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SUMMARY:Black History Month Tabling by the ICA
DESCRIPTION:BLACK HISTORY MONTH TABLING BY THE ICA: Dive into Black excellence with us at our tabling event to celebrate Black History Month! \n\nLearn and celebrate Black history and culture\nDiscover upcoming events sponsored by the Intercultural Affairs Office\nSpin the wheel to test your knowledge and win small prizes & giveaways!\n\nCelebrate\, connect\, and honor the legacy of Black history! From noon to 2 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/black-history-month-tabling-by-the-ica/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of InterCultural Affairs":MAILTO:dennisd@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T200000
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Week 1
DESCRIPTION:BLACK HISTORY MONTH WEEK 1: This February\, in celebration of Black History Month\, our dining hall is proud to present four weeks of diverse and flavorful menus honoring Black culture and cuisine. Each week will highlight a different culinary theme\, served at both campuses during dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. Week 1 kicks off with dishes inspired by West African flavors: on Monday\, Feb. 3\, enjoy Jollof Rice and Suya (Spicy Meat Skewers); Wednesday\, Feb. 5\, savor Fufu with Egusi Soup; and Friday\, Feb. 7\, indulge in Kansiye and Alloco. Join us as we celebrate through the rich traditions of food at Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus and at the Westside Campus Center.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/black-history-month-week-1/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sodexo":MAILTO:Donald.Grayson@Sodexo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T143000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20250102T155349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T155349Z
UID:10070741-1738153800-1738161000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:C4D Introduction\, Sensitivity\, and Know Their Rights Workshop
DESCRIPTION:C4D INTRODUCTION\, SENSITIVITY\, AND KNOW THEIR RIGHTS WORKSHOP: Join our two-hour workshop with CT Students for a Dream (C4D) and explore the challenges faced by undocumented students and students from mixed status families. The workshop will include a “Know Their Rights” training and resources to create a safe environment for our students. Learn how to engage with and support undocumented immigrant students in the workplace and classroom\, and identify areas for improvement. From 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Room 127 of White Hall on the Midtown campus. RSVP at https://forms.office.com/r/t0yABxYjGd
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/c4d-introduction-sensitivity-and-know-their-rights-workshop/
LOCATION:White Hall 127\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Training,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T230000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20250122T153001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T153001Z
UID:10070807-1737662400-1737673200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Back to School Meet the E-Board
DESCRIPTION:BACK TO SCHOOL MEET THE E-BOARD: Attendees will have the opportunity to get to the know the newest club on campus\, while also playing games\, coming up with new ideas and chatting with The African American Empowerment Association E-Board!! From 8 to 11 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center Ballroom.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/back-to-school-meet-the-e-board/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center Ballroom\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity
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ORGANIZER;CN="african american empowerment association":MAILTO:hargrove010@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20241112T195349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T195349Z
UID:10070240-1731693600-1731704400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Chocolate Lounge
DESCRIPTION:CHOCOLATE LOUNGE: BSU personally invites you all to attend our very own annual chocolate lounge!!\nDate – November 15\, 2024\nLocation – WS South Ballroom\nTime – 6-9 p.m.\nDOORS OPEN @6 !\nWe will have a lot of talented people show you what they got! There will be food and refreshments provided. Come dressed nice formal/casual !! We hope to see you all there to support our local artists both from WestConn and around the CT/NY area! \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/chocolate-lounge-4/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center South Ballroom\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20241016T130232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T151716Z
UID:10070000-1731063600-1731074400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:First-Generation College Celebration
DESCRIPTION:FIRST-GENERATION COLLEGE CELEBRATION: Celebrate first-generation college students from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Higgins Hall Patio on the Midtown campus. Hear students\, alumni\, faculty and administrators share their experiences and join in First-Generation College Celebration Kahoot and SGA Musical Chairs. Music and refreshments will be provided. First-generation attendees will receive a commemorative t-shirt or button and participate in a group photo.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/first-generation-college-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Higgins Hall Patio\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Entertainment,Food,Games,Outdoor,Panel discussion,Reception,Social Event,WOW
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pre-Collegiate and Access Programs Department":MAILTO:pcaap@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T140000
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CREATED:20241029T125622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T125622Z
