Monthly Celebrations
The world is rich with diversity, which is reflected in the observances celebrated by its various cultures and populations. Celebrating and providing 'Monthly Celebrations' will allow us to recognize key diverse initiatives and celebrate our campus community
Black History Month
Our campus annually celebrates Black History Month by offering enriching conversations, presentations and showcases that provide varied perspectives on the lives of Black people from the African Diaspora living in the United States and the world.
Past Events
Sip & Paint
Join the African Student Association for a Black History Month-themed Sip and Paint!
Celebrate Black Voices: Showcase & Open Mic
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating Black artists in a vibrant open mic cabaret-style café! Showcase your talent or bring your art to display. Sign up, and we'll support your performance. Indulge in bottomless Tortilla chips with Salsa and Dip, paired with a refreshing Mocktail.
Black History Aristocrat Trivia
Get in the spirit of the Bridgerton Formal by learning about the first aristocrats of color in European countries and well known royalty in other countries during Black History Month.
Diamond Steppers Black History Month Performance
Come out and celebrate Black History Month with the Diamond Steppers! Black History Month was created to focus attention on the contributions of African Americans to the United States. It honors all Black people from all periods of U.S. history, from the enslaved people first brought over from Africa in the early 17th century to African Americans living in the United States today. Our team would like to showcase our people’s history over time.
Resources
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month (LHHM) is celebrated annually from September 15-October 15 to acknowledge the history, culture, and contributions of Americans whose ancestry can be traced to Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Spain.
Past Events
The Haudenosaunee Seneca Cornhuskers: Talk and Dollmaking with Toni Scott and Mary Denea
Allegany River Seneca Dancers
Panel Discussion: The Haudenosaunee & the Erie Canal
Exhibit: The Haudenosaunee & the Erie Canal
Resources
Pride Month
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month is celebrated each year in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan.
Events
TBD
Resources
Tips for Authentically Owning Your Coming Out Experience
Native American Heritage Month
November is National Native American Heritage Month. The history of Native American Heritage Month dates back to 1900 when Dr. Arthur Caswell Parker, a Seneca and Founder of the National Congress of American Indians, first advocated for a day to recognize this country’s indigenous population. In November 1990 National American Indian Heritage Month was approved.
We encourage you to celebrate and learn about National Native American Heritage Month and take time to acknowledge the legacy of Native Americans and celebrate their many contributions.
It’s also important that we support members of our Native American/Indigenous community and appreciate the rich diversity they bring to our learning experiences.
Events
Join us on November 20 at 5:30 p.m. in the University Room of the Frame-Westerberg Commons for a special screening of Sky Woman Women, a powerful film by Dara Friedman. In observance of Native American Heritage Month, this event will feature fellowship, food, and a post-screening panel discussion featuring the film's director Dara Friedman. Sky Woman Women explores themes of identity, culture, and the resilience of Native women. Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with the film and its creators in an intimate and thought-provoking setting.
Please RSVP here, if you are planning on attending.
Resources
https://nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/
https://www.cnn.com/2019/11/02/us/national-native-american-heritage-month-trnd/index.html
Women's History Month
Women's History Month is an annual observance dedicated to recognizing, honoring, and celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of women throughout history. It is celebrated during March in many countries around the world. The month-long event serves as an opportunity to highlight the often overlooked or marginalized achievements of women across various fields and cultures. Women's History Month has its roots in International Women's Day, which was first observed in the early 20th century as a way to advocate for women's rights and equality. In the United States, the movement to recognize women's historical contributions gained momentum in the 1970s. In 1981, Congress passed a resolution to establish a national Women's History Week, which eventually evolved into Women's History Month.
The main purpose of Women's History Month is to raise awareness about the significant roles women have played in shaping society, culture, science, politics, and more. It aims to challenge and break down stereotypes, as well as inspire future generations by highlighting the achievements of women from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Past Events
Open Mic - Resistance and Joy: Advocating for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion