The Center for Academic Support and Diversity (CASD) is a one-stop, student support center, which serves as the anchor of retention efforts for multicultural and first-generation students.  The CASD has the primary responsibility of providing academic and student support services and programs which assist in the recruitment, matriculation, retention and graduation of these students, including the following student populations:  African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, Native American and eligible first-generation, low-income and disabled students.  The Center for Academic Support and Diversity works cooperatively with other programs and services and faculty and staff on campus, as well as organizations within the extended community to achieve its mission.  The Center for Academic Support and Diversity consists of:  The Office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, Multicultural Retention Programs, PreCollege Programs, Student Support Services (SSS) and the Multicultural Education Center (MEC).  For more information visit the Foundation Center at 717 W. Irving Street, call 424-3080.