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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 

January 12 - January 19, 2024

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION

Campus Freedom March

Friday, January 12, 10am

019 Student Union, Culture & Identity Centers


Join us for a campus march honoring the life, legacy, and contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The march will begin and end at 019 Student Union. Light refreshments will be provided.

"Let Freedom Rings" In-Service Program

Tuesday, January 16, 10am

019 Student Union, Culture & Identity Centers


Open to Faculty, Staff, and Students


WSU faculty and staff are invited to participate in a public reading to honor Dr. King. The theme for the program is "Let Freedom Ring."

UPCOMING EVENTS

Watch Watch MEAN GIRLS (2024)

Friday, January 12, 5-8:30pm

Regal Fairfield Commons, Beavercreek OH


Come enjoy watching the new Mean Girls movie at the Regal Movie Theater. You must RSVP to receive free admission to the movie and transportation from WSU will be provided! Sponsored by Residential Community Association, University Activities board, and Commuter Student Association.

Open Climb w/ Queer Climbing Cincinnati

Saturday, January 13, 11am-1pm

WSU Rock Climbing Wall, Student Union


Join Wright State University's Outdoor Resource Center and Queer Climbers Coalition on for a FREE open climbing session. Bring your own or borrow our gear at no cost. Please use the above link to RSVP. This event is open to the public as well as the WSU community. Waivers will be provided at the event and signing is required to climb; participants under 18 must have the waiver signed by a parent/guardian who is present. For information about the WSU rock climbing gym, click here. Contact James Naylor at naylor.29@wright.edu with questions or concerns.

Black Reality Talks (Student Session)

Tuesday, January 16, 7-8:30pm

033 Rike Hall


The Black Student Union invites students for an opportunity to discuss various issues Black students' experience at Wright State and efforts to address issues of inequality.

Spring Semester Welcome & Three Kings Day Celebration

Thursday, January 18, 12-2pm

019 Student Union, Culture & Identity Centers


Welcome the Spring Semester, celebrate and learn about the Hispanic/Latino holiday, Tres Reyes (Three Kings) Day with traditional Latino food. While supplies last.

Vagina Monologues Auditions

Thursday, January 18, 12-2pm

023 Student Union, Culture & Identity Centers

*Other audition times available by request


Calling all aspiring performers! Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your talent and audition for "The Vagina Monologues"! Prepare a short monologue from the show or choose a dramatic or comedic monologue of your preference. Ensure your spot by RSVPing for the audition via Engage. Contact Fin, the director, for questions, comments, or to schedule a different audition time at 937-708-6331.

Japanese Tea Ceremony

Friday, January 19, 3-4pm

224 Student Union, UCIE


Sample real Japanese matcha tea and sweet bean as you learn about the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. While supplies last.

LOVE/MOVE YOUR BODY WEEK

January 22 - January 25


The Women's Center, in collaboration with Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance and College Panhellenic Council, is hosting several events to celebrate Love & Move Your Body for the WSU community to patriciate in. Please join us for a full week of activities. Find more detailed information and view the full schedule of events on Women's Center Engage. Events' schedule subject to change.

Cycle with Shannon

Monday, January 22, 11:15-11:45am

Studio A Recreation Center, Student Union


Indoor Fitness Cycling offers a dynamic workout experience featuring a diverse range of drills designed to replicate outdoor cycling conditions. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, this class is tailored to accommodate all levels of fitness abilities.


Belly Dance Class

Monday, January 22, 7:30-8:30pm

Location TBD


Learn the basics of belly dance and appreciate yourself and your body! Instruction provided by Bronwen, professional dance artist, and MarYSoul Studios.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Submit Your Nominations for the Women's Center Awards 2023-2024

Submission deadline is Friday, March 1st


You are invited to nominate individuals and organizations for the Women's Center Awards for school year 2023-2024. Nominations are accepted until March 1st, 2024. Recognition will be awarded at the Women's Center's discretion, and nomination is not necessary to be awarded. Self-nominations and peer-nominations are accepted. The Women's Center Award ceremony is on International Women's Day, Friday, March 8th from 11am-1pm in the Endeavor Room. 


If you have any questions about this, please contact Bobbie Szabo at bobbie.szabo@wright.edu.

SAVE THE DATE

The Vagina Monologues Performance

Thursday, February 22, 7pm and Sunday, February 25, 2pm

Schuster Hall, Creative Arts Center


Join the Women's Center for the theatrical production of Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues.

OPPORTUNITIES OFF CAMPUS

Call for Research Participants

Emotional Socialization in Black Males: Signs and Symptoms of Distress in this Population


Artesia Dunbar (Principle Investigator) is a Clinical Psychology PsyD student at Wright State University in the School of Professional Psychology and she is recruiting participants for her IRB approved (IRB-2023-301) research study that explores Black males’ experiences with expressing negative emotions in adolescents. Individuals who identify as a Black male and is between the ages of 18 and 21 are encouraged participate. Eligible participants will be entered to win one of three- $15 gift cards for completing the consent and survey using the provided link. Those that are eligible and choose to participate in the interview will receive a $25 gift card. For any inquiries, contact Artesia Dunbar at 678-926-8316 or Dunbar.15@wright.edu. Follow the titled link above to register for participation.

IN OTHER NEWS

Need a Passport?

Did you know the University Center for International Education can process US passport applications right here on campus?


Use the link above to learn more and to schedule your appointment.

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Want Free Admission to the

Dayton Art Institute?

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.

Building facade of Dayton Art Institute at 456 Belmonte Park N in Dayton zip code 45405
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Submissions and/or changes to events must be (re)submitted through the form no later than Wednesday, 5pm.

The Culture and

Identity Centers

019-023 Student Union



M-Th, 8:30am-8pm and F 8:30am-5pm (excluding holidays)


To learn more, please visit our websites.

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.

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

Interfaith Prayer and Meditation Room available at

023 Student Union during the Culture and Identity Centers regular hours.

Recurring Meetings or Events

Please send Spring 2024 meeting information to harney-davila.3@wright.edu.


  • Muslim Student Association's Friday Prayer -- Weekly Fridays, 12-3 pm, 008 Student Union (Rathskeller)
  • The Women's Center's Gurrrl Talk Radio Show -- Biweekly Thursdays, 1-2pm -- listen on WWSU 106.9 FM or online
  • Title IX Coordinator Office Hours -- Weekly Tuesdays, 3-5pm & Wednesdays, 2-5pm, 023H Student Union (Culture & Identity Centers)
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