Multi-Cultural Calendar - Iowa Memorial Union

Martin Luther King Jr. Human Rights Week: events include lectures, performances, discussions, and celebrations
Winter Employment Conference:Sponsored by Law, Health Policy & Disability Center focusing on opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Cultural Diversity Day: music, games, crafts, food, and educational activities associated with the various cultures represented on campus
Black History Month: additional information is available at: http://www.uiowa.edu/~sbgps/, library exhibits, lectures, discussions, and concerts
Chinese New Year: fashion show, dancing, dinner, and various performances sponsored by the Tippie School of Business
Dance Marathon:provides an opportunity for students to volunteer to raise funds to support the families of children undergoing treatment at the UIHC

Annual Conference on Islam: conference includes lectures, movies, cultural information and exchange, discussion groups, and workshops
International Women's Day March 8: previous events have included: international performance art, food, dancing and information from community and university organizations
Women's History Month: events include speakers, discussion groups, contact WRAC
Celebration of Excellence and Achievement Among Women: contact the Council on the Status of Women for information
Bridging the Gap: Minority Pre-Law Conference
Night of Distinction: Black Law Student Association

Gusto Latino: a celebration of Latin dance, food, music and culture, sponsored by the International Crossroads Community
Asian-American Heritage Week: sponsored by the Asian American Coalition
GAYLA WEEK:Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Association, see also the GLBTAU
Kolors Korean Film Festival
WAVES: Asian American Film Festival
River Fest: Community wide event that raises money for the Ronald McDonald House

Multicultural Graduation:sponsored by Opportunity at Iowa
Latino Graduation Celebration: sponsored by the Council on the Status of Latinos
Cinco De Mayo: celebration at the Latino-Native American Cultural Center, may be co-sponsored by Sigma Lambda Beta (Latino Fraternity)
Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Minority Graduate and Professional Student Picnic: sponsored by the Department of Mathematics

Hispanic Heritage Month: sponsored by Opportunity at Iowa, the Council for the Status of Latinos and the Women's Resource and Action Center
Journal of Gender, Race and Justice Annual Conference
National Coming Out Day: Oct. 11
National Coming Out Week: 2nd week in October, sponsored by College of Education Diversity Committee
Latino Conference: Conference sponsored by the School of Social of Work, Latino Institute, Iowa Commission on Latino Affairs.

Native American Heritage Month
Dia De Los Muertos
Global Retreat: OSL Sponsored event, provides students with an opportunity to become more comfortable with diverse populations and facilitates communication
Diwali: Indian Festival of Lights, featuring Indian food, music, and dance. Sponsored by the Tippie School of Business
International Day Conference
International Education Day: program geared to K - 12 regarding educational opportunities worldwide, sponsored by Office of International Programs

Kwanzaa Celebration Events: contact the Afro-American Cultural Center for details
Las Posadas: Hispanic Christmas Celebration, contact the Latino-Native American Cultural Center for details
Snowflake Family Festival: features music, art, and food from various regions, past emphasis has been on Brazil, Africa, Latin America, sponsored by the Museum of Art