BSC Office of Multicultural Affairs
Receives $6K Social Justice
Initiatives Grant Award

( Bluefield)—A $6,000 grant award is providing support for underwriting seven multicultural events at Bluefield State College during the 2006-07 academic year. The grant, written by Dedriell Taylor, Interim Director/BSC Office of Multicultural Affairs, was funded by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC).

“We’re very grateful for the grant award,” Taylor noted. “It will assist in offering several guest lectures, workshops, seminars, and educational training programs. These multicultural activities will enhance awareness of contemporary diversity issues and foster understanding among many diverse groups on the BSC campus and in the local community.”

The BSC Office of Multicultural Affairs works with the College’s Multicultural Advisory Committee and various campus/community organizations to present periodic events throughout the academic year, addressing issues of multiculturalism and/or diversity. In November, Chief Red Hawk, a professional consultant and keynote speaker with 20 years of experience in “cultural diversity” and motivational presentations, spoke at BSC. His program, “A Course In Diversity,” explored how to manage diversity and develop cultural understanding. In the process, he provides insight into Native American beliefs and customs, while concurrently developing an appreciation for all cultures

December 5, 2006