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Multicultural Student Services

Our department promotes the intellectual understanding and appreciation of diversity, inclusion and social justice by creating opportunities for learning and leadership development for our campus community.

In addition, we provide meaningful support to assist in the transition, retention and graduation of our underrepresented student populations.

For any of our events: If you have a disability and need assistance to attend, contact the OMSS at least 72 hours in advance at (231)591-2617 or [email protected] Ferris State University is an equal opportunity institution. For information on the University’s Policy on non-discrimination, visit www.ferris.edu/non-discrimination.

Upcoming Events

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MAR18
CULTURAL GAME NIGHT

This event will be to celebrate different cultures traditional games.

Monday, March 18, 2024. 6:00 PM 

David L. Eisler Center 016

MAR19
Women's History Month Panel
Women's History Month Panel
6 -7 p.m. in DEC 217

MAR19
TOGETHER WE MARCH

Join the Hispanic/Latino Cultural Center for a march on campus, starting at the IRC Connector. 

Tuesday, March 19, 2024. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

IRC Connector

Food provided by Hot Box Tacos.

MAR21
DIVERSITEA!

Faculty, staff, and students are invited to participate in a discussion with students regarding interculturalism and sense of belonging. Co-sponsored by the IDEAS-B Committee. 

Tea, coffee and pastries provided! 

Thursday, March 21, 2024. 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Hispanic/Latino Cultural Center IRC 109

MAR21
TWO-SPIRIT/LGBTQ+ INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY SPEAKER

This event will be about the celebration of Two-Spirited/Indigenous people's day! There will be speakers talking about what it is about to identify as being two spirited as well as being indigenous. Hope to see you there!

Thursday, March 21, 2024. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

DEC Founder's Room 203

 

Student Equity & Inclusion Experienceship Annual Scholarship

Dr. Matthew Chaney, fondly known as Matty C, worked at Ferris State University for 25 years. His position as the Director of OMSS was not a job but a passion to see students reach their full potential and to help them graduate. In his philosophy and honor, The Dr. Matthew C. Chaney Student Equity & Inclusion Experienceship Annual Scholarship was created to continue to support students.

Contribute to the Matthew C. Chaney scholarship

Contact Information

General Information: [email protected] or (231) 591-2617
Marcia Alger:[email protected] or (231) 591-3525