programs
the center programming council is a diverse group of students brought together for the purpose of cultural and ideal exchange. The council functions as a springboard for the promotion and acceptance of students of all ethnicities. The group works with the center to plan cultural and educational programming and fun social activities. To become involved email us.
the performing and visual arts are forms of communication that provide forums for exchange and understanding. Through Arts project programming, lecture, and theater Art Projects unite and educate people of diverse backgrounds. In many cases these projects bring artists to the University community and are open to all public, which can foster opportunities to practice diversity amongst people who would otherwise have little reason to interact.
monthly art exhibits have included Nilton Cardenas’ “Native Land, Part 1,” Betty LaDuke’s “Honor the Earth: An Artist’s Journey,” and an artistic tribute to Hispanic History Month. Graphic Design artists Cheryl Roberts-Bready, Professor Robert Brown, and cartoonist Julian Robinson a senior at Classical High School has also displayed their work at the MCC.
other programs Multicultural Center staff also develops relationships with outside organizations in an ongoing outreach effort by hosting events for nonprofit community use. Examples of these events include the following:
Americorp Beautification Project
Asian Heritage Celebration
Dorcas Place Graduation Ceremony
Gilbert Stuart Middle School Graduation Celebration
International Gallery Beautification Program
NAACP Youth Chapter SAT preparatory program
National Conference of Community and Justice (NCCJ) Educational Project
Rhode Island Crusaders SAT preparatory program
Rhode Island Food Bank
Rhode Island Young Professional Mentor Program
Urban League of Rhode Island
The Met School
Other events include diversity retreat, “Welcome Wednesday,” and events centered around J&W commencement.
In addition, the center offers J&W students the opportunity to join study groups that promote cultural interaction and acceptance, as well as a better understanding of course work. The center also offers a mentoring program that matches students with mentors on-or-off campus through a variety of community organizations.
© 2005 Johnson & Wales University. All rights reserved.
us