2007 Events Calendar

November 2007
The Impact of Hip Hop Culture on the Millennial Student
November 1, 2007 - Facilitated by Dr. Thabiti Lewis, Assistant Professor of English

With its powerful messages, vocalized images, and ability to slash through the boundaries of race and culture, Hip-Hop has the potential to propel us in any direction. Dr. Lewis led this rap session on the influencing nature of Hip-Hop on YOU, the student.

When the Gays Move Into Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood
November 6, 2007
Featuring Joe Bertolino and Bil Leipold

Joe Bertolino and Bil Leipold discussed the realities of living in a world of heterosexual privilege. They drew on personal experiences as gay fraternity men and student affairs professionals, as well as highlighted the reactions of their families and friends.


August 2007
August 31 Diversity Council Retreat


July 2007
July 25 Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act


June 2007 (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month and National Caribbean-American Heritage Month)
June 20 Student Forum with WSU President Elson Floyd, ADMIN 129, 3:15-4:00 p.m.

The Diversity Council is committed to celebrating and affirming all cultures, races and ethnicities 365 days out of the year. This is achieved through teaching, learning and scholarship. The above calendar may be incomplete and we ask that you notify us with any additional dates or monthly celebrations we can add to this calendar.