Multicultural Student Programs
Motivate. Educate. Advocate. Celebrate.
The Multicultural Student Programs (MSP) provides support for students of color on
campus through academic initiatives, cultural enrichment programs, student organizations,
and connecting students to the alumni network. The program is committed to their success,
and every effort will be made to ensure that each student’s academic journey is a
rewarding one.
MORE (Multicultural Organization Reaching Equality) and La Fuerza are our multicultural
student organizations that foster student development through diversity and promoting
cultural differences on campus and in the community as a whole. These organizations
commit to establishing partnerships with other campus organizations with enthusiasm
and takes a proactive role in the development of strong student leadership. The goal
of these organizations is to foster an awareness and appreciation for all cultures
through personal relations and programming. These activities range from BBQs, soul
food lunch, salsa nights, social outings, Friendsgiving dinners, and lectures; these
organizations take pride in promoting and helping create a space not just for Latinos,
African Americans, and Asian Americans, but for anyone who wants to join.
Vice President Tyrese Allen
Secretary Makeilah Turner
Co-Secretary Jared Wainright
Treasurer Jomari Bailey
Events Chair Khennedy Brunson
Events Co-Chair Lexi Deck
PR Chair LaCameria Clark
PR Co-Chair JaCoya Hodges
Chaplain KiKi Youmans
Choir Co-Chair Tyranni Hubbard
“These organizations have served well in assisting students of color to interact with the entire university community while maintaining their own heritage and cultural values. … Their alumni are individuals who are not just influential in their respective communities but they are also agents of change, who truly make a difference.”
Dr. Lewis Shepherd
Special Assistant to the President
UPCOMING EVENTS
September
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH KICK-OFF LUNCHEON
Wednesday, Sept. 15 – 11 a.m.
Ouachita Commons
- Stop by to learn more about the Hispanic Heritage culture.
LA FUERZA’S FIESTA MESA
Friday, Sept. 24 – noon
Evans Student Center
- Drop by our table to learn more about Hispanic Heritage month and sample treats!
TIGER SERVE DAY
Saturday, Sept. 25
Elrod Center
- Join the Multicultural Student Programs team to serve the local community.
October
HISPANIC ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Monday, Oct. 11 – noon
Alumni Room, Ouachita Commons
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH FILM
Tuesday, Oct. 12
Riley-Hickingbotham Library & Zoom
To stay current on upcoming events and much more, be sure to follow Multicultural Student Programs on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Contact any of our MSP staff for questions or concerns: (To contact us via text: 870-568-1227)
CONTACT US
Director of Multicultural Student Programs
Advisors:
Jerusa Carvajal | Myra Houser | Caitlin Hetzel | Lori Motl | Roy Thompson | Erica Brown | Destiny Graves | Natilan Crutcher | Monica Rutledge | Nicole Porchia | Lewis Shepherd
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