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Consider this…National American Indian Heritage Month

November 6, 2020 by Priscilla Childress

In 1986 both Congress and President Ronald Reagan proclaimed a week in November as “American Indian Week” and in 1990 Congress and President George H.W. Bush proclaimed the entire month of November be proclaimed “National American Indian Heritage Month” and every U.S. President since has made the same declaration. According to the Library of Congress, “National American Indian … [Read more...] about Consider this…National American Indian Heritage Month

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Paws to the Polls – A Vote is a Voice

October 30, 2020 by Priscilla Childress

Paws to Polls

A vote is a voice. And every voice should be an informed one. At Missouri State University, we encourage our students to impact their communities by voting. Our nonpartisan initiative, Paws to the Polls, offers several resources for students to research candidates and issues, as well as learn how to cast their vote. Paws to the Polls has noted some important information … [Read more...] about Paws to the Polls – A Vote is a Voice

Filed Under: 2020, college life, community service, Multicultural Programs, Public Affairs, Student Affairs

Study Away–Belgium & The Netherlands! Register now!

October 27, 2020 by Priscilla Childress

Dr. Rabekah Stewart, Assistant Vice President, Division of Student Affairs, Multicultural Services is excited to announce plans for a special trip to bring our learning to life in Europe this May 2021.  Our world has never been smaller, and traveling is crucial to your education. Our itinerary will be a mix of cultural, hands-on, and educational activities, and yes, I promise a … [Read more...] about Study Away–Belgium & The Netherlands! Register now!

Filed Under: 2020, Multicultural Programs, study away, Uncategorized

It’s After Midterms—Now What? – Strategies for First-Generation College Student Success

October 27, 2020 by Priscilla Childress

Exams, quizzes, term papers, and presentations are all common forms of mid-semester course assessment.  Mid-semester can be a challenging time for all students, particularly for first-generation students, as they may not be as familiar with follow up strategies to improve in a course if they are struggling.  By this point in the semester, students may have taken one to two … [Read more...] about It’s After Midterms—Now What? – Strategies for First-Generation College Student Success

Filed Under: 2020, academics, college life, first generation student, involvement, Student Affairs

Consider this…My Culture is not a Costume

October 23, 2020 by Priscilla Childress

With Halloween coming up I wanted to take some time to talk about the campaign “My Culture is not a Costume”. This campaign starts the conversation surrounding Halloween costumes, and what is cultural appreciation versus appropriation. A good rule of thumb is if it is pulling from stereotypes of a group or identity just don’t do it. Each culture has a rich history, and have … [Read more...] about Consider this…My Culture is not a Costume

Filed Under: 2020, Consider this..., Multicultural Programs, Public Affairs, Student Affairs

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