Programs and Activities

The Office of Multicultural Affairs advocates the awareness of diversity among students of African, Hispanic, Native American, and Asian descent on campus through the promotion and co-sponsorship of programs and activities for the campus community. These programs include Celebrative Months, Films, and Festivals. OMA also provides programming designed to: 1) assist culturally diverse students in their academic divisions with support services; 2) to integrate ethnic minority students; and, 3) empower them to be active participants in the Tulane community.

Check the calendar for the exact dates that these events will be taking place.

Below is a sampling of some of the many programs and activities:

Events Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs:

• Multi-Ethnic Student Orientation - Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs to complement the overall orientation program. The aim is to present a preview of life at Tulane and introduce its community and available resources for incoming multiethnic students. At this time guidelines and tips are given to assist students in making a smooth transition into the Tulane academic and social environment. The program and activities are organized by multi-ethnic upper-class students along with the assistance of the OMA staff. The orientation activities consist of a reception; meetings for students and parents; and several social activities.
    
• Diversity Convocation - A reception hosted by the Office of Multicultural Affairs for all students, faculty and staff. Guest speakers are invited to provide the community with a multicultural perspective of their careers.
   
• Senior Pinning Ceremony - A reception held in honor of all multi-ethnic graduating seniors. It is generally held on the Thursday evening before commencement exercises.
   
• Office of Multicultural Affairs Annual Pot-Luck Thanksgiving Dinner- Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and the Center for International Students and Scholars, the annual dinner provides students with a diverse environment for Thanksgiving. Students may bring along a small covered dish to share with their peers.
   
• Celebrations of the Season- A showcase of the many holidays celebrated by the diverse multi-ethnic community at Tulane University.
   
• OMA End of the Year Cook Out- Held- as the name suggests- at the end of every school year, a reception for multi-ethnic students to close out the year. Free food is provided.
   
• International Week- The week includes the "Its a Small World" fair, featuring booths from students representing their native country. Free food and cultural shows can also be found here. The fair, and the week, are sponsored by the Center for International Students and Scholars.
   
• International Food and Music Festival- A series of activities celebrating the various international cultures within the Tulane community. An international food festival, cultural exhibits, films, handicrafts sales, lectures and dances are some of the activities held.