Over the past few decades, the global marketplace has evolved. More international business transactions take place. Team members may be spread throughout the globe. And with that, many companies now seek individuals who can demonstrate cultural competencies – like language skills – when hiring for positions. Dr. Jason Jolley, head of the modern and classical … [Read more...] about Learning a language? What you really need to know
Cultural competence is never more apparent than when international students call Missouri State University home. Upholding a pillar of Missouri State’s public affairs mission is a cause for celebration. To celebrate the diversity and culture of MSU, students share their history and heritage. International Education Week is a celebration of the more than 1,500 students from more … [Read more...] about Campus community to honor International Education Week
Native American Heritage Month has a goal of affirming and celebrating the identities of individuals who are often erased from history. The office of multicultural programs at Missouri State University has scheduled a lineup of events for the month of November to help meet that goal. Events are free and open to the public. “The month brings us together to make a commitment to … [Read more...] about University to honor Native American Heritage Month
The LGBTQ+ community is often marginalized and not given a voice. Missouri State University strives to make campus a place of inclusion for everyone. The Office of Multicultural Programs will host multiple events in October to honor LGBTQ+ pride. “This month will give students the chance to engage with a community often ignored or erased from our knowledge and understandings of … [Read more...] about Show your pride this October
Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.” In hopes of opening dialogue, breaking down communication barriers and deepening cultural consciousness, Missouri State University developed the Shattering the Silences series in 2013. Diversity Fellow Adena … [Read more...] about First step to discussing topics of diversity: Shatter the silence