Office of Multicultural Programs at Valparaiso University

12/07/2022

We hope you enjoyed our wellness event, thank you to everyone who attended!

11/28/2022

On Thursday 11/17 President Padilla began the conversation on how to make Valpo a Hispanic Serving Institution and was so exciting to see the collaboration between these students, VALE, and LIVE! Thank you to everyone who came

11/10/2022

Come Join us on Nov 17 in Loke Hall for a conversation with author Danté Stewart about his new book!!

11/03/2022

The Dr. Bill Marion First Generation Scholarship has been extended to DEC 2, 2022!!

11/03/2022

Last night we hosted an event with Amos, who discussed Activism in Art. It was extremely informative and he donated an art piece to the OMP!

11/01/2022

An Ofrenda is a sacred tradition celebrated during the Day of the Dead (Nov 1-Nov 2) to commemorate our loved ones who have passed away. Through the help of OMP, Access College, and the University Chapel we have created an ofrenda in the Gloria Christi Chapel that can be viewed until Nov 06. Please take a moment to stop by.

09/28/2022

Come join us October 6th in Loke Hall!

09/19/2022

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month throughout the month we will be highlighting different figures!!

•Dolores Huerta•

Dolores Huerta was the co-founder of the United Farm Workers Association. She was one of the most influential labor activists and a leader of the Chicano civil rights movement. Huerta helped organize workers, negotiate contracts, adn advocated for safer working conditions which included the elimination of harmful pesticides. She also fought for the healthcare and unemployment benefits for agricultural workers. One of her most notable strikes was the 1965 Delano strike of 5,000 grape workers. From the 1990s and 2000s she worked to elect more Latinos and women to political office and has championed women's issues.

08/30/2022

Welcome Back!!!! Hopefully everyone had a great summer!

Just as a reminder we moved to Loke Hall located where the yellow star is on the map!!

• Stop in anytime from 9am-9pm and check out our page for upcoming events held in Loke and around campus •

04/07/2022

Hi everyone! Although Day of Giving is over, you can still donate to the Hardship fund until May 6th! We are almost close to reaching our goal of $5,000. The more we can raise, the more people we can help!

The link to donate is in our bio.

04/06/2022

We are 67% to meeting our goal! Help us reach 100% by today and help support low-income students at Valpo. Donate Here: alumni.valpo.edu/DG22HF

04/06/2022

The Hardship Fund is now open! Please use the link in our bio to donate. The more we can raise, the more people we can help!

03/22/2022

02/28/2022

The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship is now open! Deadline to apply is APRIL 1st. Apply here: https://forms.gle/LRpnV59Xv73Sd26MA

02/03/2022

Join us tonight at 7pm.

02/02/2022

Did you know?

02/01/2022

Happy Black History Month!

Join us as we celebrate together.

01/11/2022

We are very excited for our Convocation speaker Mr. Ed Gordon

Visit www.valpo.edu/mlk for more details.

12/06/2021

The annual MLK Day is returning to the VU campus.

09/13/2021

Next Monday September 20th, come to the GKC Multipurpose Room for a Financial Literacy presentation.

07/02/2021

Friday’s in the office are not the same without FOCUS. Here in the OMP, we are really missing seeing all the incoming students and their families at FOCUS!!
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Incoming students, as you plan to arrive to campus in Fall, continue following our Social Media for ways you can learn more about programs and services offered through the OMP.
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In the meantime, we will be counting down the Friday’s until Move-In Day… 7, but who’s counting?!

06/26/2021

For this the OMP would like to introduce you all to Daniela Trajceski, the Gandhi-King Center Program Coordinator.
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Daniela’s favorite show currently is “The Bold Type” and her favorite song currently is Deja Vu by Olivia Rodrigo. In her downtime, she enjoys cooking and baking. She also enjoys nail art. A Fun Fact that you might know about Daniela is that she can speak Macedonian. She is also a Valparaiso University Alumni.
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What is Daniela loves about working in the GKC is the student staff and her colleagues, she says that they really are the best! She also enjoys working with VISA and the Study Abroad students.

06/23/2021

Hey FOCUS #5, the OMP is ready and excited to meet all of you today at the Student Resource Fair.
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Here’s a little bit of information about our office prior to meeting you all today, we’d love for you to stop by and say “Hello!” 👋🏻

06/21/2021

Who is ready for another week of FOCUS?! The OMP has loved meeting the students of the incoming class and their families so far, and cannot wait for another week ahead. Be sure to stop by our table at the Student Resource Fair where you will get the opportunity to meet some of the Professional Staff at the OMP as well as learn about the services we provide on campus!!

06/15/2021

FOCUS Day #1 Completed ✅ We are so excited to see you and your families at the Student Resource Fair!

05/08/2021

As the school year comes to a close, let’s look back on some of the amazing initiatives and programs established by L.I.V.E., BSO, AAPIC, and Alliance! What were your favorite OMP events this year?

05/07/2021

Discover the history of the LatinX community in Northwest Indiana through stories told by Valpo Welcome Project historians and the Indiana Historical Society.

If you’d like to contact the OMP for questions or conversation, contact us at [email protected].

05/05/2021

Anti-Asian harassment and violence has risen drastically in the past year, both nationwide and in Northwest Indiana. Learn about the history of Asian Americans in Indiana and how has supported Asian and Pacific Islander students at Valparaiso University.

If you’d like to contact the OMP for questions or conversation, contact us at [email protected].

05/04/2021

The first Black family moved to Valparaiso in 1969. How has Valparaiso changed in the past several decades – and how has it stayed the same?

If you’d like to contact the OMP for questions or conversation, contact us at [email protected].

05/03/2021

Explore the history of the Q***r community in Valparaiso and Northwest Indiana, and consider how supports and advocates for LGBTQ+ students at Valparaiso University.

If you’d like to contact the OMP for questions or conversation, contact us at [email protected].

05/03/2021

Why is the Office of Multicultural Programs important? This week, we will explore the history of Q***r, LatinX, AAPI, and Black communities on our campus, in Valparaiso, and in the state of Indiana. Join us as we engage in dialogue about the individuals and movements that have influenced the work of the OMP over the years.

04/30/2021

Thank you for hosting the OMP Olympics! Such a fun outdoor event!!

04/26/2021

Congratulations to the leadership and members of Black Student Organization for being recognized at the Student Organization Awards! We Matter Week was selected as the Collaboration Program of the Year and BSO was recognized as Student Organization of the Year.

04/26/2021

Celebrate Le***an Visibility Day by looking at some of the resources in our bio!! Swipe to learn more ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

04/21/2021

Click the link in our bio to register for the 2021 Trivia Night!!

04/09/2021

Join us on the 12th for a presentation on entrepreneurship with Leah Birhanu! Click the link in our bio to find the zoom link!

04/09/2021

Join us on the 12th for a presentation on entrepreneurship with Leah Birhanu! Click the link in our bio to find the zoom link!

04/08/2021

BSO is raising funds for their Book Scholarship Fund as part of Valparaiso University’s Day of Giving!! Please considering donating to this project by clicking the link in the bio to donate!!

04/01/2021

Wishing everyone a safe and fun spring recess!!

03/31/2021

Happy International Transgender Day of Visibility! Swipe to learn about the ways you can celebrate :)