SUNY Oswego offers a wide array of diversity, celebrating the many cultures and customs that co-exist on campus. Students experience diversity firsthand through a number of outlets for involvement.

Hart Global Living and Learning Center is a unique residential community experience that integrates academic and social aspects within a global context. Each semester, residents enroll in a one-credit International Studies (IST 190/390) course in addition to one of many approved global-issues courses. A large number of visiting study-abroad students choose to reside in Hart. Students who wish to experience this living arrangement must fill out an application.

Getting involved on campus is an excellent way to experience diversity at SUNY Oswego. A number of cultural student organizations celebrate their heritage while educating, and sharing it with, the college community. These organizations and clubs often host annual banquets that are open to the public and provide cultural aspects ranging from ethnic foods to costumes and clothing. Other programming includes special lectures and presentations throughout the semester.

Students of the Leadership Education Activities and Development (LEAD) Center  coordinate an annual African, Latino, Asian and Native American (ALANA) Conference. This event raises awareness of the history, culture and contemporary concerns of ALANA students, providing ample opportunities for participants to explore the lifestyles of these populations.