Cultural Theme Months
Latino Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15)
Start the year off by celebrating Latin culture. Through our programs and events, we hope that people get a better understanding, respect and appreciation of how people of Latin descent and Latin culture affect and contribute to the American culture, and show pride and respect in their own culture.
Native American Month (November)
Ithaca College celebrates the rich history and cultures of the natives of our land. Our campus comes together for several events, lectures and other programs to commemorate the influence native cultures have had on our lives and the history of our country.
Black History Month (February)
Join the Ithaca College community as we celebrate and remember the struggle and triumphs of Black people throughout history. Come learn about this diverse community and honor its heroes. Our programs aim to help bring an understanding to this history and what it means for all of us even today.
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Join us as we celebrate the African Diaspora with through the following events!
• Feb. 1 - BHM Identity Panel (Presented by ALS)
• Feb. 3 - “Dreaming of Timbuctoo” Exhibit @ The History Center (Co-Sponsored by Cornell University)
• Feb. 7 - Engaging Communities: Reel Diversity (Sponsored by the Office of Human Resources)
• Feb. 10 - The Black Jew Dialogues (Presented by the OSEMA, ALS, Hillel, and Cornell's ILR Schoo, BSU, and Hillel)
• Feb. 20 - CSCRE Discussion Series: “Black Masculinities”
• Feb. 24-26 - 35th Annual Festival of Black Gospel (Presented by Amani Gospel Singers & Cornell University)
• Feb. 25 - ALANA Career Connections (Presented by AES, Career Services, and OSEMA)
• Feb. 27 - Hip-Hop History Lecture w/ Wes Jackson of the Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival (Presented by ALS & OSEMA)
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Focus Asia Month (April)
Help us take time to recognize the achievements and celebrate the history and richness of the Asian culture. This month is packed with spectacular programs and events to showcase many different aspect of Asian culture and educate us all on issues of current Asian culture pertinent to our society today.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations for all events sponsored out of OSEMA's Multicultural Affairs should contact us at multicultural@ithaca.edu. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.
