Multicultural Student Organizations
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Asian Cultures Club
(ACC)
ACC provides fellowship among students for the purpose of
learning about Asian Cultures and students in the Hendrix Community. The
organization strives to unite students of all cultures and ethnic identities
for the purpose of fulfilling one shared goal. Membership is open to any
Hendrix student.
Disability Awareness Club (DAC)
The Disability Awareness Club (DAC) is a student organization whose goal is to raise awareness regarding the different kinds of disability, no matter physical, psychological, or emotional. We hope to build and strengthen relationships between those with and without disabilities, and to make the Hendrix campus accessible to all. Membership is open to all students, faculties, and staff.
Friends of India
The Hendrix College Friends of India Association aims at
providing a platform for students to learn about and celebrate Indian culture.
The organization’s purpose is to offer an engaging social setting for those
interested in Indian culture and to provide a way to bridge Hendrix with the
larger Indian community of Central Arkansas, giving students information and
opportunities to attend local events celebrating Indian holidays, traditions,
food, and film.
Hillel
Hillel is a Jewish cultural organization, focused on providing a
safe place for Jews on campus to practice familiar traditions finding creative
ways to share and educate our fellow students about Jewish Culture. Hillel
hosts bi-monthly dinners, concerts, and holiday themed events throughout the
school year.
International Club
The aim is to increase interest and awareness of the cultures,
languages and general customs of other nations. The organization also hosts
regular outdoor and field trip opportunities for exchange and international
students, along with administrative meetings, film showings and literature
readings. Membership is open to any Hendrix student.
Japanese Language and
Culture Club
The purpose of this club is to provide students with
opportunities to increase their awareness of, deepen their appreciation for,
and receive information on the many facets of Japanese culture and Japanese language.
The club will focus on creating an inviting environment for students with all
levels of knowledge who are interested in the customs and creations of Japan.
The Japanese Language and Culture Club will also provide the larger Hendrix
Community with many traditional events to encourage dissemination of knowledge
across campus.
Korean Language and Culture Club
The purpose of this club is to provide students with opportunities to increase their awareness of, deepen their appreciation for, and receive information on the many facets of Korean culture and Korean language. The club will focus on creating an inviting environment for students with all levels of knowledge who are interested in the customs and creations of Korea. The Korean Language and Culture Club will also provide the larger Hendrix Community with many traditional events to encourage dissemination of knowledge across campus.
Middle Eastern Students Association
The Arab Language and Culture Club aims to raise cultural awareness amongst members of the Hendrix community. They aspire to teach the Arabic language to members of the organization while cultivating an understanding of the Arab culture as it pertains to the history and current events of the Middle East.
Multicultural
Development Committee (MDC)
MDC is dedicated to developing multicultural and international
perspectives through educational, social, and cultural programming. The
organization promotes personal growth, community education, and positive social
change by examining issues of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, religion, and
disability.
Muslim Student
Association (MSA)
The Hendrix Muslim Student Association aims to provide a
communal setting for Muslims to practice their religious customs and an
educational platform to educate students of other religious affiliations
about Islam.
Ngoma Africa Students
Association (NASA)
N.A.S.A is a student organization that seeks to educate its
members as well as the rest of Hendrix community about the incredible
diversity of Africa as a continent through discussions, food events, and other
events that embody several aspects of the African identity. As an organization,
N.A.S.A strives to build meaningful relationships with
anyone interested in learning more about Africa.
Organization for
Latino Expressions (OLE)
OLE will encourage and promote the Hispanic culture, history,
and language. OLE will also serve as a collective and unified voice in matters
concerning the interest and needs of Hispanic students at Hendrix College.
Membership is open to any Hendrix student.
Students for Black
Culture (SBC)
SBC is an organization designed to create an awareness and
stimulate an appreciation of black's contributions to society. The organization
consists of students wanting to advance the club's purpose by inviting
speakers, utilizing educational resources, and increasing the community's
awareness through films, discussions, and performances. Membership is open to
any Hendrix Student.