The mission of Student Diversity and Academic Support Programs (SDP) is to actively recruit and retain academically talented students from ethnic populations that are historically under-represented in Higher Education.  In conjunction with the university's mission, SDP's ultimate goal is to create an environment that provides development, guidance and academic support needed to be successful here at Missouri S&T; while equipping our students with the knowledge and skills needed to transition effectively into society. We encourage student development and leadership in campus and community organizations through involvement in the following areas:

SDP through its programs, partnerships and ongoing assessments of the learning, styles and personality traits will foster an academic environment that will ensure our students success. Through execution of these initiatives, the university will develop a pool of committed and gifted Missouri S&T's ambassadors which could be utilized to recruit other underrepresented minority students to the campus.