Multicultural Affairs Newsletter OCTOBER 2013 Inside this issue: MISSION Multicultural Affairs promotes awareness of cultural diversity and multicultural issues. The office serves as a resource and referral center for faculty, staff, students, and local communities. In addition, the office enhances educational development about diversity and multicultural issues and advocates for students needs on campus. Check us out on Facebook! Student Organizations 2-3 Calendar of Events 4-6 Special Events Around Topeka 7-8 Opportunities for Students 9-10 Multicultural Affairs Washburn University Morgan Hall, 110 1700 SW College Topeka, KS 66621 Email: mao@washburn.edu www.washburn.edu/mao Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (After 5pm by Appointment) washburn.edu/diversity facebook.com/wudiversity Dona K. Walker, Director Debra Hupp, Senior Administrative Assistant
Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO) Contact: michelle.hernandez2@washburn.edu Meets Wednesdays at 4:30 pm in the Cottonwood Room, Memorial Union Indigenous Nations Student Association (INSA) Contact: harold.wilcox@washburn.edu Asian American Association (AAA) Leadership needed Washburn Black Student Union (WBSU) Contact: gaquawna.manning@washburn.edu Meets Mondays at 7pm in the Blair Room, LLC Washburn NAACP College Branch (NAACP) Leadership needed Questions? Contact Multicultural Affairs at mao@washburn.edu O C T O B E R 2 0 1 3 M U L T I C U L T U R A L A F F A I R S P A G E 2
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ON CAMPUS Thursday, October 17 October Huitzliopotchli Aztec Dancers, www.aztec-colorado.com 12:15 12:45 p.m. North side of the Memorial Union (outdoors) Dia de los Muertos Masks Come and decorate a paper mask. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Memorial Union, main level by Corner Store Friday, October 25 Reception for Gregorio Luke, www.gregorioluke.com 6:00 p.m. Center Gallery, 2nd floor Mulvane Art Museum Exhibition: Dia de los Muertos the woodcuts of Alberto Garcia M. Sponsored by Mulvane Art Museum ( See page 6 for details) Gregorio Luke, Guest Speaker Dia de los Muertos 7:00 p.m. Washburn A/B, Memorial Union IN THE COMMUNITY October 5th RUN 4 a Reason 8:00 am @ ywca Topeka (See page 7 for details) October 19th Empowerment, Perseverance & Self Assessment @ Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library 1:00 pm 2:00 pm (See page 8 for details) O C T O B E R 2 0 1 3 M U L T I C U L T U R A L A F F A I R S P A G E 4
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A Benefit for Girls on the Run presented by ywca Topeka Saturday, October 5, 2013 8 a.m. ywca Topeka 225 SW 12th Street This 6th annual family friendly event Is focused on improving the health and wellness of our community with proceeds benefiting Girls on the Run (GOTR) of Topeka presented by the ywca. Featuring NEW USTAF Certified Courses? Register online at www.ywcatopeka.org SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS Kids Fun Run START: 9 a.m. All elementary aged children kindergarden 6th grade are encouraged to join us for the first kids fun run which will take place during the Run 4 a Reason event. There is no cost to participate in this event, however donations are accepted. Chris Cakes will be serving up some pancakes with attitude to all racers and their family and friends! Each 5k and 1/2 marathon participant will get to eat FREE! $5 donation/place for the community. Security Benefit se2 Kirk Bath Farm Bureau Financial Services Feel Good Nutrition MC Industries Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Valerie Nelson MasterCraft Construction O C T O B E R 2 0 1 3 M U L T I C U L T U R A L A F F A I R S P A G E 7
Membership Event: Speaker Empowerment, Perseverance and Self-Assessment 2012 Ms. Kansas, Sloan Lewis Date: Saturday Oct. 19th Time: 1:00-2:00pm Open to the Public Location: Topeka Shawnee County Public Library As we celebrate the Red Ribbon Campaign Week. We have invited Ms. Kansas 2012 to share her story of empowerment, perseverance and self-assessment. Appropriate for Young Women 7th - 12th grade Sponsored by: TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY O C T O B E R 2 0 1 3 M U L T I C U L T U R A L A F F A I R S P A G E 8
Dear friends, Today, at the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative, Chelsea Clinton announced that CGI U 2014 will take place at Arizona State University from March 21-23, 2014. Students can apply now to attend CGI U 2014, where student leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs from around the world will gather to turn ideas into action. We re excited to announced that more than $350,000 in funding will be available to select student attendees through the CGI University Network, which is comprised of 35 schools and is growing every day. If you are interested in having your college or university participate in this network, you can learn more and request additional information here. For the chance to attend CGI U 2014 and become part of a dynamic community of young social innovators, apply now. There is no application fee, and the meeting is free to attend for all accepted students. Please circulate this opportunity to any currently-enrolled college students in your network using our social media kit. O C T O B E R 2 0 1 3 M U L T I C U L T U R A L A F F A I R S P A G E 9
Communications/ Public Relations/ Event Management Internship Organization: Kansas Hispanic & Latino American Affairs Commission Job Title: Fall Communications Intern Categories: Internships Location: 900 S.W. Jackson, Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66612 Organization Type: Kansas State Commission Employer: Kansas State Reports To: Executive Director Compensation: $9 to $11 per hour, depending on experience Length: This internship is set up for a semester. Students may apply for up to three semesters. We accept applications throughout the year, to meet KHLAAC s needs. Hours per week: Up to 25 hours per week, based on student s course work and KHLAAC s needs. Intern s Responsibilities: The KHLAAC Communications Intern has a visible and key role in the work of the Kansas Hispanic & Latino American Affairs Commission. S(he) works closely with the Executive Director and members of the Commission to advance strategy and meet objectives. The intern will have an opportunity to work with representatives from a variety of industries; non-profits; the community and government bodies. Some of the intern s major duties are listed below: Manage events for specific upcoming initiatives as planned by the Commission such as Hispanic Day at the Hill; Hispanic Business Forum; Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation signing. Develop agendas, invitations, minutes, articles and promotional materials to support events sponsored and organized by the Commission. Update media contact list and identify new media outlets. Edit, review, and proofread materials. Draft and update Facebook content once a week or as needed to support planned initiatives. Participation in planning and implementing of marketing and promotions for KHLAAC events. Assist in database management and web-based research projects. Maintain professional relationships with Technical Advisors and Commissioners to help drive participation and enhance partnerships. Potential marketing opportunities including research and design. Potential outreach opportunities to work on traditional and social media campaigns. Other duties, as assigned. Desired Skills and Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to interact professionally with people from a wide variety of backgrounds Able to professionally represent organization through internal and external phone and email exchanges Interest in learning or some experience with communications, public relations, marketing, advertising and basic media relations skills Experience with content management and WordPress Strong project management/event management skills Proven ability to conduct research and utilize databases Ability to work on several different projects concurrently and meet deadlines Familiar with social media, especially Facebook and LinkedIn, as used for professional purposes Proficient with MS Office suite: Word, Excel, and Outlook; web based research tools; familiar with working on a PC Adobe InDesign and Photoshop skills a plus To apply: Please send a cover letter detailing your applicable professional experience or the reasons for your interest to: Adrienne Foster Executive Director, Kansas Hispanic & Latino American Affairs Commission 900 S.W. Jackson, Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66612 (785) 296-2161 direct office (785) 338-2400 blackberry (785) 296-1795 - fax Adrienne.Foster@ks.gov O C T O B E R 2013 M U L T I C U L T U R A L A F F A I R S P A G E 10