UID:10070165-1730462400-1730469600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebración
DESCRIPTION:DIA DE MUERTOS: Come together to remember and honor loved ones with joy\, music\, and color. We will have the Ofrenda from October 28-November 4 in Warner Hall 101. We will do our celebration from noon to 2 p.m. on November 1\, where we will have food\, information\, and face-painting. All are welcome! \nSponsored by the Department of Social Science\, LASO\, WCSU Beyond Borders\, the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion and the Office of Intercultural Affairs.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/dia-de-muertos-day-of-the-dead-celebracion/
LOCATION:Warner Hall 101\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/12/Warner-Library-e1677177050475.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20241007T154327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T155045Z
UID:10069930-1729789200-1729800000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Latin Block Party
DESCRIPTION:LATIN BLOCK PARTY: Please join Western Connecticut State University’s UndocuAlly Task Force\, Western Beyond Borders\, Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion\, Pre-Collegiate Programs\, Admissions\, SGA\, LASO\, Social Sciences Department and Admissions; CityCenter Danbury; Connecticut Students for a Dream; Ecuadorian Civic Center of Greater Danbury; and Dominican Community Center for a Latin Block Party to celebrate the Latin community and raise funds for the university’s UndocuAlly Scholarship\, which funds students who are undocumented community members or who come from mixed status families. From 5 to 8 p.m. at the Danbury Green on Main Street in Danbury. There will be a free WestConn shuttle and parking in the Patriot Garage. The event will include live music and dancing\, a 360 photo booth\, a raffle for gift cards and WestConn swag\, food trucks\, and free food vouchers for students. All are welcome. \nTo make a reservation to attend or a donation\, go to https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/1st-annual-latin-block-party
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/latin-block-party/
LOCATION:Danbury Green\, CityCenter Green on Ives St.\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Diversity,Festival,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="WCSU UndocuAlly Task Force":MAILTO:bandhauerc@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20241004T200910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T200910Z
UID:10069925-1729263600-1729274400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Rep Your Flag Block Party
DESCRIPTION:REP YOUR FLAG BLOCK PARTY: Join RA Tatyana\, RA Danielle\, ACSA\, and IRHA in representing your culture at the Rep Your Flag block party. Bring your flag and friends and come for a great time! Don’t have a flag? Don’t worry! We will be giving out flags\, but it is first-come\, first-served. We will also have food\, music\, and colored powder to throw at each other. If you want to participate in the color war\, please wear white or clothes that you don’t care if they get messy. The powder does wash out! From 3 to 6 p.m. on the Westside Rec Field.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/rep-your-flag-block-party/
LOCATION:Westside REC Field
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Housing & Residence Life,Social Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20241014T130734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T130734Z
UID:10069970-1729080000-1729083600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Leading with Latina Voices: Integrating Lived Experiences to Reframe Leadership
DESCRIPTION:LEADING WITH LATINA VOICES – INTEGRATING LIVED EXPERIENCES TO REFRAME LEADERSHIP: This webinar explores how Latina lived experiences can reshape leadership to serve the greater good by fostering inclusivity\, belonging\, and a shared commitment to collective progress. Grounded in research on Latina presidents and provosts in higher education\, the session highlights the transformative potential of Latina leadership in creating organizational cultures that prioritize equity\, empathy\, and social responsibility. This virtual event is from noon to 1 p.m. Join at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tZ6nCniQTEuNaXppYBEFnQ?amp_device_id=f5444870-4522-4958-87c4-401fd718aee0#/registration.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/leading-with-latina-voices-integrating-lived-experiences-to-reframe-leadership/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Virtual event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20241011T163424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T163424Z
UID:10069949-1729009800-1729018800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Campus Cuisine - Latin Night
DESCRIPTION:CAMPUS CUISINE – LATIN NIGHT: Join us from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus \, for our Campus Cuisine themed Latin Night. This will cost a meal swipe and $5. There will be appetizers\, entrees\, and dessert. For appetizers there will be ceviche plantain cups and empanadas (cheese or beef). For entrees there will be mofongo – mashed plantains with shrimp\, meat paella\, and steak arepa. For dessert there will be flan\, apple filled churros with ice cream\, and pastelitos with guava and cream cheese. There will also be vegetarian options available upon request.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/campus-cuisine-latin-night/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Food
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2023/10/Berkshire-10-18-23.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sodexo":MAILTO:Donald.Grayson@Sodexo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20241014T130241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T130241Z
