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Culture and Identity Centers
Asian & Native American Center | Bolinga Black Cultural Resources Center
Disability & Neurodivergence Cultural Center | Latino Center | LGBTQA Center | Women’s Center
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November 17 - November 24, 2023 | |
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
November 2023
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Friday, November 17, 3-7pm AND Saturday, November 18, 9:30am-7pm
Dayton Metro Library - Main/Downtown, 215 E. Third St.
A Native American Heritage Month celebration featuring speakers, performers, the Indigenous Chef food truck, vendors, and tabling by community resources––including actor Gary Farmer (Cayuga), who is perhaps best known for his role in Smoke Signals, but more recently appears as Uncle Brownie in FX’s Reservation Dogs. More details about speakers and performers, is available on R.E.A.C.H.’s website here. In support of R.E.A.C.H. Fest, the ANA Center and IACSA are coordinating volunteers - if you are able to offer your time, you can indicate your availability here. Contact ana-center@wright.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, November 21, 3:30-6pm
Tartan Marketplace, #7 Building,
Sinclair Community College, 444 W. Third St
Transportation to and from event is not provided. Reach out to ana-center@wright.edu to inquire about potential carpool with other attendees.
Enjoy a free screening of Indian Horse (2017), a film that follows the life of Native Canadian Saul Indian Horse as he survives residential school and life amongst the racism of the 1970s; snacks will be provided while supplies last. A discussion after the screening will follow.
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Corn Husk Doll Making
Tuesday, November 28, 3-5pm
019 Student Union
Corn husk dolls are made out of dried leaves of a corn cob. Please join IACSA to learn how to make these traditional Native American dolls and about their history.
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Navajo Rug Presentation
Thursday, November 30, 3:30-5pm
019 Student Union
Join us for this presentation by Wayne Stark, Career Consultant in the College of Liberal Arts and advisor to IACSA. Wayne will bring over 20 rugs to show and share about their history and ongoing significance. Contact wayne.stark@wright.edu or ana-center@wright.edu with questions or for accommodations.
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Bonfire and Pemmican
Thrusday, November 30, 5:30pm
Hamilton Hall Plaza
Following Wayne Stark's Navajo Rug Presentation, join IACSA at for a bonfire hangout and an opportunity to try Pemmican (Native dried meat) to close out WSU's Native American Heritage Month programming.
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Saturdays & Sundays, 10am-4pm
2301 W River Rd
In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, SunWatch Indian Village and Archeological Park, a museum preserving the history of the regions’s 12th century Fort Ancient Indians, welcomes visitors with free admission each weekend during the month of November. Guided tours of the village are available on Sundays at 2pm.
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ADDITIONAL UPCOMING EVENTS | |
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Friday, November 17, 9am-1pm
White Hall Atrium, Boonshoft School of Medicine
The Latino Medical Student Association will be hosting a fundraiser featuring popular Latino and Hispanic holiday drinks like Puerto Rican coquito, Mexican rompope, Cuban espresso and coffee, and pastries! Enjoy sweet drinks and treat and meet the org's E-board.
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Friday, November 17, 11:30am-12:30pm
Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N
Spots limited. RSVP required. Dress code: Business attire.
This FREE event will start with a tour of the Dayton Art Institute, while learning how to conduct ourselves in a professional manner.
After the tour, attendees will be served a three-course meal and will learn the details of how to dine formally and hear from our guest speakers who have prior experience in serving military leaders.
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Friday, November 17, 3-5:30pm
023B Student Union, Disability & Neurodivergence Cultural Center
Join Abilities and participate in campus-wide scavenger hunt in the tunnels, which will begin at the DNCC within the Culture and Identity Centers.
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Monday, November 20, 12-1:30pm
019 Student Union
A panel of students, faculty, and staff share about how gender stereotypes affect men and highlight ways men can support gender equity. The panel will be followed by a discussion and free food will be available.
Please note: this event is organized by the Women's Center from a feminist perspective.
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Tuesday, November 28, 12-1:30pm
023 Student Union, Culture & Identity Centers
Come and discuss your latest reads in a safe, supportive, and fun environment! Bring lunch, bring a friend, and let's chit chat about books!
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Thursday, November 30, 7-9pm
019 Student Union, Culture & Identity Centers
Sing your heart out, share your poetry, perform a monologue, tell some jokes, or otherwise take the spotlight and show off your stuff in a supportive, festive environment!
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Saturday, December 2, 6-10:30pm
Endeavor and Apollo Rooms, Student Union
Complete the RSVP online
Join the LGBTQA+ Center for Chosen Family Feast followed by Rainbow Alliance's fifth annual Queer Prom.
Chosen Family Feast is intentionally held between Wright State's Fall Harvest and winter breaks. It is an opportunity for WSU's LGBTQA+ community to celebrate the holiday season with their chosen family and friends. Enjoy a free dinner with refreshments, a raffle, and a chance to expand and create deeper connections with your chosen family!
Admission is free but RSVP is required for dinner due to limited space.
The LGBTQA+ Center will be accepting donations for the LGBTQA+ program fund.
