2021-2022 Office of Multicultural Affairs Calendar of Events
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FALL 2022
August 31th (Wed.): OMA Kickoff and Game Night
Location & Time: BPSC 3.101, 5-7pm
Make plans to join the Office of Multicultural Affairs as we compete in games and enjoy snacks as well as learn what services and program the OMA offers. Door prizes will be awarded.
September 15th - October 15th: Hispanic Heritage Month
September 8th (Wed.): "The Get Down" Social
Location & Time: OMA (BPSC 3.101), 6pm
The Get Down is an Open Mic night created by the Office of Multicultural Affairs to give SFA Students a platform to share their art and talent. If you have a talent that you would like to share, come show people what you got at The Get Down! All singers, musicians, photographers, poets, artists, dancers, etc. are welcome!
September 12-16 : Patriot Week
September 12th (Mon.): 9/11 Remembrance
Location & Time: Veteran Resources Center (BPSC 1.102), 8am-12pm
Makes plan to join your fellow Lumberjacks for free breakfast and fellowship in remembrance of those who died Sept.11, 2001 . Student, Faculty and Staff are invited to attend . There will be a memorial book for attendees to share how the event affected their lives.
September 14th (Wed.) : Brave Space Series
Location & Time : BPSC Multimedia, 4pm
The office of Multicultural invites student, faculty and staff to come together to discuss intercultural/interfaith issues and concerns that affect our global, local and campus communities. Each meeting has a specific area of focus.
September 15th (Thurs.) Resting places
Location & Time: Veteran Resources Center (BPSC 1.102), 11am-1pm
An explanation and presentation about tomb of unknown soldiers and burial sites around the world . A presentation about different honors and respects toward different religions in the military as well as last rites.
September 16th (Fri.) POW/MIA Day
Location & Time : Veteran Resources Center (BPSC 1.102), 12pm-3pm
We will hold a remembrance for all those lost and those who have been captured and have a display in the commons if available for the presentation . This will have an explanation of training soldiers go through to survive as POWs.
September 22th (Wed.): Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration - Noche de Gala
Location & Time: BPSC Plaza, 6pm
The Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) invites the SFA and Nacogdoches community to celebrate the Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month in style. Event attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the Hispanic/Latinx diverse culture while listening to an outstanding Latinx speaker, enjoy Latinx-infused music and performances that showcase the beauty and diversity of the Hispanic/Latinx culture.
October 6th (Tue.): Something to Chew On
Location & Time: OMA (BPSC 3.101), Noon
The OMA brings the discussion to you with its event series called "Something to Chew On". SFA Students, faculty/staff and community members are encouraged to join in this open dialogue and participate in interactive activities focusing on various topics. Light refreshments will be provided. This event will last until 1:00 p.m. so feel free to come by any time before then to participate. Those wishing to participate virtually can attend the livestream via Instagram @omasfa1991.
October 11th (Mon.): National Coming Out Day
Location & Time: BPSC Plaza, 12-2pm
We invite students, faculty, staff and community members to come join us as we celebrate National Coming Out Day. The event marks the anniversary of the 1988 national march for gay and lesbian rights in Washington, DC. The OMA celebrates coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) or as an ally. The day is observed annually on October 11.
October 24th & 25th (Mon.& Tues.): Tunnel of Oppression
Location & Time: BPSC Movie Theater, 6-9pm
The Lumberjack Cultural Association (LCA) presents the Tunnel of Oppression. The Tunnel of Oppression is an interactive museum which spotlights different types of oppression through interactive theatre and multimedia presentations. In the past, the event has shed light on issues ranging from human trafficking, to genocide and suicide, just to name a few. The Tunnel of Oppression is a very enlightening and eye-opening experience that should not be missed.
*Some content may not be suitable for children 13 and younger, parental discretion is advised.
Native American Heritage Month is the entire month of November
November 4th (Fri.): Men's Empowerment Summit
Location & Time: BPSC Multimedia, 4pm
Please join Office of Multicultural Affairs for the first Male Empowerment Summit. Dur9inh this summit we will focus on learning how we, as a community , an come together to improve the outcomes and opportunities for males- with emphases on leadership, entrepreneurship, , mentorships ,education , and health/wellness. This a full day experience in which you will listen to keynote speakers and attend multiple worships led by students ,staff, and faculty across the United States. This program is open to all current and rising student leaders, SFA Faculty, Staff , and surrounding community members. Please visit www.sfasu.edu/oma to pre-register.
November 9th (Wed.) : Native American Heritage Month Celebration
Location & Time : BPSC Plaza
Come join us as we honor Native American Heritage month with a celebration! During this event we highlight the rich cultures and traditions of Native people and acknowledge their important contributions to our campus, community and society. The audience will learn some of the background history and origins of the dances, steps and songs.
