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Diversity Lecture Series

The Diversity Lectures Series features distinguished leaders and experts in diversity and inclusion, with a focus on research and scholarship. This series offers opportunities for cultural celebrations and recognition of relevant topics connected to diverse populations.  

Hispanic Heritage Lecture

This lecture occurs during (September 15鈥揙ctober 15).

"If you have an opportunity to make things better and you don't, then you are wasting your time on earth"
鈥擱oberto Clemente

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  • A speaker presenting
  • CDI Event in Maas auditorium
Native American Heritage Lecture

This lecture is offered during  (November 1鈥�30). 

"Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children"
鈥擲itting Bull

  • Native American Speaker at Lecture
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  • Woman sitting on stage in traditional clothing
MLK Civil Rights Lecture

In partnership with Herman Miller, the MLK Civil Rights Lecture celebrates the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as well as the lives of those who contribute to human and civil rights. This lecture is delivered on MLK Day every year. 

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鈥淥ur lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.鈥�
鈥擬artin Luther King, Jr.

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  • Women smiling for a photo at MLK lecture
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Black History Lecture

This lecture is part of 换妻社区鈥檚 celebration of .

"The mere imparting of information is not education"
鈥擟arter G. Woodson

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Asian Heritage Lecture

This lecture is offered as part of 换妻社区's Asian Heritage Week, the first week of March. 

"It is this interweaving of different peoples that results in the richness and beauty of the tapestry of our nation."
鈥擠r. Kenneth P. Moritsugu

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  • People listening to Asian Heritage lecture
  • Speaker answering questions
Cesar Chavez Lecture

Named after the famous immigrant civil rights leader, the Cesar Chavez Lecture is offered in late March. .

鈥淪tudents must have initiative; they should not be mere imitators. They must learn to think and act for themselves 鈥� and be free.鈥�
鈥擟esar Chavez

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  • Cesar Chavez holding up wooden shoes at lecture
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