Multiculturalism

The framework for the Department of Multicultural Life (DML) at Macalester College is grounded in the recognition that given the diversity of the Macalester community, members from distinctly different backgrounds often encounter intense cultural conflicts within the context of the larger society. To be true to Macalester's stated purpose "to prepare people to become intellectually vital and productive citizen-leaders in a world that includes a multiplicity of cultures, perspectives, and needs," it is imperative that members of Macalester demonstrate a commitment to multiculturalism by approaching the work of the college with intention, inclusion, and integrity.

DML Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Multicutural Life is to integrate the ethos and values of historically under-represented peoples, discourses, thoughts, and ideas as a catalyst for transforming the traditional ways of doing the work of the College into a more inclusive model.

DML Goals

The goals of the Department of Multicultural Life are:

• To identify and assess multicultural core competencies for the campus community.

• To create partnerships with academic and administrative departments to infuse multiculturalism throughout all aspects of campus life.

• To foster and promote an inclusive physical environment that welcomes the entire College community, particularly those who have been historically under-represented.

DML Initiatives

● The Lealtad-Suzuki Center

● The Alumni of Color Host Family Program

● The Emerging Scholars Program

● The Cultural House

● Harambee! A Celebration of Multicultural Moments

2008-2009 DML Staff

CENTRAL STAFF

Tommy L. Woon - Dean of Multicultural Life

Karla Benson Rutten - Director, Lealtad-Suzuki Center

Alina Wong – Assistant Director, Lealtad-Suzuki Center

Afifa Benwahoud - Dept. Coordinator, Multicultural Life

Sedric McClure - Multicultural Counselor, MAX Center

STUDENT ASSISTANTS: LEALTAD-SUZUKI CENTER

Sallem Berhane ‘10

Elyse Dempsey '10 (Volunteer)

Angela Gutierrez ‘11

Zena Hardt ‘11

Emily Lesnick ‘11

Keren Yohannes ‘11

STUDENT ASSISTANTS: CULTURAL HOUSE

Bimbola Akinbola ’11 (Multicultural Programming Assistant)

Coery Koscielniak ‘11 (Multicultural Programming Assistant)

Kyera Singleton ‘11 (House Manager)

Callie Thuma ’10 (Volunteer)

SCHOLAR MENTORS: EMERGING SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Jamila Humphrie ‘11

Luisa Paredes ‘11

Celeste Prince '10

Roman Raymundo ‘11

Alison Tray ‘09

Jeffrey Yamashita ‘11

DEAN’S STUDENT ASSISTANT

Abe Levine ‘11

UPCOMING EVENTS

August 26, 7p Queer Students & Allies Reception Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center and Campus Life (Cultural House, 37 Macalester Street)

Sept. 4, 4:30p Cultural House Open House (Cultural House, 37 Macalester Street)

Sept. 17, 4:30p LSC Open House & Student Collective Info Session Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center (Kagin Commons, 1^st Floor)

Sept. 25, 4:30p Allies Project Training Workshop Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center Contact Alina Wong to sign up. (CC 215)

Oct. 2, Noon Soup & Substance Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center and Campus Life (Kagin Commons, Lower Level)

Oct. 21, 5pm SPEAK Series: John Prendergast & the Fight to End Genocide Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center (JBD Lecture Hall, Campus Center)

Oct. 22, 10am Allies Project Training Workshop Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center Contact Alina Wong to sign up. (CC 215)

Nov. 6, Noon Soup & Substance Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center and Campus Life (Kagin Commons, Lower Level)

Nov. 6, 5pm SPEAK Series: Winona LaDuke Speaks on Environmental Justice Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center (Hill Ballroom)

Nov. 13, 11:30a Allies Project Training Workshop Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center Contact Alina Wong to sign up. (CC 215)

Dec. 4, Noon Soup & Substance Sponsored by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center and Campus Life (Kagin Commons, Lower Level)

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