The Office of Multicultural Enrichment released a new logo to encourage students of all cultures to become a part of its many programs. Byron Martin, director of OME, said the office wanted to recreate itself. "The whole goal was to make OME more noticeable and make people more knowledgeable about the work that we do," he said. Martin ... [Read More…]
Students share minority experiences in discussion
Though this year's student body has the highest diversity percentage of any class, there are still many issues minorities have to face. The last Sundaes on Mondays of the semester addressed the experiences of the minorities at ACU. Byron Martin, director of the Office of Multicultural Enrichment, moderated the conversations with students Kenyon ... [Read More…]
OME and BSA present “Ruth”
The Office of Multicultural Enrichment and Black Students Association presented a play titled Ruth in the Cullen Auditorium. The production was scripted and directed by Vincent Green. Video/editing by: Denzil Lim ... [Read More…]
OME, BSA to present 14th Black History Production
The Office of Multicultural Enrichment and Black Students Association will present "Ruth," the 14th annual Black History production, March 1-2 at 7:30 p.m. in Cullen Auditorium. The play was written by ACU Alum, Vincson Green ('12), theatre major living in Abilene. Vince wrote a skeleton of the play in Dr. Adam Hester's play writing class his ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 02.13.13
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A taste of home: Students share culture samples
During Saturday night's basketball games, the Moody track was crowded with tables, giving the community a taste of culture in celebrating the first annual Cultural Crossover. The Office of Multicultural Enrichment sponsored event showcased Greece, Nigeria, Mexico & Spain, the Czech Republic and the United States of America at the Crossover, ... [Read More…]
BSA brings back ‘Sundaes’
The Black Students Association has brought back "Sundaes on Mondays," an "at ease" environment in the Living Room to simply discuss and collaborate on issues in the world, all while enjoying some ice cream sundaes. Byron Martin, director of Multicultural Enrichment, believes Sundaes on Mondays is doing well after a several-year absence. "We ... [Read More…]
OME pushing for diversity
The Office of Multicultural Enrichment has been making efforts to increase diversity around campus, while also pushing for a higher rate of retention among minority students. Byron Martin, director of multicultural enrichment and support, said OME pushes for a higher rate of retention to increase the feeling of having a diverse culture on the ACU ... [Read More…]
Dean of students addresses ACU’s religious future
Dr. Jean-Noel Thompson met with the Students' Association on Wednesday to respond to the congress members' questions about student life. Thompson, vice president for Student Life and dean of students, spoke about the religious and ethnic diversity of the campus, both of which increased this year. Thirty percent of the freshmen class is of an ... [Read More…]
Entra a la Plaza seeks cultural enrichment
The 21st Entra a la Plaza, organized by Hispanos Unidos, will take place on the patio of the Williams Performing Arts Center from 6-9:30 p.m. on Friday. Entra a la Plaza celebrates Hispanic and Latin American culture in an engaging way on the ACU campus by providing food and festivities for anyone who is curious about this colorful culture or just ... [Read More…]