Make DIY Stress Balls with CESB's Scholarship Coordinator, Alejandro Rodriguez, and Native American Engagement Coordinator, Kyri Duncan.
In honor of CESB Spirit Week, Lucas and Joss will be hosting a Just Dance competition in the back space of CESB on a Nintendo Switch. Students can come and participate for a chance to win a prize. The higher your score you get, the higher your chance of winning a prize. Prizes include CESB and U of U Gear.
Paint, plant, and set intentions for the fall semester! Students will engage in creative manifestation through the decorating of a plant pot and planting of seeds, as they set intentions for the fall semester.
Come visit the Center for Equity and Student Belonging (CESB). Our team has been working hard to build out or programs, make improvements to our space, and ensure that all students can build their sense of belonging. Join the CESB staff to take a tour of our space, learn about our programs and opportunities for involvement, and explore how CESB can be a partner in helping students to thrive at the University of Utah. Stop by CESB (Union 235) on August 28, 2023 any time between 11am and 1pm to join in the fun!
Meet the First Year Experience Coordinator and our Embedded Mental Health Specialist while building legos! The Embedded Mental Health Specialist will discuss some mental health technics while everyone is building legos. The Legos are mainly Pokemon legos.
This marks the first event for the Four-Ward Voice (FWV)! FWV's goal is to strengthen community engagement and belonging of the American Indian/Native community and allies at the U. The opening social is a great opportunity for folks to mingle and build relationships for the academic year!
Poder y Praxis is a Continuous Engagement Program (CEP) designed to foster and cultivate personal and social belonging for Latinx students, faculty, trainees, and staff on campus. This casual/fun networking opportunity will include brief introductions and presentations followed by food and fun team-building games! This is an especially great opportunity for any first-year students wanting to get more involved on campus.
In a collaboration between a few of CESB's programs - Reclaim Your Lunchbox, Utah Opportunity Scholars, and Diversity Scholars. Join in to meet and connect with our team as we explore the resources, opportunities, and all the beauty of the Red Butte Garden. There will be a chance to WIN a "nature/outdoor" themed giveaway!
The opening social for the Cultural Canvas Collective is a lively gathering where new members come together to connect. It's an opportunity to build relationships, foster a sense of belonging, and set the tone for creative exploration within our collective.
Join us for a transformative journey as we explore Culturally-Informed Strategies for Healing Burnout in the Latinx Community with CESB's Embedded Mental Health Therapist.
Leading up to Native American Indian Heritage Month, consider donating to our Basic Needs Drive in partnership with our campus partners. Support us by donating teddy bears, diapers, toiletries, and feminine hygiene products for women and children affected by domestic violence. Hygiene items collected will be donated to Restoring Ancestral Winds and teddy bears will be donated to the Teddy Bear Project.
Celebrate National Transfer Student Week by networking with fellow transfer students and discovering resources tailored to your needs. This event will include a student panel, networking activity, and catered lunch from The Pie pizzeria.
Join the Cultural Canvas Collective at the BCC for a screening of Jordan Peele's "Candyman!"
Join the Black Student Union for a Skate Night at Millcreek Common on October 20th at 8p! Experience the thrill of gliding under the stars at the Black Student Union Skate Night! Lace up your skates and join us for an evening filled with infectious music, delectable delights from food trucks, and the joy of skating with friends.
Join the Center for Equity and Student Belonging for a discussion of Junji Ito's Manga works and then have a watch party for the Netflix series of Junji Ito's work.
Join us in a workshop that explores your identity and experiences through art! The Four-Ward Voice is hosting this event in collaboration with University Neighborhood Partners and Salt Lake Community College. This event is Indigenous-centered and open to all!
Raising Me For the Future is a career & mentorship conference that highlights the successful careers of BIPOC professionals with the intention of inspiring and creating mentorship opportunities for BIPOC high school students.
Come learn about the Bennion Scholar and Community Engagement Certificate programs. Students will have the opportunity to meet current students in the program and hear their unique experience.
CESB and Poder y Praxis present: Día De Los Muertos: “Honoring Our Ancestors” The celebration this year will be a collaboration between ALPFA, LSU, and the Dream Center. The ofrenda for this years celebration will be located in the Union Lobby from 10/31 – 11/3. Everyone is welcome to bring decorations and other additions to the ofrenda.
CESB and Poder y Praxis present: Día De Los Muertos: "Honoring Our Ancestors" The celebration this year will be a collaboration between ALPFA, LSU, and the Dream Center. We will be having food and going over what Día De Los Muertos is and its significance. You will be able to bring pictures of your loved ones and then toward the end, we will be placing them on the Ofrenda.
CESB and Poder y Praxis present: Día De Los Muertos: “Honoring Our Ancestors” The celebration this year will be a collaboration between ALPFA, LSU, and the Dream Center.
Join the Asian American Student Association to network with our local community organizations/individuals, student organizations, etc. to learn more about their social justice and supporting efforts.
Experience the U (ETU) is a series of events meant to spark the joy of learning and connect prospective first-time freshmen and transfer students with colleges, and financial & scholarship opportunities available at the University of Utah.
Join our community conversation exploring media archetypes, societal pressures, and beauty standards impacting Black female bodies. It's more than just a body type; it's a narrative. #SlimThick #LetsTalkAboutIt
The two-day American Indian Winter Arts Market is a great opportunity to get the perfect gift during the holiday season, and to recognize Indigenous Artists.
The AIRC & CESB are excited to have you join us for our Winter Holiday Party! Celebrate the end of the semester and enjoy festive music, food, and a white elephant exchange. Friends, family, and community members are invited.
"Food Chains" is a compelling documentary that sheds light on the harsh realities of farm labor in the United States. The film explores the challenges faced by farmworkers, particularly those involved in the production of fresh produce, and addresses issues such as fair wages, labor rights, and the broader impact on our food systems. Through powerful storytelling and thought-provoking interviews, "Food Chains" encourages viewers to reflect on the social justice implications within the agricultural industry.
Join the Pasifika Navigators and Four-Ward Voice in a fun night filled with cultural stories shared from Pasifika and Native American identities! The shared stories will be centered around the idea of continuation through the winter season through the lens of Indigenous people. When stories are shared, similarities can be found to bridge the connection between all identities.
Family can be stressful, especially around the holidays. Let's talk about it! Engage in a candid talk on mental health and family dynamics. Connect, share, and find support.
Join in as we invite a guest speaker: Mercedes Ng, a local artist that emphasizes Hong Kong culture they grew on and participate in painting/drawing with us too!
The theme of this year's Black Student Union High School Conference is "Empowering Excellence," which focuses on unlocking the brilliance and potential of each attendee. Get ready for an exclusive glimpse into the vibrant experiences of the university's Black and African Diaspora community through exciting workshops, campus tours, engaging panels, and much more. This event is centered around the experiences of students within the Black and African Diaspora but is open to all.
Snowy days got you chilled? Warm up with FREE hot chocolate, tea, and grab-and-go breakfast bars! We'll also be playing legendary tunes by Santigold, Bessie Smith, Lizzo, and Grace Jones at the center! Don't miss out on this cozy study break!
Lunar Perspectives offers a cinematic experience with "Moonlight" screening and a thought-provoking panel highlighting Black Queer Voices. Engage, reflect, and connect.
Experience Sisterhood Reimagined at the Woman King Film Showcase. Join us for an illuminating screening of Woman King and a post-film discussion.
The Latiné High School Conference is an annual conference that creates space for high school students to engage in various discussions around college access and support.
The LGBT Resource Center is pleased to invite the U of U campus community to join us in celebrating Black History Month by honoring the Queer Legacy of the Harlem Renaissance! From jazz music to paintings and poetry, we will be highlighting various modalities of artwork from the Harlem Renaissance throughout the day. We welcome everyone to join us in this celebration and education surrounding Black History.
The Center for Equity and Student Belonging and The LGBT Resource Center at the University of Utah are excited to invite you to a special event to come together as a community to celebrate diversity, creativity, and the intersection of Black History Month and The Harlem Renaissance.
Reclaim Your Lunchbox and Four-Ward Voice are hosting a screening of Manzanar: Diverted! This film will cover the environmental impacts of Asian/Asian American and American Indian communities. We'll be having a group discussion on what we learned from these experiences and how everyone can take a step forward together. Popcorn and drinks will be provided!
Embark on a cinematic journey with us! This is more than a movie night—it's a chance to connect, share insights, and experience the power of storytelling.
The Love of the Game: Love & Basketball Watch Party. A pre-game screening followed by Utes basketball action—a perfect sports night!
Dr. Arvin, director of Pacific Islands Studies here at the U, is a Native Hawaiian feminist scholar who works on issues of race, gender, science and colonialism in Hawai‘i and the broader Pacific. At this workshop, we will be discussing ideas from a paper co-authored by Dr. Arvin titled, "Decolonizing Feminism: Challenging Connections Between Settler Colonialism and Heteropatriarchy." Reading the paper before attending the workshop is *not* required. We hope to see you there!
Join the Four-Ward Voice in their end-of-year celebration, Celebrating Your Voice, on March 15, 4 to 6 pm at the Thomas S. Monson Center. This event will highlight work across our Native American, Indigenous, and allied communities. There will be food and a music performance from Whisperhawk.
Step into the realm of creativity! Join us for 'What's Behind the Blue Door?'—a virtual writing workshop where imagination knows no bounds. Let your words unlock new worlds and stories.
Join the AAPI Heritage Month Planning Committee, AAPI Student In Business, Center for Equity and Student Belonging, Utah OCA, and the College of Nursing for an evening of fun with locally owned Pacific Islander and Asian/Asian American Businesses and vendors, cultural performances and more.
Come learn how to use round knitting looms and discuss breaking gender stereotypes within Asian American communities. Not experience necessary, materials provided.
