Office of Multicultural Student Services
1010 Campus Drive,
FLITE Suite 159,
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 591-2617
[email protected]
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
APR01
BLACKTOPIA: DETROIT 3000 (AI PROJECT)
Exhibit Dates: April 1 – May 10 Tylonn Sawyer Blacktopia: Detroit 3000 (AI Project)
Tylonn J. Sawyer is an American multidisciplinary artist educator and curator. Trained
in figurative arts-based practices Sawyer’s work juxtaposes themes of identity–both
individual and collective–with investigations of race and history in popular culture.
FSU Fine Art Gallery
May22
HOW WOMEN OF COLOR CAN TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THEIR CAREERS TO ACCELERATE THEIR PATHS TO
SUCCESS
Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
What do you need? As simple as it is powerful, this question is not often asked of women of color. But the answer to this question could be the difference between dreaming of a successful life and living one. In this illuminating webinar, author and PR expert Lauren Wesley Wilson will help to fill this gap for women at any stage of their careers. