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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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September 29 - October 6, 2023 | |
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
September 15 - October 15
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Friday, September 29, 6-10pm
109 Oelman Hall
Enjoy free popcorn, drinks, and authentic Latin foods (while supplies last) during this showing of Spiderman: Across the Spiderverse. Co-hosted with the Residential Community Association
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Saturday, October 7, 5:30-10pm
Nutter Center Arena
The Amigos Latinos Gala is a night of food, dancing, live music, awards, and a silent auction, all while giving back to scholarships for Latino students at Wright State. This gala is the signature fundraiser for the Amigos Latinos Scholarship and helps support the mission and work of the Latino Center. Tickets can be purchased online.
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RAIDER RESILIENCE WEEK
October 2 - 10
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Raider Resilience Week will feature informative discussions, training opportunities and activities designed to promote open conversations about mental health and provide tools for self-care. The week also features numerous fun activities organized by Campus Recreation to promote mental and physical health.The week will culminate with Wright State’s celebration of World Mental Health Day on Tuesday, October 10.
View the full schedule here.
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Now - October 18, Daily
019 Student Union
A photography exhibit featuring the work of Cameron Peagler '14, study abroad alumnus and Gilman scholar, Black Gold黒金 aims to encourage Black students to study abroad through celebration of Black community members in Japan, whose success stories often go unheard. This exhibit includes portraits and intimate interviews of 30 Black creatives and entrepreneurs throughout Japan.
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Friday, September 29, 6pm
Honors Hall, 2nd Floor Plaza
Join the Women's Center and Residence Life & Housing for the final event of #WSUSexWeek to learn the F.R.I.E.S. of consent and enjoy a French fry bar! Who doesn't love FREE FRIES?? AND CONSENT??
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Monday, October 2
131 Allyn Hall
Visit the Veteran & Military Center for numerous events, beginning with a Green Zone training on resilience at 9am; MRE Luncheon at 12pm (RSVP soon, space is limited); and corn hole and other lawn games in the Champion's Garden from 1-3pm. Visit Engage for more details and to RSVP.
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Monday, October 2, 4-5:30 pm
019-021 Student Union
Wear orange and join IACSA in commemorating Orange Shirt Day––a day of remembrance for the Indigenous boarding schools and their legacies. Meet for a group photo at 4pm, followed by a 30-minute screening and discussion about how the boarding school histories are represented in popular culture. To purchase a paper shirt, wooden pin, or t-shirts priced ($1 to $25), stop by the ANA Center ASAP! All proceeds will go toward the WSU Native Student Scholarship Fund.
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Friday, October 6, 5-7pm
161 Rike Hall
Join Korean Club, Asian Student Association, and Kappa Phi Lambda to learn and celebrate the unique language 한글 (Hangul), from South Korea!
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Monday, October 9, 2-5pm
Café Group Study Area, Dunbar Library
To recognize Indigenous People's Day, please join IACSA and the ANA Center at the library to celebrate stories by Indigenous American authors. Books, poetry, and more will be provided thanks to our fantastic librarians - please stop by to listen and feel encouraged to choose a poem or excerpt to share! Readers can be entered into a raffle for prizes. Refreshments will be provided!
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Wednesday, October 11, 2-4pm
019 Student Union, Multicultural and Identity Lounge
Join the LGBTQA Center and Rainbow Alliance's annual celebration of National Coming Out Day! The LGBTQA Center and Rainbow support everyone on their coming out journeys - no matter where you are on them. Fun activities and snacks provided!
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Saturday, October 21, 6-9pm
019 Student Union, Multicultural & Identity Lounge
Celebrate 30 years of Wright State University's Women's Center, established in 1993. The evening will include a formal sitting in Endeavor, Student Union--featuring Keynote Speakers Juliet Fromholt and Jocelyn Robinson of WYSO--followed by a reception in the Women's Center (023 Student Union). Space is limited; RSVP via Engage to attend.
