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Office News...

The current issue of our newsletter is available, please click here to view it!

New Office Initiatives for 2011-2012 can be found here!

Outstanding Leadership in Multicultural Communities Award Nomination Form due to Luz M. Colon-Rodriguez at Lrodriguez@creighton.edu or in hardcopy format to the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Harper Center, Ste. 3006, by 5:00 PM on Friday, Apri1 2, 2012.

Click here for more information on the Migrant Journey Service Learning Petition for Sheepherders of Colorado!

The Office of Multicultural Affairs would like to thank you for your support of our office and the Fr. John Markoe, S.J. Leadership Program in their fundraiser to enhance student leadership development!

March Events:

The Archbishop Leo Arkfeld, S.V.D. Exhibit & Lecture
Dates: March 22, 2012
Time: 6-8pm
Location: 3028 & Harper 3006
Description: The Archbishop Leo Arkfeld, S.V.D. Exhibit and Lecture commemorates the spiritual life and work of a native of Butte, NE who served the people of Papua New Guinea and was internationally known as the "Flying Bishop". The exhibit is a generous donation from the Arkfeld and the Ohlinger families, the Office of Multicultural Affairs has acquired over 50 pieces of sculptures, jewelry, and other cultural objects. Originally gifts from indigenous tribal leaders to Archbishop Arkfeld S.V.D., these cultural artifacts along with photos from the Archives of the Society of the Divine Word comprise this exhibit. As part of this evening, Father Vince Ohlinger, a nephew of the Archbishop who will be lecturing on the personal life and work of Archbishop Arkfeld and Father Adam McDonald will lecture on the Society of the Divine Word’s mission to Papua New Guinea.This event is sponsored by Creighton University’s Office of Multicultural Affairs and a grant from the Nebraska Arts Council. 2 IDEA units

Please click here to view part of the lecture and exhibit on youtube!

Solidarity Lecture Series: Representation and Human Rights: Politics, Literature and Activism in the Congo (Rescheduled from March 14, 2012)
Date:  March 28, 2012
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Locations: Harper 3029
Description: Dr. Ngwarsungu Chiwengo is a Professor of English here at Creighton University and a native of the Congo who specializes in African literature. She is also the current advisor for Creighton’s African Student Association (AFSA). Her work has appeared in such journals as South Atlantic Quarterly, Journal of Black Studies, and African Literature Association Bulletin. As part of the Solidarity Lecture Series, Dr. Chiwengo will be presenting some of her research and the work that she has done with women in the Congo. (2 IDEA units)

Courageous Voices: Navigating the Waves, Women of Color and Feminism
Date: March 29, 2012
Time: 6-7pm
Location: OMA
Description: This discussion will focus on the intricate bond existing between Women of Color and feminism throughout its existence. The Office of Multicultural Affairs and the Lieben Center will be presenting some background on the feminist movement to begin the discussion. More details to come.

Hui O Hawaii's Annual Luau "Pride of Polynesia: The Voyage”
Date: March 31, 2012
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Kiewit Fitness Center
Description:  Hui O Hawaii's Annual Luau Featuring Chef Roy Yamaguchi, Iron Chef and founder of Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion. Bring an appetite, and flaunt your Hawaiian wear (aloha shirts welcome!). 1 IDEA unit

April Events:

A Night of Comedy: Opening Hearts & Minds!
Date: Friday April 13th, 2012,
Time: 7-8:30 pm
Location: Harper Center Auditorium-Creighton University
Ticket Costs: Creighton Community: Free w/ID; Non-Creighton Students: $10; General Public: $15
Description: Eman Morgan and Dean Obeideallah are two comedians that will be performing. This event is sponsored by the Muslim Student Assocation at Creighton, Arab American Heritage Society, Campus Ministry, Creighton Center for Service and Justice, Creighton Student Union, The Fr. Henry W. Casper SJ Professorship in History, and Kripke Center.
Contact: Naser Alsharif (nalshari@creighton.edu)
 

8th Annual All Nations Pow Wow
Date: April 14, 2012
Time: Begins at Noon
Location: Kiewit Fitness Center
Description: The 8th Annual All Nations Pow-Wow is a wonderful opportunity for Creighton students, faculty, staff, and alumni to celebrate with friends and guests of Creighton in this annual tradition for our campus and the community!


AFSA Annual Banquet
Date: April 21, 2012
Time: 7pm
Location: Harper Ballroom
Description: Save the date for CU’s African Student Association’s (AFSA) annual celebration. Details to be announced!


Step Correct VI
Date: April 28th, 2012
Time: 6pm-9pm
Location: Harper Center Auditorium
A step show competition between Divine Nine Greeks with performances by other step teams both Greek and non-Greek. This event is hosted by CUASA (Creighton University’s African American Student Association).  Tickets are $10, $8 with a canned good, $8 Greek discount, $6 Greek with canned good.

Additional multicultural events hosted by other departments can be found by clicking on Creighton's Diversity Calendar!