Winter Welcome
Thursday, January 13th
5:30 PM
Student Center Ballroom
Meet representatives from student organizations focused on multiculturalism, enjoy a free meal, and watch performances from some of our student groups!
Unity Week Events
Unity Week aims to challenge perspectives on matters of diversity, inclusivity and solidarity in an evolving social climate. Unity Week 2022 marks the 42nd annual Unity Week celebration at Ball State University. The week of events is planned by student organization leaders and professional staff from across the university. Since 1980, Unity Week remains dedicated to unifying the Ball State community through enlightening social, cultural and educational events.
Unity Week begins on Jan. 17—the official observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday this year. The week begins with the MLK Community Celebration at 9 a.m. in Emens Auditorium, followed by the MLK Unity March, that leaves from Emens Auditorium at 11:30 a.m.
On Tuesday, Jan. 18, Ball State graduate Brandon Pope, an award-winning television host, media critic and columnist will speak at 7 p.m. in Pruis Hall. Mr. Pope is president of the Chicago chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists. He has served as a board member of “My Brother’s Keeper,” which is dedicated to closing opportunity gaps for youth of color in the Greater Chicago area. The event featuring Mr. Pope is co-sponsored by the University’s Multicultural Center, the Department of Communication Studies, and the Office of Student Life.
In-person attendance at Pruis for the first 300 people. Health and safety measures will be in place including wearing a face mask throughout the lecture and physical distancing. Join us at the Multicultural Center MPR for first 50 people to watch the livestream or from wherever you are.
All events are free and open to students, faculty, staff, and community members. Click here for a full list of Unity Week Events.
MLK Essay Contest
This contest calls for papers from Ball State students that describe the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Winners of the contest will be awarded cash prizes with 1st place starting at $250. Essays will be due Jan 24th at 11:59 pm.
Follow the link below to submit your essay!
Submit your essay
EXCEL Mentor Informational Session
Wednesday, January 26
6:00 PM
Multicultural Center MPR
Become a mentor to a first-year student! Attend our information session to learn more about EXCEL and the role of mentors in the program.
Learn more about EXCEL here.
VOICES
Thursday, January 27
4:00 PM
Multicultural Center MPR
Voices is a race and ethnicity support group. It offers a safe space for students of color to share their experiences, cope, and offer support to others. Meetings are held bi-weekly on Thursdays at 4pm. We offer both in-person and virtual options.
Accommodation Statement
If you need any accommodations to fully participate in any of these events, please contact mc2@bsu.edu for assistance.