UID:10069971-1728997200-1729008000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:I Stand With Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:I STAND WITH IMMIGRANTS: Join us for the Day of Action\, as we empower immigrants and allies to share their stories and drive action that demonstrates how immigration is good for our communities\, economy\, and country. We do this with the goal of encouraging everyone to explore their individual heritage and celebrate both our distinct and shared experiences. All are welcome! From 1 to 4 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/i-stand-with-immigrants/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2023/10/Berkshire-10-18-23.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Office of InterCultural Affairs":MAILTO:dennisd@wcsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240930T164849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T135107Z
UID:10069912-1728561600-1728565200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Addressing the "All Students" Question
DESCRIPTION:ADDRESSING THE “ALL STUDENTS” QUESTION: Join us again for this FREE webinar\, that addresses some common issues that arise when doing HSI work. In this webinar we explore a thought-provoking\, burning question that we often hear: “Why should we focus on and center our Latinx/e students? What about all students?”\nWe will discuss the different ways we go about answering this question\, the different reasons it comes up\, and offer you ideas on how you might address this question in your own context. Bring your colleagues: the information is geared toward anyone working in an emerging or current HSI (and much of the discussion is relevant to MSIs as well!) See you there! From noon to 1 p.m. Join the webinar at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-2tqT0uGdxsJ92IMqzxWww5S9H1ij1V#/registration
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/addressing-the-all-students-question/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Virtual event,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/09/Hispanic-Heritage-500x300px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240930T165707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T134911Z
UID:10069911-1727956800-1727960400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching STEM in Hispanic Serving Institutions
DESCRIPTION:TEACHING STEM IN HISPANIC SERVING INSTITUTIONS – ESCALA WEBINAR: This one is for all our higher education STEM practitioners serving Latinx/é students! Learn more about ESCALA’s STEM-X Course in Culturally Responsive Practices for STEM-HSI Faculty This research-based course\, designed and facilitated by STEM faculty in 2 and 4-year HSIs\, features practical examples of high-impact practices that disproportionately benefit Latinx/é students. We will share data from our course pre and post surveys to show how the course transforms classroom experiences for Latinx/e students\, and empowers STEM practitioners into change agents at their institutions. From noon to 1 p.m. Join the webinar at https://bit.ly/3XGmFFR
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/teaching-stem-in-hispanic-serving-institutions-escala-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Virtual event,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/09/Hispanic-Heritage-500x300px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240917T135135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T144729Z
UID:10069819-1727892000-1727897400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH TRIVIA NIGHT: Join the Intercultural Affairs Office\, LASO (Latin American Student Organization)\, and WCSU Beyond Borders for our second Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia Night\, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center lobby. All students are welcome to learn some new facts\, makes friends\, and explore the history of our Hispanic/Latinx community. Also there is a chance to win some prizes!
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-trivia-night-3/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center Lobby\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Social Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/09/Hispanic-Heritage-500x300px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Office of InterCultural Affairs":MAILTO:dennisd@wcsu.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240923T135146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T144421Z
UID:10069847-1727436600-1727467200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION: Throughout the week of September 23 to the 27\, the dining hall will be collaborating with LASO (Latin American Student Organization) to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. On Monday\, 9/23\, we will be serving lomo saltado and white rice; on Tuesday\, 9/24\, we will be serving ropa vieja; on Wednesday\, 9/25\, we will be serving sancocho; on Thursday\, 9/26\, we will be serving feijoada; and on Friday\, 9/27\, we will be serving carne guisada with rice and beans. These special meals will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Berkshire Dining on the Midtown campus and the Westside Campus Center.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-10/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Food
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/09/Hispanic-Heritage-500x300px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sodexo":MAILTO:Donald.Grayson@Sodexo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240923T135133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T144348Z
