Dorothy Brown shaking hands on stage during commencement

Dorothy Brown & The Cultural Resource Center

Dorothy Brown, affectionately "Mama Brown" worked in the education department of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ from 1986 - 1989. She has been an active member of the local organizations in Greencastle which includes: Greencastle Kiwanis, Putnam County Museum, NAACP, and the Gobin Church. Dorothy Brown has been recognized for her hard work and dedication to making the Greencastle community a better place. After all of her efforts throughout the years, in recognition of her contributions, ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ renamed its Cultural Resource Center to the Dorothy Brown Resource Center in her honor.

Students tabling at the CDI Block Party

Mission

We support student success and facilitate cultural transitions through advocacy, building community, and coaching student leaders.

A group of students at the CDI vision boarding

Vision

Connect to Belong: Foster connections and sense of belonging within ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ’s academic community. 

Grow to Launch: Building on established connections, delve deeper into personal growth and skill development to launch into chosen fields. 

Bond to Bridge: Expand horizons by bridging connections between schools, disciplines, cultures, and communities. 

Effort  to Impact: Translate effort into impact by initiating innovative projects that leave a lasting impact on the Green and Gold Community. 

Student group tabling at the CDI's block party

Values

In alignment with the core values of the University overall and the Division of Institutional Equity

  • Community
  • Culture
  • Equity and belonging
  • Leadership development