what students say
“During my first days at EMU I felt a sense of welcome. Diversity is truly valued here. I feel like I can be myself!”
-Webster Contreras, EMU grad
student leaders
Listen to Natalie Bonilla, former president of the Latino Student Alliance, speak at chapel on “The Different Shades of Our Cultures”Multicultural Services
A place that values difference
At EMU, a core value is cross-cultural understanding. We strive to be a place that welcomes diversity and recognizes the value that various ethnic backgrounds bring to the broader community.
The Multicultural Services office provides leadership and learning opportunities for people of diverse backgrounds. We also develop opportunities and programs for the broader campus that highlight diversity, stimulate dialogue and build relationships.
Our office encourages the entire community to better understand and appreciate each person’s culture, traditions and heritage.
What we offer you
Multicultural Services offers AHANA (Americans of African, Hispanic, Asian and Native American descent) students resources, activities and opportunities that celebrate their heritage and connect them with the larger undergraduate community program assistants work hard to bring events to the school and new life to the program.
Organizations and clubs
Some organizations of particular interest include Black Student Union, Latino Student Alliance (LSA) , Future Leaders of Equality and Diversity, Gospel Choir, International Student Organization, and Alpha Omega Steppers.
Programs and celebrations
Annual celebrations include Latino Heritage Month, Dialogue on Race and Diversity Week, Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, and Black History Month!
Through our office’s connection with local resources and mentoring agencies, AHANA students will be empowered to succeed academically, socially and spiritually.
Contact us!
For more information, contact Marvin Lorenzana, director of multicultural services.