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Multicultural Council

The Multicultural Council seeks to foster collaboration amongst and within all undergraduate student organizations on campus. By fostering interaction between diverse groups, the Council hopes that its members collaborate effectively and learn to appreciate people whose race, sexual identity, religion, ethnicity, and interests may be different from his or her own. Along with collaborating to develop programs that will be beneficial to the Emory community, the Council will also serve as a forum to address issues of race relations, religious tolerance, sensitivity to sexual orientation, and respect for physicial and socioeconomic differences.

 

AFRICAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

The African Students Association is an undergraduate cultural organization dedicate to raising awareness about Africa and the peoples of Africa through cultural, educational, philanthropical, and social programs. The organization has events such as "Taste of Africa- a large gala night" and "African Awareness Week" in addition to general body meetings acting as a forum for issues affecting the continent of Africa.

 

ALL MIXED UP

All Mixed Up's mission is to provide a forum for multiracial students and issues, increase awareness of the multiracial experience, and provide a place for students that don't feel comfortable identifying themselves with one ethnic group. All Mixed Up gives multiracial students the opportunity to meet and interact with people that embrace multiculturalism, and it gives them the opportunity to share their experiences. Our ultimate goal is to help students embrace their mixed heritage and feel comfortable with who they are. All Mixed Up was created because many students at Emory feel uncomfortable joining the existing ethnic clubs because of their mixed heritage. We would like to promote diversity and open-mindedness, and give a voice to the growing population of multiracial people on campus.

 

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC

The illustrious Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, founded on January 15,1908, was the first Greek-letter organization established by Black college women. AKA's conception stems back from the campus of Howard University where Ethel Hedgeman Lyle envisioned a sorority which would serve to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, promote unity and friendship among college women, study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women, and to be of supreme service to all mankind. These ideals encompass the five targets of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. which are Education, The Black Family, Health, Economics, and the Arts respectively. After her incorporation in 1913, the perpetuance of AKA's tenants were ensured, and through the emergence of chapters throughout world, the legacy of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has continued to thrive. The Nu Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was chartered at Emory University on April 14, 1979. The Imani Book Club, Baderwina Girls Cub, and Reynoldstown Park Project are among the initiatives which Nu Alpha takes pride in facilitating each year. For more information about the Nu Alpha chapter please contact us via e-mail at nualphaaka@hotmail.com.

 

DELTA PHI LAMBDA SORORITY, INC

DELTA PHI LAMBDA SORORITY, INC. was founded on December 5, 1998 at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia. Founding mother, Anh Ngoc Nguyen, envisioned a multicultural, multiethnic service organization that would promote awareness for the concerns of the Asian-American community through sisterhood. On March 14, 2002, Delta Phi Lambda was founded at Emory University. Since then, the sisters at Emory have been striving to live out Anh Ngoc Nguyen’s vision while upholding the sorority’s seven virtues of loyalty, honesty, respect, dedication, integrity, discipline, and academic excellence. In addition to the strong sisterhood evident within the chapter at Emory, close ties with neighboring chapters at the University of Georgia, Georgia State University, and Georgia Institute of Technology also allow for sisterhood to extend beyond campus borders. These partnerships have proven to be priceless in the success of executing philanthropic efforts, cultural awareness programs and fundraising events as well as building life-long friendships. For more information, please visit our website at www.deltaphilambda.org.

 

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC., was founded January 13, 1913 on the campus of Howard University, Washington, D.C. The Founding Twenty-Two established a public service organization that would grow to include over 250,000

outstanding women only 95 years later. The Sorority was established as a sisterhood for college educated women but also as a public service organization with the purpose of uplifting and providing service for the advancement of humankind. The founders wanted to use their collective strength to promote academic excellence; to provide scholarships; to provide support to the underserved; to educate and stimulate participation in the establishment of positive public policy; and to highlight issues and provide solutions for problems in their communities.The vision of the founders was to help anyone in need and their pledge to serve the underprivileged has touched millions in nations as far away as Ghana and Japan. Information is available at deltasigmatheta.org.

 

The Omicron Xi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has existed on the campus of Emory University since 1982 and continues to uphold the values of their beloved sorority through programming that encompasses the national Five Point Programmatic Thrust: Economic Development, Educational Development,

International Awareness andInvolvement, Political Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health. In 2007 the chapter celebrated their 25th anniversary with all seven charter members still living. For 25 years the women in the Omicron Xi Chapter have been campus leaders passionate about having an impact on the Emory community and the World. The chapter has received numerous awards throughout the years and was recently awarded as the Southern Region Chapter of the Year by their National headquarters. For more information email oxidst@yahoo.com or visit the website at http://www.students.emory.edu/DST.

 

FILIPINO STUDENT ASSOCIATION

Friendship + Family + Fun = Filipino. As one of Emory's ethnic student groups, the Filipino Student Association (FSA) is committed to fostering a warm environment for students to partake in the culture of the Philippines. The FSA family welcomes all students to come learn about our rich heritage through frequent social gatherings, cultural dances, and traditional foods. In addition, we interact regularly with the other FSAs in the Atlanta area (Georgia Tech, Georgia State, and UGA) to further bridge our community past the walls of Emory. If you would like additional information please feel free to contact our president, Grace Lopez at rlopez@LearnLink.Emory.Edu or visit our website at http://www.students.emory.edu/fsa.