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OPPORTUNITIES AROUND CAMPUS | |
Apply by September 30; workshops run October through March
Up to two students will be selected to represent WSU in the Ohio International Consortium's "Introduction to International Education" Workshop Series. This series is designed for students curious about careers in international education but who have not yet had an international experience. Participants will explore careers in international education, have an opportunity to job shadow and network with leaders in the field, and learn how to document this experience during their job search. Students who complete the program will be reimbursed for the cost of their first passport. Follow the link above for full details and to apply. Questions can be directed to michelle.streeter@wright.edu.
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Saturday, September 30, 3-7pm
Pendelton Art Studio, 1105 Central Ave, Middletown, Ohio
Join the Middletown community and State Rep. Willis Blackshear Jr. in observance of International Railroad Month. Rep. Blackshear Jr. will be a keynote speaker in downtown Middletown for the 2nd anniversary for "International Underground Railroad Day". The event is free and open to the public.
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The National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ) of Greater Dayton's Teen Summit provides high school students with resources and skills that they can utilize to make changes in their school around topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This year, the theme is "Stigma: Overcoming Discrimination and Supporting Healing." Teen Summit will host 20 high schools in the Greater Miami Valley region. The Teen Summit encourages students to build networks of passionate youth leaders in their district. As a group, these leaders build projects to impact their district and community. NCCJ is in need of motivated college volunteers to help facilitate. Facilitators are responsible for leading their assigned group of high school students through the exercises as they work through the curriculum. Volunteer trainings are available October 10 and 12, the Teen Summit is on October 19. Interested volunteers can register using the link above. Questions can be directed to Ryan Jeffery, rjeffery@nccjgreaterdayton.org.
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View details and apply on OWA's website
Door Canvassers will contact Ohioans to provide them with voter education and information surrounding the upcoming November election. Responsibilities include conducting community outreach by knocking doors as well as data collection and management. If you are someone who can commit to 4 hour shifts 3PM-7PM Wednesday-Sunday, this is the position for you. Additional positions as Door Canvasser Team Lead and Virtual Canvassers are also available!
OWA envisions an Ohio that takes a stake in all women and gender-expansive people having agency over their bodies, safety, education, economic prosperity, and full reproductive justice. Ohio Women's Alliance believes that by resourcing, connecting, and investing in women and gender-expansive grassroots leaders of color across Ohio, we can create a cultural narrative shift that champions a better Ohio for all.
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$15-20 per hour, view details and apply on Feminist Jobs
The Feminist Majority Foundation is currently looking for students in Ohio to organize on their campuses around Issue 1, a measure that would enshrine Ohioans' reproductive rights in the state constitution, ahead of the November election.They are hiring temporary, part-time Campus Organizers as well as Campus Coordinators.
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Follow above link to teview 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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Wright State University’s Office of Disability Services and the Division of Inclusive Excellence unveiled two new campus features––the Disability and Neurodivergence Center at 023 Student Union and a new segment of the tunnel system connecting Hamilton Hall to the Student Union–– that highlight Wright State’s ongoing commitment to a positive, productive learning environment for students of all abilities and backgrounds. Read the full story from Wright State Newsroom.
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Meditation and Interfaith Prayer Room available to Faculty, Staff, and Students
Did you know the Culture and Identity Centers have a designated room for meditation and prayer?
Stop by 023 Student Union to use the space - open 8:30am-8pm, Monday through Thursday and 8:30am-5pm, Friday
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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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Recurring Meetings or Events
Please send meeting information to harney-davila.3@wright.edu.
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Abilities -- Biweekly Fridays (Next October 6), 4-5:30pm, 023B Student Union
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Asian Student Association -- Biweekly Wednesdays (Next October 11), 2:30-3:30pm, 023E Student Union
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Amigos Latinos -- Biweekly Fridays (Next September 29), 3-4:00pm, 023T Student Union
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Black Student Union -- Biweekly Mondays (Next October 9), 6:45-7:45pm, 145 Medical Science
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Indigenous American Culture Student Association -- Biweekly Tuesdays (Next October 3), 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, Rainbow room
- UCIE Study Abroad Pop-in Advising -- Weekly Wednesdays, 2-4pm, 334 Student Union
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The Women's Center's Gurrrl Talk Radio Show -- Biweekly Thursdays (Next October 5), 1-2pm -- listen on WWSU 106.9 FM or online
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