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Apply by December 8
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Wright State Student who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to community and/or campus activism in the spirit of social justice and inclusivity. Open to all continuing WSU undergraduate and graduate students who have at least one semester remaining before graduation and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. The scholarship award is $1,000 and may be awarded to more than one recipient. Please use the link above for more information and to complete your application.
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$15/hour; no prior work experience required
Xenia, Ohio; Apply by November 19 at 11:59pm
Greene County's Department of Development is accepting online applications for the intermittent/seasonal position of Intern. This internship is an opportunity for college students (undergraduate and graduate) to gain work experience in the public sector under the guidance of supervisor(s) to assist the Community Development Program Coordinator foster and maintain relationships with Greene County community leaders, non-profit agencies, boards and committees including local officials, shelter providers, housing solutions, Red Cross, family violence and local Chambers of Commerce.
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$17.20-$25.10/hour; no prior work experience required
Cincinnati, Ohio; Apply by December 6 at 4pm
The City of Cincinnati's Department of Transportation & Engineering is accepting online applications for the part-time/seasonal position of Co-op/Intern in the Division of Engineering. This co-op/internship is an opportunity for college students (undergraduate and graduate) to gain work experience in the public sector under the guidance of supervisor(s) to assist in providing design services for the resurfacing of streets, the design of new subdivision streets, the design of new bike trails and other construction projects, and works with larger teams of professionals, both city and private sector architects, engineers, planners and government officials.
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Black Experiences with Reproductive Care
Tamika Odum, a PhD candidate in the department of Sociology at the University of Cincinnati seeks participants for a study that aims to understand Black experiences with reproductive care and ultimately to improve the relationships between healthcare providers and those they serve. Participants must be 18+ years of age; identify as Black, and live in Ohio, Kentucky, or West Virginia; and have ended or considered ending a pregnancy. Participants can receive a $100 gift card for their time. Follow the link above to register for participation.
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Follow above link to review position descriptions, benefits, and apply
Mechanical Services & Design Inc. has several openings for work in HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and more in the Dayton and Cincinnati areas. For all positions, candidates must have a High School Diploma/GED or high school equivalent; be able to pass a drug screening, physical, and 50lb lift test; as well as pass a background check and hold a valid driver’s license. Questions can be directed to Brittney Cline, bcline@msdinc.net.
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Did you know the University Center for International Education can process US passport applications right here on campus?
You may even be eligible for a FREE passport!
The Institute of International Education (IIE) American Passport Project Wright Passport Grant aims to break down one of the barriers to meaningful international travel by funding passports for Raiders. Learn more about eligibility and apply here. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Questions can be directed to studyabroad@wright.edu.
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Did you know students and employees can use their Wright1Card to check out one of WSU's two DAI membership passes from the Dunbar Library?
Each pass will admit up to two adults and four youth (under age 26). Passes available on a first come, first served basis; please check the library catalog for availability. Visit the DAI's website for more information about admission or to view information about exhibits and events at DAI.
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Submissions and/or changes to events must be (re)submitted through the form no later than Wednesday, 5pm. | |
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The Culture and
Identity Centers
019-023 Student Union
M-Th, 8:30am-8pm
F 8:30am-5pm
To learn more, please visit our websites.
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Raider Food Pantry
055 Student Union
For hours and to make an appointment, please complete the webform located here.
The Caregiver and Personal Care Pantry formerly at the Women's Center is now part of the Raider Food Pantry, please use the link above.
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Lactation Rooms
Available at:
- 052 Biological Sciences
- 110 Oleman Hall
- 118 Allyn Hall (temporary)
- 023 Student Union
To obtain key code to access the lactation rooms email bobbie.szabo@wright.edu
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Interfaith Prayer and Meditation Room available at
023 Student Union during the Culture and Identity Centers regular hours.
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Recurring Meetings or Events
Please send meeting information to harney-davila.3@wright.edu.
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Abilities -- Biweekly Fridays (Next December 1), 4-5:30pm, 023B Student Union
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Asian Student Association -- Biweekly Wednesdays (Next November 21), 2:30-3:30pm, 023E Student Union
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Amigos Latinos -- Biweekly Fridays (Next December 1), 3-4:00pm, 023T Student Union
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Black Student Union -- Biweekly Mondays (Next November 27), 6:45-7:45pm, 145 Medical Sciences
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Indigenous American Culture Student Association -- Biweekly Tuesdays (Next November 28), 3:30pm-4:30pm, 023E Student Union
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Muslim Student Association's Friday Prayer -- Weekly Fridays, 12-3 pm, 008 Student Union (Rathskeller)
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Rainbow Alliance -- Weekly Wednesdays, 6-7:00pm, 023 Student Union, LGBTQA Center
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UCIE Study Abroad Pop-in Advising -- Weekly Wednesdays, 2-4pm, 224 Student Union
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Veteran and Military Center D&D Group -- Weekly Wednesdays, 5:30pm, 131 Allyn
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The Women's Center's Gurrrl Talk Radio Show -- Biweekly Thursdays (Next November 30), 1-2pm -- listen on WWSU 106.9 FM or online
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