Monthly Archives: June 2011

Cultural Centers: Our House is Your House

As one of our priorities for 2011, Multiculturalism, Diversity, and Inclusion, is a focal point within the Division. To promote diversity and acceptance at the University of Iowa, the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership (CSIL) is developing the four …

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Cultural Diversity Day

Since 1990, the Celebrating Cultural Diversity Festival (CCDF) has given members of The University of Iowa and its surrounding communities an opportunity to learn about each other through food, games, dance, music, literature, storytelling, arts, and crafts. The CCDF objectives …

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Good News on Harm Reduction

As key parts of student health and safety on campus, moderation in alcohol consumption and binge drinking reduction amongst students are important efforts within the Division. High risk use of alcohol is a health risk in its own right and …

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WRAC Counseling Services

The Women’s Resource and Action Center (WRAC) is offering counseling services to University students, staff, faculty, and the Iowa City area community. Sharon Lee and Jerrod Koon are the counselors working the program. Lee served as the Center’s Diversity Dialogue …

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Harm Reduction Update

The Division welcomes Kelly Bender as the UI coordinator of alcohol harm reduction initiatives. Vice President for Student Life, Tom Rocklin, announced the appointment during the week of May 25. Bender’s responsibilities in this newly created position will include: coordinating …

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