UID:10069846-1727350200-1727380800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION: Throughout the week of September 23 to the 27\, the dining hall will be collaborating with LASO (Latin American Student Organization) to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. On Monday\, 9/23\, we will be serving lomo saltado and white rice; on Tuesday\, 9/24\, we will be serving ropa vieja; on Wednesday\, 9/25\, we will be serving sancocho; on Thursday\, 9/26\, we will be serving feijoada; and on Friday\, 9/27\, we will be serving carne guisada with rice and beans. These special meals will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Berkshire Dining on the Midtown campus and the Westside Campus Center.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-9/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Food
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/09/Hispanic-Heritage-500x300px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sodexo":MAILTO:Donald.Grayson@Sodexo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240923T135118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T144308Z
UID:10069845-1727263800-1727294400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION: Throughout the week of September 23 to the 27\, the dining hall will be collaborating with LASO (Latin American Student Organization) to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. On Monday\, 9/23\, we will be serving lomo saltado and white rice; on Tuesday\, 9/24\, we will be serving ropa vieja; on Wednesday\, 9/25\, we will be serving sancocho; on Thursday\, 9/26\, we will be serving feijoada; and on Friday\, 9/27\, we will be serving carne guisada with rice and beans. These special meals will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Berkshire Dining on the Midtown campus and the Westside Campus Center.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-8/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Food
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/09/Hispanic-Heritage-500x300px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sodexo":MAILTO:Donald.Grayson@Sodexo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240923T135101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T144229Z
UID:10069844-1727177400-1727208000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION: Throughout the week of September 23 to the 27\, the dining hall will be collaborating with LASO (Latin American Student Organization) to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. On Monday\, 9/23\, we will be serving lomo saltado and white rice; on Tuesday\, 9/24\, we will be serving ropa vieja; on Wednesday\, 9/25\, we will be serving sancocho; on Thursday\, 9/26\, we will be serving feijoada; and on Friday\, 9/27\, we will be serving carne guisada with rice and beans. These special meals will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Berkshire Dining on the Midtown campus and the Westside Campus Center.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-7/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sodexo":MAILTO:Donald.Grayson@Sodexo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240923T133713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T144129Z
UID:10069802-1727091000-1727121600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION: Throughout the week of September 23 to the 27\, the dining hall will be collaborating with LASO (Latin American Student Organization) to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. On Monday\, 9/23\, we will be serving lomo saltado and white rice; on Tuesday\, 9/24\, we will be serving ropa vieja; on Wednesday\, 9/25\, we will be serving sancocho; on Thursday\, 9/26\, we will be serving feijoada; and on Friday\, 9/27\, we will be serving carne guisada with rice and beans. These special meals will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Berkshire Dining on the Midtown campus and the Westside Campus Center.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-3/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sodexo":MAILTO:Donald.Grayson@Sodexo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240917T130539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T164327Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH TRIVIA NIGHT: Join the the InterCultural Affairs Office\, LASO (Latin American Student Organization)\, and WCSU Beyond Borders for our Trivia Night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Wolves Den in the lower level of the Midtown Student Center. All are welcome to learn something new\, have fun\, and maybe win a prize!
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-trivia-night-2/
LOCATION:Wolves Den (MT Student Center\, lower level)\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Social Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T151500
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240917T130859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T130920Z
UID:10069815-1726581600-1726586100@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:WBB Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:WBB INTEREST MEETING: This meeting is a fantastic opportunity for new and returning members to learn more about the WCSU Beyond Borders mission\, upcoming events\, and ways to get involved. During the meeting\, we will discuss our plans for the year. After our announcements\, we will visit the Art Exhibition: Lisa Elmaleh: Tierra Prometida\, Jessica Wolff: The New Mestiza\, which displays the work of two photographers who depict stories of Migration and Immigration. From 2 to 3:15 p.m. in the lobby of the Visual and Performing Arts Center on the Westside campus.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/wbb-interest-meeting/
LOCATION:VPA Lobby
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240916T180711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T180711Z
UID:10069813-1726509600-1726515000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH TRIVIA NIGHT: Join the InterCultural Affairs Office\, LASO (Latin American Student Organization)\, and WCSU Beyond Borders for our Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia Night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Wolves Den in the lower level of the Midtown Student Center. All are welcome to learn something new\, have fun\, and maybe win a prize!
