM

    Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:30pm — Private Location (sign in to display) This first event for the HIspanic or Latino Association will be a get to know our association, what we stand for, and what to expect from us for the...

  • 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 Kick-Off

    Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 6:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Join HOLA in kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month. There will be food and activities from all Hispanic and LATAM countries! We can’t wait to see you...

  • ABS General Body Meeting 9/28

    Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:30pm — Hughes Trigg Student Center - Chamber Biweekly Association of Black Students general body meeting