November 11th (Mon.)- Veteran's Day Celebration
Location & Time : Veteran Resources Center (BPSC 1.102), 10am-2pm
A school wide honoring of those who have served in the military. We welcome faculty and staff and student to show their respect to the Veteran population on campus
November 15th (Tues.)- Brave Space
Location & Time : BPSC Multimedia, 4pm
The Office of Multicultural invites students, faculty and staff to come together to discuss intercultural/interfaith issues and concerns that affect our global, local and campus communities. Each meeting has a specific area of focus.
November 17th (Thurs.): Fall OMA Graduation Ceremony
Location & Time: BPSC Twilight Ballroom, 6pm
The Office of Multicultural Affairs will like to celebrate all their student leaders, student ambassadors, and graduating OMA students by awarding them with an OMA Kente Cloth, Sarape, or Pride Cloth. Please complete the Graduation Ceremony application if you are an OMA student who is graduating this fall semester.
SPRING 2022
January 17th (Mon.): MLK DAY OF SERVICE
Check-In Location & Time: TBA
Join the Office of Multicultural Affairs as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This day is not a day of selfishness but of selflessness. Please join us as we focus on truly honoring Dr. King's legacy by helping others. A keynote speaker will kick the day off. To register sign up on www.sfasu.edu/oma. Free lunch and t-shirts will be provided to all volunteers who complete their assigned projects.
Black History Month is the entire month of February
February 11th (Fri.): 8th Annual Diversity Conference
Location & Time: TBA
Keynote Speaker: TBA
The Office of Multicultural Affairs is committed to advancing Stephen F. Austin State University's (SFASU) commitment to diversity and multiculturalism. To continue our commitment, The Office of Multicultural Affairs presents the Office of Multicultural Affairs Diversity Conference. The Diversity Conference seeks to provide a platform for presenters to share their diversity-related work with conference attendees and engage in vital multicultural dialogue. To pre-register signup on www.sfasu.edu/oma/.
February 17th (Thurs.) Brave Space Series
Location & Time: BPSC Multimedia, 4pm
The Office of Multicultural Affairs invites students, faculty and staff to come together to discuss intercultural/interfaith issues and concerns that impact our global, local and campus communities. Each meeting has a specific area of focus.
February 24th (Thurs.): Black History Month Celebration
Location and Time: TBA
The Office of Multicultural Affairs invites the SFA and Nacogdoches community to celebrate Black History Month (formally known as MLK Celebration). SFA students and community members will present music, dance, and art as they rejoice together in spirit. A full dinner is provided. Limited seats are available so don't wait to grab yours!
Women's History Month is the entire month of March
March 2nd (Wed.) Brave Space Series
Location & Time: BPSC Multimedia Room, Virtual at 4:00 PM
The Office of Multicultural Affairs invites students, faculty and staff to come together to discuss intercultural/interfaith issues and concerns that impact our global, local and campus communities. Each meeting has a specific area of focus.
March 15th (Tue.) Something to Chew On
Location & Time: OMA (BPSC 3.101), Noon
The OMA brings the discussion to you with its event series called "Something to Chew On". SFA Students, faculty/staff and community members are encouraged to join in this open dialogue and participate in interactive activities focusing on various topics. Light refreshments will be provided. This event will last until 1:00 p.m. so feel free to come by any time before then to participate.
March 18th (Fri.) Women's Empowerment Summit
Location & Time: TBA
Join the OMA for our annual Women's Empowerment Summit, which aims to connect individuals through professional development and open discussion of pertinent issues.
Diversity Week
Location & Time: April 4th - 8th Various Times and Locations
The Office of Multicultural Affairs and Lumberjack Cultural Association strives to unite the SFA community by hosting its annual Diversity Week programming. Throughout Diversity Week there are social and educational events that celebrate various facets of diversity and multiculturalism. We encourage you to attend our events and continue meaningful conversations regarding diversity, multiculturalism and social justice after Diversity Week.
April 12th (Mon.) Brave Space Series
Location & Time: BPSC Multimedia Room, Virtual at 4:00 PM
The Office of Multicultural Affairs invites students, faculty and staff to come together to discuss intercultural/interfaith issues and concerns that impact our global, local and campus communities. Each meeting has a specific area of focus.
April 20th (Wed.) Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Location & Time: BPSC Plaza at 12:00 PM
Come join us via Zoom as we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a celebration! The audience will learn some of the background history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders by engaging in a trivia game.
April 21st (Thurs.) Spring OMA Graduation Ceremony
Location & Time: BPSC Twilight Ballroom, 6pm
The Office of Multicultural Affairs will like to celebrate all their student leaders, student ambassadors, and graduating OMA students by awarding them with an OMA Kente Cloth, Sarape, or Pride Cloth. Please complete the Graduation Ceremony application if you are an OMA student who is graduating this spring or summer.