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-heritage-month-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Wolves Den (MT Student Center\, lower level)\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Entertainment,Social Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of InterCultural Affairs":MAILTO:dennisd@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240821T182642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T162917Z
UID:10067760-1725724800-1725741000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:CenterStage's The New Works Festival
DESCRIPTION:CENTERSTAGE’S THE NEW WORKS FESTIVAL:  \nThe New Works Festival! Celebrating the future of theatre arts \nPresented by CenterStage\, a WCSU student organization \n4 – 5:30 p.m. – Staged Reading of “Lost Gravity\,” a new play written by Rowan Cunningham\, directed by August Kittleson \n6:30 – 8 p.m. – Workshop & Conference \n“Hair\, costumes and makeup in showbiz: addressing it.” – Janelle Robinson\, from the original Broadway Cast of “Mary Poppins” and Broadway revival of “Oklahoma.” \n“Dance: Past\, Present and Future – How we educate is how we can begin to make change.” – Jenifer Turey\, former Radio City Rockette and Broadway National Tour of “42nd Street” and “Will Rogers’ Follies.” \n“Theatre Arts Leaders: Representation\, Creativity\, The Future” – moderated by WCSU faculty member Dr. Donald P. Gagnon and featuring all 2024-25 WCSU Theatre Arts student organization presidents. \nHands-on workshop and snack session: Create and take home your own “Everything” Jar through a guided workshop. \n  \nOpen to the public\, make reservations and purchase a ticket at www.eventbrite.com/e/centerstage-presents-the-new-works-festival-tickets-938741690667?aff=ebdsoporgprofile. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/centerstages-the-new-works-festival/
LOCATION:Visual & Performing Arts Center\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT\, 06811
CATEGORIES:Dance,Diversity,Entertainment,Social Event,Theater,Visual & Performing Arts,WOW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240812T130714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T160743Z
UID:10067679-1725447600-1725465600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:SGA Clubs Carnival
DESCRIPTION:SGA CLUBS CARNIVAL – CBS’s ‘SURVIVOR’ EDITION: Join us for the WCSU SGA Clubs Carnival\, featuring the exciting theme of CBS’s “Survivor..” This event is set from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Newbury/Litchfield Lawn\, Midtown campus.. \nCome and explore over 50 clubs and departments\, enjoy free food\, snag some T-shirts\, and much more! It’s a fantastic opportunity to find your pack and connect with the WestConn community. \nFor more information\, feel free to DM or email us at SGAStudentRelations@wcsu.edu. Don’t miss out on this fun and engaging event!
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/sga-clubs-carnival-cbss-survivor-edition/
LOCATION:Lawn – Litchfield/Newbury\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Festival,Food,WOW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T143000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240819T144938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T144938Z
UID:10067756-1724671800-1724682600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Blast ‘N Dash
DESCRIPTION:BLAST ‘N DASH: Blast ‘N Dash is a lively campus-wide game run by the African Caribbean Student Association and Delta Gamma Phi\, where college students engage in a playful battle of strategy while these two organizations will be mastering their skills in stealth! The players\, armed with harmless water blasters\, will sneak up on the members of these two organizations while they dodge being “blasted.” You will be the seekers in a giant game of hide-and-seek\, filled with excitement\, teamwork\, and plenty of laughs! Students will meet at 11:30 a.m. in the Midtown quad and will disperse around noon!
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/blast-n-dash/
LOCATION:Midtown campus\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Entertainment,Games,Greek life,Orientation,Social Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240430T152334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T152350Z
UID:10065978-1718452800-1718470800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:“Emancipation Jubilation” – the 3rd Annual Danbury Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:“EMANCIPATION JUBILATION” – THE THIRD ANNUAL DANBURY JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION: The city’s 3rd annual installation of Danbury Juneteenth will be celebrated from noon to 5 p.m. at the Western Connecticut State University Midtown campus\, 181 White St. in Danbury.\n\nThe Greater Danbury NAACP\, WCSU Racial Justice Coalition and More Community & Faith-based Organizations Proudly Present “Emancipation Jubilation” – the 3rd Annual Danbury Juneteenth Celebration. There will be live entertainment provided by The Rahsaan Langley Project (TRLP)\, one of Connecticut’s premier R&B bands and this year’s musical headliner\, all day music by D.J. Juan Coon of 94.3 WYBC Radio Station as well as other local artists\, gospel choirs\, dancers and performers incl. returning hip hop artist D.J. Gaines\, a Step Show & Stroll Showcase featuring members of the Divine 9 Fraternities and Sororities\, with more being added. The Danbury Museum will once again sponsor the Juneteenth Exhibit and Walking Tour as featured Cultural & Historical Activities\, with The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut curating an Artists & Artisans Market to provide an artisanal experience for the community and local artists and artisans the opportunity to exhibit their work to its best advantage. Across from the main stage will be a Wellness Center & Health Fair providing FREE health care screenings\, Kids Corner with children’s activities (e.g.