Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center

Need to see the daily calendar of reservations booked by RSOs/organizations? Refer to our reservations calendar.

Also, check out our Facebook event page to see all of Kelly ECC’s current events!

Oct
4
Tue
Latine Community Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 4 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Familia- Communidad- Cultura

Bienvenidos a la Universidad de Washington! Join staff and faculty at this community celebration to celebrate your acceptance to UW. You will  meet other Latinx/Chicanx students and people who will support you in your academic and student life accomplishments. You will become familiar with OMA&D Kelly ECC resources, services and programs, build community on campus and develop friendships with other UW students.  The celebration will feature a short program, music, and games.

Oct
5
Wed
Black Community Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 5 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Washington! Join the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center as we welcome and celebrate Black freshman and transfer students. The dinner will feature a short program, music and an opportunity to build community and learn about resources that will be key to your success.

Oct
6
Thu
Undocu Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 6 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Oct
11
Tue
Asian American Community Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 11 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Oct
12
Wed
Alaskan Native/American Indian Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 12 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Oct
13
Thu
Pacific Islander Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 13 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Oct
27
Thu
Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation Workshop @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 27 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

What is cultural appropriation really, and why is it harmful? This presentation provides definitions, historical and cultural information, and examines the complexities and opportunities for exploitation and oppression of non-dominant cultures by even well-meaning people. Through activities and discussions, participants will explore ways to understand the difference between appreciation and appropriation and gain the confidence to have difficult conversations with peers for better understanding across cultural differences.

Nov
1
Tue
Dia de los Muertos Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Nov 1 @ 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Join the Kelly ECC community and Latinx Student Commission in celebrating the Mexican tradition of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by constructing a multicultural altar in the ECC lounge.  The celebration will feature traditional treats and  the opportunity to learn and create traditional Day the Dead artifacts: papel picado (paper decorations), Calaveras (sugar skulls), and flor de muerto (marigolds). 

Feb
24
Fri
Diversity Leadership Conference
Feb 24 @ 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

The Diversity Leadership Conference is a free, half-day conference hosted at the University of Washington each year to encourage students to strengthen their leadership skills and cultural awareness, engage in critical dialogues about activism and social justice, and network with peers and professionals from similar backgrounds and experiences. This year, we are excited to present the 9th annual Diversity Leadership Conference, with the theme “Defying – and Redefining – Expectations”.

Mar
1
Wed
Fuel 4 Finals @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Mar 1 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Take a break from studying for finals to de-stress at the Kelly ECC with some relaxing activities and to fuel up for finals with coffee, popcorn, and a limited number of care packages. Finals week is stressful so it’s important to make time to take care of yourself and give your brain a break. Drop by anytime between 2pm and 4pm on Monday, March 7 in the Unity Suite.