Office of Multicultural Affairs News
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New conference brings Blugolds together to focus on equity and diversity
UW-Eau Claire will host the “Bridge to Change: EDI Student Conference” Nov. 8. It will bring students together to explore inclusive leadership while focusing on equity and diversity.
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Blugold balances life as a college student and as a shaman
Tou Ger “Billy” Lor is successfully juggling his roles as both a college student and a shaman, spending his weekdays immersed in schoolwork and campus activities, and his weekends helping Hmong community members find peace and good health.
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Blugold plans to use future career and her voice to change lives
After years of caring for a brother who has autism, Erika Nguyen knew she wanted a career that focuses on helping people. She found the path she was looking for in psychology. As a Blugold, she also found her voice as an advocate.
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Graduating with a second family: OMA grad Gaoki Lee
When Gaoki Lee earns her bachelor's degree in information systems from UW-Eau Claire, she will take something else with her that she has found just as valuable — a second family of friends and supporters in the Office of Multicultural Affairs.
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Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month celebration kicks off May 1
The Office of Multicultural Affairs at UW-Eau Claire will host online events and provide a number of relevant, educational resources for the university community and the public.
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Blugold is marching to the beat of his own drum
When Kehinde Olu Famule is drumming, he’s doing more than entertaining those around him. The UW-Eau Claire junior is connecting with his West African heritage while also sharing an important part of his culture with the campus and Eau Claire communities.
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‘One Read Eau Claire’ continues March 7 with book on Hmong experience
The discussion series, based around helping the community become more inclusive of difference, will feature 12 books over 12 months, on topics of importance in Eau Claire, as nominated by citizens at the 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.
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New Latinx Cultural Center to host open house Feb. 19
A third student cultural space on campus, a new Latinx Cultural Center, will host on open house Feb. 19 in the space formerly known as the Hibbard Penthouse. OMA and other offices are happy to offer this new space for Latinx students to study and relax.
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Blugold leads St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin's legal team
Ashley Duffy, who graduated from UW-Eau Claire in 2014 with a major in American Indian studies and a minor in anthropology, is the general counsel for the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin.
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UW-Eau Claire to celebrate Black History Month throughout February
Please join the campus community as we dedicate the month of February to honor and recognize the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans. Black History Month kicks off with an MLK Celebration and ends with a national leader in antiracism.
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On-campus Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration set for Feb. 5
UW-Eau Claire will host a Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration for the campus and community at 5 p.m. Feb. 5 in Schofield Auditorium. The evening of music, talk and inspiration will honor the life and legacy of Dr. King.
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Special Forum presentation Feb. 27: Ibram X. Kendi
Ibram X. Kendi, a bestselling author and the founding director of The Antiracist Research and Policy Center at American University, will appear as a special Forum speaker Feb. 27 with his "How to Be an Antiracist" presentation.
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Getting paid to share knowledge and experiences: OMA internship
Gary Garvin, an intern in the Office of Multicultural Affairs, is finding unique and engaging ways to use his strong connections to the Ho-Chunk community to bring Native American groups and individuals to campus for major events and ongoing EDI efforts.
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Film premiere: Area Somali immigrants share family separation stories
A new film to premiere Saturday, Nov. 16, in Barron shares the stories of Somali refugees who have settled in Barron County and how U.S. immigration policies have directly impacted their families.
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Native American Heritage Month in November
UW-Eau Claire's Native American History Month kicks off Nov. 4 with a focus on education and the arts. Events aim to create awareness about the current issues facing native peoples and their rich cultures.
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Indigenous Peoples Day celebration set for Oct. 14
The Office of Multicultural Affairs, the American Indian Studies program and the Inter-Tribal Student Council will co-host a campus celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 14, which will include the official rededication of the university seal.
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Latinx Heritage Month, Latin American Studies Week underway
Be sure to join festivities and events at UW-Eau Claire, all geared toward honoring the history, culture and outstanding contributions of Latinx people in our local, national and global societies.
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'Engaged with UW-Eau Claire' features Samara Gaitan
In the monthly video series "Engaged with UW-Eau Claire," the Alumni Association is proud to profile Blugolds who return to campus to help make a difference. Each video features a Blugold alum who gives back to UW-Eau Claire in some capacity.
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Two-time alumnus earns prestigious AmeriCorps award
Khong Meng Her will earn his second Blugold degree May 25, a master's degree in history. He then will receive the AmeriCorps Alumni of the Year Award from Gov. Tony Evers June 6 for his work with Blugold Beginnings and the Office of Multicultural Affairs.
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Blugold Spotlight features Dang Yang
Yang, a Blugold public communication graduate, is proud to be back at his alma mater, this time in a professional role to further support students and continue to build an equitable and inclusive campus community.
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
From April 29-May 13, a wide variety of events will include opportunities to take part in dialogue sessions, Asian American cuisine, a film screening, presentation of student research, a panel discussion and more.
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Hmong Heritage Month
UW-Eau Claire is celebrating Hmong Heritage Month with activities planned throughout the month of April.
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China immersion allows Blugolds to connect with Hmong history, identity
During Winterim, several Blugolds were part of an immersion where they learned about and experienced the rich history and culture of Hmong people and other minorities living in Southwest China.
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Join in February celebration of Black History Month
Join us at UW-Eau Claire for a monthlong lineup of events to celebrate black culture and history, and recognize the many accomplishments and contributions of African Americans.