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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.

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”.

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). 

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.

This will include a formal program as well as an informal opportunity to socialize to kick off MPFS. This program is designed to help incoming EOP students make successful transitions to university life and provide career connections for our student mentors. The student mentors will introduce the incoming students to campus resources and provide personal and academic support.

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.