\, arts & crafts\, ballooning\, book giveaways\, face painting\, storytelling by renowned children’s book authors\, etc.)\, local vendor & resource stations with merchandise for sale as well as educational resources (e.g.\, employment opportunities)\, a variety of food trucks and so much more! Admission is FREE and open to the public. For those interested in performing\, volunteering\, becoming a vendor or corporate sponsor\, please contact the Danbury Juneteenth Coalition at DanburyJune19@gmail.com or on Facebook @DanburyJuneteenth.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/emancipation-jubilation-the-3rd-annual-danbury-juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Midtown campus\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Ceremony,Diversity,Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240531T153539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T153557Z
UID:10066003-1717416000-1717419600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Pride Month Flag Raising
DESCRIPTION:PRIDE MONTH FLAG RAISING: For the third year\, WCSU will celebrate Pride Month by raising the Intersex Inclusion Progress Pride Flag on both campuses. Join the Pride Center at noon in front of Old Main on the Midtown campus to celebrate the start of Pride Month.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/flag-raising/
LOCATION:Midtown Old Main\, 181 White Street\, Danbury\, 06810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ceremony,Diversity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T213000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240326T124130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T141726Z
UID:10065914-1714154400-1714167000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:ACSA Fashion Show: Harmony in Heritage
DESCRIPTION:ACSA FASHION SHOW: HARMONY IN HERITAGE: Join ACSA as we come together to celebrate culture\, identity\, and the beauty of African and Caribbean cultures. Witness clothes from talented designers\, performances\, and models. It will be held in Ives Concert Hall in White Hall on the Midtown campus. Come see how we preserve heritage and foster unity. Doors open at 6 p.m.\, show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are free for WCSU students; outside guests $10 online tickets and $15 at door!
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/acsa-fashion-show-harmony-in-heritage/
LOCATION:Ives Concert Hall\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Diversity,Entertainment,Social Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T171750
CREATED:20240403T154216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T143608Z
UID:10065933-1714059000-1714068000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Hispanic Community Celebracion
DESCRIPTION:HISPANIC COMMUNITY CELEBRACION: \nWestern Connecticut State University will celebrate its recent designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution with an afternoon of events that pay tribute to the heritage of the community the university serves from 3:30 to 6 p.m. The festivities will take place at the Berkshire Hall lobby and patio on the university’s Midtown campus\, 181 White St. in Danbury\, and will be free and open to the public. The first 150 attendees will receive an HSI T-shirt and everyone who attends will be entered in a raffle for some WCSU Swag. \nRSVP at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-hsi-designation. \nPlanned events include: \n3:30 p.m. – Welcome by WCSU Pre-Collegiate & Access Programs Associate Director Jessica Coronel\, and Gabriela Perez\, a graduating senior majoring in Anthropology/Sociology and Psychology with a minor in Multicultural Studies. Perez’s senior thesis for the Anthropology/Sociology major is an ethnographic study focusing on what makes a quality HSI. She is interviewing students and faculty\, and will be summarizing her findings and personal experiences of the difference that intentional HSI planning and development can make in the lives of Hispanic students. \n3:45 p.m. – Celebration of Puerto Rican faculty\, staff\, students and community members with a performance by Brass City Bomba \n4:15 p.m. – Celebration of Brazilian faculty\, staff\, students and community members with a performance by Benção Capoeira \n4:30 p.m. – Lobo Awards Ceremony\, presented by WCSU Interim President Manohar Singh and Chair of the Department of Social Sciences and Professor of Sociology Dr. Carina Bandhauer. Recipients are: Lobo Leadership Award –   Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves; Lobo Student Award – Najely A. Clavijo; Lobo Faculty/Staff Award – WCSU Director of Financial Aid & Student Employment Melissa Stephens; Lobo Alumni Awards – Carolina Bortolleto and Camila Bortolleto \n5:10 p.m. – Celebration of Mexican faculty\, staff\, students and community members with a performance by Trio Los Pájaros – Mariachi Music \n5:45 p.m. – Celebration of Ecuadorian faculty\, staff\, students and community members with a performance by dancers from the Ecuadorian Civic Center of Greater Danbury \n6 p.m. – Closing \nIn addition to the entertainment\, WCSU’s Sodexo dining services will provide an assortment of food to celebrate the occasion in style. Among the offerings will be an aguas frescas station\, and tortilla and plantain chips with assorted dips including jalapeno cheese sauce\, pico de gallo\, salsa\, guacamole and hot sauce. A buffet will feature grilled chicken asada\, jasmine rice and a garden salad\, and there will be a churro station for dessert — all at no cost to celebration participants. \nRSVP at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-hsi-designation. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/hispanic-community-celebracion/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Ceremony,Diversity,Food,Music,Public Events,Reception,Social Event
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