Belong at Keystone
Learn about the many ways that we celebrate community on campus. We acknowledge and embrace the importance of community in today’s world.
The Keystone community experiences a rich and engaging campus life. We provide many opportunities to learn about other cultures and lifestyles. We foster an environment of inclusiveness through respect and appreciation for community.
Contact Us
Student Life
- 570-945-8253
- studentlife@keystone.edu
- Location: Hibbard Campus Center, 2nd Floor
Action and Empowerment Center
Located in the Hibbard Campus Center, The Action and Empowerment Center creates an open and supportive environment for all students and student groups/clubs by encouraging dialogue, collaboration, and exploration of culture, identity, intersectionality, and difference. The center includes Black Student Union and Student Government offices.
Goals for the Center:
- Create a welcoming and supportive environment for the Keystone College campus community.
- Establish a space and avenue for identity celebration.
- Foster meaningful interaction and collaboration between individuals and groups.
- Develop leaders for positive social transformation.
- Enhance student learning and personal growth through intentional programs focused on culture, inclusion, and social awareness.
Student Learning Outcomes for the Center:
- Cultural awareness: Students will acquire and articulate knowledge about various groups and traditions.
- Cognitive development: Students should experience intellectual and social growth through engagement in inclusive learning environments.
- Identity exploration: Students should gain a deeper understanding of their ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and other social identities through participation in programs.
- Leadership: Programs should provide students with opportunities for leadership development in fostering equity and inclusion.
The Q Center for LGBTQ+ Resources
Location: The Cottage
Hours: Same hours as the Miller Library
Director: Jeff Brauer,
jeff.brauer@keystone.edu
570-945-8306
Features:
- Home of OPEN (Opposing Prejudice, Ending Negativity) GSA, which meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:20 p.m.
- LGBTQ+ educational and social activities, events, and programming
- Multicultural library
- Transgender clothing closet
- Informational pamphlets/flyers on LGBTQ+ issues
- Kitchen and spaces for TV, hanging out, and studying
- Open to all LGBTQ+ people and allies
Disability Services
Contact Disability Services
at 570-945-8980.
Campus Ministry
We work closely with the Campus Ministry of Northeast Pennsylvania to promote a caring community for our students, regardless of their faith background.
Contact Campus Ministry
at 570-945-8253.

Safe Zone Campus
The Safe Zone training program for faculty and staff of Keystone College aims to create a visible network of support for LGBTQ individuals and their allies.
Contact Student Life
at 570-945-8253.
“Keystone helped make college more affordable for me so I could pursue my major and choice of sport.”
Khadim Thiam
Hometown: New York City
Major: Accounting
Sport: Soccer