Celebrating Diversity Month

Every September we celebrate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at the University of Arkansas with a monthlong slate of events that help us incorporate more inclusive practices throughout the school year. 

Here’s what we did last year, stay tuned for this upcoming year’s programming!

AUG. 15 - SEPT. 15

Collage of books offered as DEI resources from the University Libraries
Appreciate Diversity Month | University Libraries resources

U of A students, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate Appreciate Diversity Month, observed Aug. 15 through Sept. 15, by using Libraries resources to familiarize themselves with local cultures. 

Several Libraries research guides compile books, articles, newspapers, oral histories, archival materials and more to facilitate understanding of the Northwest Arkansas community. 

Visit University Libraries

TUESDAY, AUGUST 31

2021 Black Student WelcomeBlack Student Welcome

Meet us at the MC! (Multicultural Center) | Union 403
6 - 8 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Hill-ish 2021 cultural fair Hill-ish Culture Fair

Union Mall | 6 - 10 p.m.

Inspired by the hit tv shows Black-ish and spin off Grown-ish, Hill-ish is a cultural fair event to kick off the first official day of Diversity Month. 

This event provides ample opportunity for students from different backgrounds and experiences to join student-led organizations, receive valuable resources, and connect with campus offices and departments to enhance individual chances for success on the University of Arkansas Campus! Hill-ish is the perfect opportunity to recruit, reconnect with students, and inform them of the upcoming programs or events that your office is planning for the school year!

 

LGBTQ meet and greet flyerLGBTQ International Students Meet & Greet 
Holcombe Hall Living Room 
4 - 5:30 p.m.

Come join us to be kind to one another & show your support and enjoy rainbow refreshments! This event is for international undergraduate and graduate students of the LGBTQ+ community on campus and their allies to learn about the campus resources that are available for the international LGBTQ+ students. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Black Alumni Society Tailgate

Alumni House 

A graphic inviting students to join the Black Alumni Society for their tailgate in the fall of 2021

 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Game Night

Union | 6 - 8 p.m. 

Celebrate Diversity Month with a Night of Games! September 8th, 2021, from 6 - 8pm in the Union. Hope to see you there!

 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Come as You ARkansas

Across campus!


Come as you ARkansas graphic - cupcakes with candles in them sitting on the greek theater.

 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Latinx Heritage Month Tailgate

Alumni House

MID-SEPTEMBER 

All Hands on Deck: Diversity Meeting Roll Call

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

Karaoke Night

Hillside | 6 - 8:30 p.m.

DEI Month presents... Karaoke night! Wednesday, September 15th, 2021, from 6 to 8:30pm, join us at Hillside to sing your heart out!

 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Divine 9 Tailgate

Alumni House

 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

An Evening with Amy Tu:
DEI and Diversity and Inclusion Student Council Dinner & Special Guest Speaker Amy Tu, ’96 JD , Executive Vice President, General Counsel, & Corporate Secretary

Arkansas Union Ballroom | 5 - 7 p.m.

MONTHLONG INITIATIVE

The University of Arkansas Faculty and Staff DEI Cookbook - check it out and download it here!

Submit a flyer that represents your home, culture or background! All submissions are welcome.