What Will Your Story Be?
What you do on campus and how you get involved in our communities is entirely up to you. Every year begins with the networking event Weaving New Beginnings, where you can find opportunities and a community to support you. Do you want to focus on building strong relationships through a program focused on succeeding at the UO? Or maybe you want to be involved in celebrating legacy and cultural heritage through major events on campus. Whatever your interests are, there are opportunities and a community for you. You get to choose how your successful college experience is defined. The Multicultural Events and Programming team is here to help you get there.
Multicultural Events and Programs
Throughout the year there are a variety of events and programs hosted by students and community members focused on sharing experiences and discussions around culture and heritage with the campus community.
Weaving New Beginnings
A networking reception to welcome new students, faculty, and staff of color. This event has kicked off our fall term for more than 25 years and has become an exciting campus tradition. All are welcome.
Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
Every year the campus comes together to celebrate the lasting legacy of Dr. King's work. With award celebrations, a community march, service project, and a keynote speaker this celebration brings our community together to honor our shared vision to continue moving forward and pays tribute to the individuals who have bravely stood for justice and peace.
Raices Unida Youth Conference
Latinx high schoolers from around the state of Oregon gather for a full-day conference to connect with each other and learn about access to higher education.
Heritage and History Events
During Heritage and History Months, students, faculty, and staff come together to celebrate the stories, cultures, traditions, and experiences of various cultures.
DOS Multicultural Events and Programming Team Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Creating a common dialogue
The Office of the Dean of Students Multicultural Events and Programming team provides a place where all students are welcome to meet, plan, and help create a stronger community. It is a place that helps you connect with students of all races and backgrounds to collaborate around cultural programming and education. Our team collaborates on several events and celebrations throughout the year.
Resources
The Division of Student Life—as well as many offices and programs in the Division of Equity and Inclusion—work closely with a number of campus services to connect you with resources, services, and community. Below are a number of resources you might find helpful.
Events
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Experience Oregon's dynamic—yet fragile—kelp forest ecosystems and learn why this species is vital to Oregon and the world. Discover the critters that call Oregon's kelp forests home, the threats facing kelp today, and what we can do to help the kelp.
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Experience Oregon's dynamic—yet fragile—kelp forest ecosystems and learn why this species is vital to Oregon and the world. Discover the critters that call Oregon's kelp forests home, the threats facing kelp today, and what we can do to help the kelp.
Are you BIPOC and identify as queer and/or trans? Join us for a fun afternoon of gardening and tea!
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Are you BIPOC and identify as queer and/or trans? Join us for a fun afternoon of gardening and tea!
5:00 p.m.
We invite you to join us for a night of serendipity! As we appreciate the cultures of both international and domestic students here at UO!
6:00–7:30 p.m.
The Grocery Shuttle is traveling to WinCo!
The Grocery Shuttle is a collaboration between @uo_ducknest and @duckrides. This service provides free transportation to affordable grocery stores off campus.
This spring term we’ll be heading to WinCo and Trader Joe's on Sundays and Thursdays, and Sunrise Asian Market and El Torito starting Week 3 on Wednesdays! Locations rotate each week (find the full spring schedule below). Students will have an hour to shop before being transported back to campus (with stops at either the the Knight Law Center or HEDCO Education building). RSVP by following the link below!
Pick Up Location: EMU Amphitheater Day: Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays Time: Pick up is at 6pm Cost: Free
*Please bring your student ID.
RSVP: Via Calendly or using this URL:
https://calendly.com/grocery-shuttle/grocery-shuttle?month=2024-04
There are only 10 seats on the shuttle. Walk-ons are accepted if space is available but we recommend that students RSVP.
Find the full schedule for the shuttle below.
Grocery Shuttle Schedule (Pick Up at 6pm for all dates)
Thursday, April 4: WinCo Sunday, April 7: Trader Joe’s Thursday, April 11: Trader Joe’s Sunday, April 14: WinCo Wednesday, April 17: Sunrise Asian Food Market Thursday, April 18: WinCo Sunday, April 21: Trader Joe’s Wednesday, April 24: El Torito Grocery Store Thursday, April 25: Trader Joe’s Sunday, April 28: WinCo Wednesday, May 1: Sunrise Asian Food Market Thursday, May 2: WinCo Sunday, May 5: Trader Joe’s Wednesday, May 8: El Torito Grocery Store Thursday, May 9: Trader Joe’s Sunday, May 12: WinCo Wednesday, May 15: Sunrise Asian Food Market Thursday, May 16: WinCo Sunday, May 19: Trader Joe’s Wednesday, May 22: El Torito Grocery Store Thursday, May 23: Trader Joe’s Sunday, May 26: WinCo Wednesday, May 29: Sunrise Asian Food Market Thursday, May 30: WinCo Sunday, June 2: Trader Joe’s Wednesday, June 5: El Torito Grocery Store Thursday, June 6: Trader Joe’s
Please email the Duck Nest (ducknest@uoregon.edu) if you would like to request the ADA accessible van we will do our best to accommodate the request.