Multicultural Student Programs
Motivate. Educate. Advocate. Celebrate.
The Multicultural Student Programs (MSP) provides support for students of color on
campus through academic initiatives, cultural enrichment programs, student organizations,
and connecting students to the alumni network. The program is committed to their success,
and every effort will be made to ensure that each student’s academic journey is a
rewarding one.
MORE (Multicultural Organization Reaching Equality) and La Fuerza are our multicultural
student organizations that foster student development through diversity and promoting
cultural differences on campus and in the community as a whole. These organizations
commit to establishing partnerships with other campus organizations with enthusiasm
and takes a proactive role in the development of strong student leadership. The goal
of these organizations is to foster an awareness and appreciation for all cultures
through personal relations and programming. These activities range from BBQs, soul
food lunch, salsa nights, social outings, Friendsgiving dinners, and lectures; these
organizations take pride in promoting and helping create a space not just for Latinos,
African Americans, and Asian Americans, but for anyone who wants to join.
MORE Officers
President – Alicia Thomas
Secretary – Gaylon Williams
Events Chair – Naturi Harris
PR Chair – Jeremiah Turner
Choir Rep – Brandon Holloway
La Fuerza Officers
President – Mackenzie Amaya
Secretary – Reyna Cabrera
Events Chair – Nataly Nailing
Social Media Rep – Luis Guzman
“These organizations have served well in assisting students of color to interact with the entire university community while maintaining their own heritage and cultural values. … Their alumni are individuals who are not just influential in their respective communities but they are also agents of change, who truly make a difference.”
Dr. Lewis Shepherd
Special Assistant to the President
UPCOMING EVENTS
September
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH KICK-OFF LUNCHEON
Wednesday, Sept. 15 – 11 a.m.
Ouachita Commons
- Stop by to learn more about the Hispanic Heritage culture.
LA FUERZA’S FIESTA MESA
Friday, Sept. 24 – noon
Evans Student Center
- Drop by our table to learn more about Hispanic Heritage month and sample treats!
TIGER SERVE DAY
Saturday, Sept. 25
Elrod Center
- Join the Multicultural Student Programs team to serve the local community.
October
HISPANIC ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Monday, Oct. 11 – noon
Alumni Room, Ouachita Commons
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH FILM
Tuesday, Oct. 12
Riley-Hickingbotham Library & Zoom
To stay current on upcoming events and much more, be sure to follow Multicultural Student Programs on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
Contact Michael Barnes' office: 870-245-5173
CONTACT US
Director of Multicultural Student Programs
Advisors:
Brant Matros | Erica Brown | Myra Houser | Fernanda Carrillo | Natilan Crutcher | Terry Nelson | Lori Motl | Dondie Franklin | Nicole Porchia
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