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Celebrating Diversity Through A Multicultural Thanksgiving, Bria Lamonica
Celebrating Diversity Through A Multicultural Thanksgiving, Bria Lamonica
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On the evening of Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017, dozens of people celebrated Thanksgiving in the North Pod of the Memorial Union at the University of Maine to celebrate the annual Multicultural Thanksgiving potluck. Hosted and organized by the Office of Multicultural Student Life (OMSL) and the Student Heritage Alliance Council (SHAC), the purpose of this event was to celebrate and share the real meaning of Thanksgiving by bringing together people of all religions, cultures and ethnicities for a diverse meal. “This event is a great way to meet new people and experience foods and traditions from other countries and cultures. …
Editorial : Shifting National Culture Toward Inclusion And Apology, Sarah Allisot
Editorial : Shifting National Culture Toward Inclusion And Apology, Sarah Allisot
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Portland, Maine will decide on Monday, Sept. 18, 2017, whether to transition from celebrating Columbus Day to Indigenous People’s Day. Bangor voted for the switch in August this year, and Belfast first changed recognition in 2015. Several states and independent cities across the U.S. have also made the choice to change this celebration as well.