 

HINDU STUDENTS COUNCIL

The Hindu Students Council (HSC) is an international forum that serves to promote understanding of Hindu culture and heritage, foster awareness of issues affecting Hindusim, and provide service to the community. The Emory HSC chapter does this by helping students experience Hindusm through regular discussion sessions, celebration of Hindu festivals, guest lecturers, seva (community service), temple trips, and pujas. HSC welcomes people and ideas from all faiths and backgrounds. Emory HSC also holds regional and national events on behalf of the 80+ chapters worldwide. If you have any questions or suggestions, or for more information about the Emory Hindu Students Council, please do not hesitate to contact the Chapter Coordinator, Vishaal Gupta, at vgupta@learnlink.emory.edu or visit our website at http://www.students.emory.edu/HSC.

 

INDIAN CULTURAL EXCHANGE

Emory Indian Cultural Exchange (ICE) is an organization that promotes awareness of India through social, cultural, and educational activities. ICE serves those of Indian origin as well as anyone who identifies with India culturally, socially, or philanthropically. Its complete mission involves exposing those of the Emory community as well as the Atlanta area to the social and cultural achievements and concerns of India and its people. ICE's activities include Emory Diwali, sports tournaments, community service projects, and Indian food dinners. For further information about the organization and its upcoming events, visit our newly launched website: www.emoryice.com. If you have any questions about Emory ICE, please do not hesitate to contact the President, Amrit Kapai at amrit@emoryice.com.

 

KOREAN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT ASSOCIATION

The Korean Undergraduate Student Association (KUSA) is an organization that seeks to create Korean culture awareness through cultural, social, and educational events. Our organization not only promotes Korean culture within our campus, but beyond the college borders into the vast Atlanta area. One major event is our annual Korean Culture Night that presents cultural and modern performances, such as Korean fan dance (bu chae chum), samulnori, and hip hop dance. Emory’s KUSA also actively networks with Georgia Tech, University of Georgia, and Georgia State in the KUSA Olympics. By working with other multicultural organizations on campus, we strive to provide for the Korean-American voice and to reach out to non-Koreans as well. If there are further questions, feel free to email the KUSA president, Angela Choi, at achoi2@emory.edu.

 

LATINO STUDENT ORGANIZATION

LSO assembles all students with an interest in Latino issues including, but not limited to, culture, politics, social issues and philanthropy. Some of our activities include bowling nights, salsa workshops, dance parties, movie screenings, community service in the Atlanta Latino community, group dinners, and our latest efforts have been cosponsored events with other colleges such as Georgia Tech and Georgia State. For more information contact Laura Oropeza at loropez@emory.edu.

 

NAACP

The Emory University Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People upholds the national mission of ensuring the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons, and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Our organization is open to all students of Emory, and our chapter is committed to promoting awareness and education amongst ourselves and the greater community, as well as taking action where it is due. Throughout the year, we are involved in a host of service projects, church services, rallies, voter registration drives, campus programs and events. For more information, contact our president, Sophia Hall at shall7@emory.edu.

 

NGAMBIKA

Ngambika, meaning "carry the load", is a community service organization that is

geared toward freshman females. In addition to participating in various community service projects on and off-campus, Ngambika seeks to establish a sisterhood amongst its members. Through the bonds forged between members, as well as with the Big Sisters (past members), the hope is to establish friendships and valuable relationships that

will last for all four years. An additional, optional component of Ngambika is the step team which performs at many campus events.

 

OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. was founded on the campus of Howard University on Nov. 17th, 1911. Since its founding, the fraternity has prided itself on providing leadership and support to the black community and the underserved. Emory University welcomed its first men of Omega in 1987. We have been responsible

for founding B.A.M., bringing civil rights activist Jesse Jackson to campus, and a number of other social actions programs throughout our history. Going towards the future, we only plan to better our efforts and be all that our community needs us to be.

 

PERSIAN CLUB

The purpose for initiating the Persian Club at Emory University is to help promote an awareness of the Persian culture and tradition. In doing so, we hope to enhance the interaction between the Persian community and other campus organizations. On top of promoting our culture our other goals include organizing the celebration of traditional Persian occasion, inviting guest speakers, and participating in community service activities. Our activites include: Kabob Nights, Backgammon Tournaments, Eid (New Year) Party, tea talks, and much more.

 

STUDENTS IN ALLIANCE FOR ASIAN AMERICAN CONCERNS

STUDENTS IN ALLIANCE FOR ASIAN AMERICAN CONCERNS (SAAAC) sponsors forums and events aimed to promote Asian-American awareness on campus with the goal of eliminating stereotypes and racism. We seek to provide a forum for the Asian American community while also collaborating with other student groups to help foster unity among the diverse ethnic groups at Emory. The Leadership Committee is a subdivision of SAAAC that focuses on training freshmen students in leadership skills and campus involvement. Please visit our website: http://students.emory.edu/SAAAC

 

VOICES OF INNER STRENGTH

The mission of the Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir (V.O.I.S.) is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ through song and service, toempowereach other through prayer and fellowship, and to fosteran atmosphere of praiseand worshipin the communities to which we minister. While V.O.I.S. is rooted in theAfrican-American Christian experience, persons of all faiths, cultures, and ethnicbackgrounds are welcome. As an outreach ministry, Voices of Inner Strength fulfills its mission by traveling beyond the Emory community to churches and civic organizations at the local, national, and international levels.