January 18-21, 2008
Messiah College celebrates Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration during the week surrounding the national Dr. King holiday in January each year. Through special lectures, films, discussions, and service projects the campus and surrounding community are invited to reflect on the vision and Christian ministry of Dr. King for the purpose of encouraging and cultivating a deeper commitment to be God's agent of justice, peace, and reconciliation. This Student Affairs Focus Week is sponsored by the President's Office, Office of Multicultural Programs, Agape Center, and College Ministries.
For details about this year's reflection on "Where to Sit? Building the Beloved Community in a Divided World" with guest speaker Dr. Lewis V. Baldwin, see website below.
Contact: Dr. Lawrence A.Q. Burnley
Website: http://www.messiah.edu/offices/multicultural/mlk/
February 1-28, 2009
Our mission is to provide a forum where we can learn about an unspoken history in the United States and add different perspectives to the retelling of our past. This month will incorporate film, cultural celebrations, and speakers that will engage the community in a much needed conversation on the existing realities of African Americans and the African Diaspora both in the U.S. and internationally.
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
Calendar of Events: Black History Month (PDF).
March 7, 2009
Please join us as we celebrate International Women's Day with a documentary by Kum-Kum Bhavnani entitled The Shape of Water. Followed by a reception and a panel discussion with five women from various parts of the world. During this time they will be sharing with us their stories and exploring how we can continue to promote the collective power of women as we think globally and act locally.
Film Synopsis:
In an intimate encounter with five very different women in Brazil, India, Jerusalem, and Senegal (narrated by Susan Sarandon with introductory narration co-written by Edwidge Danticat) The Shape of Water offers a close look at the far reaching and vibrant alternatives crafted by women in response to environmental degradation, archaic traditions, lack of economic independence and war. By revealing the women's revolutionary actions The Shape of Water offers a unique view of the complex realities faced by these unsung visionaries creating a more just world. For more info, please visit: http://www.theshapeofwatermovie.com/
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
More Information: http://www.internationalwomensday.com/
April 1-30, 2009
 May is National Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month,
which we will be celebrating in April so we can include this important observance during the academic year. The mission of this month is to provide a forum where we can learn about an unspoken history in the US and add different perspectives to the retelling of our past. This month will incorporate film, cultural celebrations, and speakers that will engage the community in a much needed conversation on the existing realities of Asian-Americans, Pacific Islanders and persons from across the Asian continent.
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
Calendar of Events: Asian & Pacific Islander Month (PDF)
April 3-4, 2009
 Juniata College is proud to host the annual Pennsylvania National Association for Multicultural Education (PA-NAME) Conference on April 3rd and 4th of 2009. With PA-NAME, our goal is to create an environment of acceptance, understanding, and community building by featuring numerous pedagogical experts, workshops and performances from which we can all learn.
Educational justice is a process of renewal and regeneration of the struggle for just causes in public and private education, not a set of target numbers in an institutional planning document. It is about opening and reopening the doors that have denied opportunity for economic, social, sexual and spiritual expression in all areas of modern society. This conference will be about our own renewal and regeneration in part, but in a greater portion it will be about garnering a new set of tools to sustain and expand the progress made in the last forty years in multicultural education.
To attend the conference,
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
More Information: http://www.juniata.edu/services/diversity/PA NAME 2009.html
April 4, 2009
This annual spring banquet is a time to celebrate the diversity of culture that our community of international students bring to Messiah College. Please mark your calendars to join us for an evening full of joy, fun and great food!
Time: Saturday, April 4, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Place: Brubaker Auditorium
Tickets: Tickets are required for this event; details coming soon.
Contact: ISAMuKappa@messiah.edu, International Student Association and MuKappa ("Missionary Kids" Association)
More Info: http://www.messiah.edu/org/ISA_MK/
September 3, 2009
Incoming students are invited to a special welcome reception hosted by the Office of Multicultural Programs to help them begin their cultural and social transition to Messiah College life; become familiar with our office, staff, and faculty; and connect with resources and people from across campus who can offer advising and support during their time at Messiah. We will be presenting our program initiatives, resources, and student leaders, and we will have a time to dialogue on our expectations for and commitments to our students. We hope you will continue making these connections and introductions by participating in The NET throughout the year.
Time: Thursday, September 3, 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Place: Boyer Hall, Atrium
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
More About The NET: http://www.messiah.edu/offices/multicultural/Initiatives/index.html#TheNET
September 4-5, 2009
This day and half retreat is led by the Office of Multicultural Programs for all student leaders of multicultural organizations, incoming Martin Scholars, Multicultural Ambassadors, OMP Work-Study staff, and ReCON House members. It is an intentional time to develop relationships with one another in order to work collaboratively during the school year. Transportation, accommodations, and food during this time is provided at no cost for all that attend.
During our time together we will be covering in greater detail the followingr:
- Movement building
- Leadership development
- How to talk about tough issues on campus
- Time for fellowship among student leaders
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
September 15 - October 15, 2009
 Our mission is to provide a forum where we can learn about an unspoken history in the U.S. and add a different perspective to the retelling of our past. This month will incoporate film, cultural celebrations, and a speaker that will engage the community in a much needed coversation on the existing realities of Latino communities both in the U.S. and internationally.
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
Calendar of Events: Hispanic Heritage Month (PDF)
October 2nd - 4th 2009
The Damascus Road Training gives students the opportunity to participate in a 2 1/2 days of training that explores the complexity of racism and how we, as a faith-based community can work together using biblical resources to reconcile the issue of racism. The training uses a biblical framework for dismantling racism, such as using bible stories to explore the themes of brokenness, identity, and healing. Their primary mission is to prepare participants to become agents of change in their home, church, community and institutions.
October 17, 2009
 The Office of Multicultural Programs would like to encourage all alumni, family, and friends to attend our open house during Homecoming Day. As Messiah College celebrates 100 years of service and mission in 2009, we invite our alumni to contribute your stories and your voices to our reflections on its past, its present, and its vision for the future. Enjoy a time of remembering, fellowship, and light refreshments with us as we discuss the role racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity plays in enabling Messiah College to fulfill its mission. Everyone is welcome!
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2009
Times and Locations:
Rafiki House Open House
11:00am - 12:30pm
Rafiki house
"Sharing a Multicultural Century" Presentation
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Office of Multicultural Programs Open House
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Larsen Student Union 2nd floor
Contact: Dana Champion , Administrative Assistant to the Office of Multicultural Programs
Homecoming Website: http://www.messiah.edu/alumni/homecomingschedule.html
October 29-31, 2009
The National Christian Multicultural Student Leaders' Conference is an annual national conference aimed at bringing together Christian college students interested in multicultural awareness and healing racism. The conference was founded at Messiah College, and rotates each year between different CCCU schools. The Office of Multicultural Programs at Messiah College sends a group of students, staff, and faculty to the conference each year. The conference will be hosted at Houghton College, Houghton, NY
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
Website: http://www.messiah.edu/offices/multicultural/NCMSLC/
November 1 - 30, 2009
Our mission is to provide a forum where we can learn about an unspoken history in the U.S. and add a Native American perspective to the retelling of our past. This month will incorporate film, cultural celebrations, and speakers that will engage the community in a much needed coversation over the realities of our Native American sisters and brothers.
Contact: Hierald E. Kane-Osorto, Associate Director of Multicultural Programs
Calendar of Events: Native American Heritage Month
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