August

August

Kupita/Transiciones

Aug. 19, 1 to 4 p.m., Kilcawley Center

Kupita/Transiciones is a student transition program designed to provide new and returning learners with the opportunity to become familiar with the campus resources. Co-sponsored by the YSU Black Faculty and Staff Association, Black Student Union and the Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society. For more information, contact the Office of Student Diversity Programs at 330-941-2087 or 2086.

Student Diversity Programs Open House

Aug. 21, 2 to 4 p.m., Student Diversity Programs Office, 2114 Kilcawley Center.

The Office of Student Diversity Programs invites students to engage its staff and student workers and learn about the program’s operation. For more information, call 330-941-2087 or 2086.

International Student Coffee Hour

Aug. 23, 2 to 3:45 p.m., YWCA Lobby, corner of Phelps Street and Rayen Avenue, Youngstown.

Sponsored by the Center for International Studies And Programs. For more information, call 330-941-2336.

International Welcome Picnic

Aug. 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Chestnut Hill Pavilion, Mill Creek Park, Youngstown.

Sponsored by the Center for International Studies And Programs. For more information, call 330-941-2336.

63: A Focus on Peace and Nonviolence

Aug. 28, 3 to 4:03 p.m., Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room.

This commemorative event marks the 50th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington and the speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. titled “I Have a Dream.” The celebration will last 63 minutes to commemorate the year in which the original event occurred. Sponsored by the Office of Student Diversity Programs and the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs. For more information, call 330-941-2086.

African American Male Wellness Walk – Warren/Youngstown

Aug. 31, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Holy Trinity Baptist Church, 505 Parkcliffe Avenue, Youngstown.

The African American Male Wellness Walk – Warren/Youngstown is a 5-mile event that targets, but is not exclusive to, African American men who represent area secular and religious organizations and/or institutions. This event is designed to encourage African American men to take charge of their health by bringing their families together in unity for health awareness, well being and prevention. The day’s activities will include free health screenings, a walk/run and entertainment. For more information, call the office of Rev. Dr. Lewis W. Macklin II at 330-788-1696 or e-mail lwmacii@aol.com

September

College Students Stand Against Racism

Sept. 4, 3 p.m., Kilcawley Center, President’s Conference Room.

A panel discussion of students organized through the Student Diversity Council will be discussing their perspective of racism locally, regionally, statewide and nationally. Sponsored by the YSU Student Diversity Council and the Office of Student Diversity Programs. For more information, call 330-941-2086.

Hispanic Heritage Opening Celebration: Estrellas Latinas Brillando Bajo Un Mismo Cielo – Latino Stars Shining Under One Sky

Sept. 12, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., Mahoning County Courthouse, 120 Market Street, Youngstown.

The Hispanic Heritage Planning Committee kicks off its opening event in downtown Youngstown. The event will feature the annual flag ceremony representing the 22 Hispanic countries, music presentation and opening remarks by Sylvia J. Imler, YSU interim director of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at. Event speaker is Frank Nolasco. Sponsored by the Hispanic Heritage Planning Committee through the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, YSU. For more information, call 330-941-3370.

Photographer Jose Galvez Exhibit: “Another Day, Another Dream”

Sept. 19, 5 to 7 p.m., Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor, 151 W. Wood St., Youngstown.

“The people go to work every day, dreaming for the future, hoping for the best.” This will be an exhibit assembled from recent work, mainly from the South, with additional pieces from Kentucky and other Eastern region states. The exhibit is co-sponsored by the YSU Center for Applied History, Department of History and the Ohio Historical Society’s Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor. Exhibit opens at 5 p.m.

America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Bluegrass to Broadway: The Blues and Gospel Music

Sept. 25, 7 p.m., Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Avenue, Youngstown.

Lecture, film and discussion. Sponsored by YSU’s Dana School of Music/Dana Concert Series, College of Creative Arts and Communication.

Wal-Mart Career Fair Cookout

Sept. 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Kilcawley Center, Fountain/Core (Inclement weather, Chestnut Room).

The event will have three informational rotations: Careers at Wal-Mart, The Culture at Wal-Mart and Charitable Efforts made by Wal-Mart. Sponsored by Wal-Mart through the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs. For more information, call 330-941-3370.

Market Street Muppets

Sept. 28, 11 a.m., Main Branch Public Library, 305 Wick Avenue, Youngstown.

The Market Street Muppets, a nonprofit, faith-based group of urban youths age 12-18, will perform during the Hispanic Heritage Celebration. For more information, call 330-941-3370.

October

Hispanic Heritage Main Event

Oct. 5, noon to 3 p.m., Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room.

The event will feature animals from the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, entertainment, children’s activities, artistic displays and student recognitions, as well as vendors, informational tables and refreshments. Sponsored by the Hispanic Heritage Planning Committee through the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, YSU. For more Hispanic Heritage events, visit http://www.ysu.edu/div_ysu/ or call 330-941-3370.

“Sojourn to the Past” 3rd Annual Nonviolence Parade & Rally

Oct. 6, 3 p.m.

The parade will begin at YSU’s Williamson College of Business and end with a rally downtown at 20 Federal Plaza. Sponsored by Sojourn to the Past, Youngstown City Schools, the city of Youngstown, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Planning Committee, and the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs. For more information, call 330-788-0545 or 330-941-3370.

“Sojourn to the Past” Civil Rights Activist and Director Speaks Out on Nonviolence

Oct. 7, 6 p.m., Main Branch Library, 305 Wick Avenue, Youngstown.

Jeff Steinberg, creator of “Sojourn to the Past,” will speak about his nationally acclaimed program that enables high school students to visit landmarks of the civil rights movement in the Deep South to see the destructive effects of racism, sexism and homophobia. Sponsored by Sojourn to the Past and Youngstown City Schools. For more information, call 330-788-0545 or 330-941-3370.