student diversity initiatives
Library holds food drive for pantry
In conjunction with its civil war lecture series, the Curtis Laws Wilson Library is hosting a food drive for “Commuters’ Commodities,” a food pantry run by the student diversity initiatives staff. While admission is free to the lecture series, attendees are encouraged to bring a canned food item for the pantry to help students in need.
Read More »Registration open for SWE lock-in conference
Do you know female high school juniors, seniors or prospective college transfer students who would like to learn more about studying science, technology, engineering or math? Tell them to check out Missouri S&T’s Girls Lock-In Conference. The conference has openings for the April 13-14 session. Scholarships are available to those with financial need. https://connect.mst.edu/register/lockinscholarship.
Read More »Donations sought for student clothing closet, food pantry
The student diversity initiatives staff is launching a gender-affirming clothing closet as well as a food and household goods pantry. These services are provided free to students. Anyone can donate by bringing items to the Diversity House from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Monetary donations will also be accepted, with all money used to purchase supplies and maintain the closet and pantry. For more information, please contact Cynthia Guess, operations manager, at cguess@mst.edu or 341-4215.
Read More »SDI presents taboo talks
Join student diversity initiatives 6-7 p.m. every Tuesday, beginning Feb. 6, at the Diversity House, to engage in a positive dialogue around topics that matter most to you. Interact with peers and tackle some of today’s most taboo topics in a safe and supportive environment. The Diversity House is located at 605 W. 11th St. Light snacks and comfortable space will be provided. For more information, please contact Benjamin White, assistant director of student diversity initiatives, at benjamin.white@mst.edu.
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Black History Month events kick off on Feb. 1
You’re invited to celebrate Black History Month with campus events throughout the month, focusing on the theme of “Black History in the Making.” Events will include:
- Black History Kickoff: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, in the Havener Center atrium. Engage with student organizations and celebrate Black history while supporting an inclusive future.
- The Black Renaissance: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, in St. Pat’s Ballroom of the Havener Center. Join students for a showcase of music and art and hear a keynote address by Anitra Rivera, director of student diversity initiatives. Attendees can bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the student diversity initiatives food pantry.
- Dinner to Jazz: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, in St. Pat’s Ballroom. This year’s theme is “A Southern Taste” and will include dancing, poetry and singing performances, as well as dinner. Advance tickets are $20 for S&T students and $25 for non-S&T students until Wednesday, Feb. 14. Beginning Thursday, Feb. 15, ticket prices rise by $5. Cocktail attire is suggested for attendees. For tickets, please email abs@mst.edu.
Correction: Student diversity initiatives staff
In a previous eConnection article, “Update on diversity programs, Title IX,” the employees in student diversity initiatives were misidentified. The staff includes: Cynthia Guess, operations manager, Ben White, senior assistant director and Shannon Cox, student support specialist. Melanie Wulff now serves as manager of alumni affairs for University Advancement.
Read More »Faculty, staff needed to mentor first-generation students
Student diversity initiatives seeks faculty and staff mentors for the Trailblazers program for first-generation students. Mentors should be passionate about supporting undergraduate first-generation students and willing to devote time to meet with mentees monthly to form a mentoring relationship.
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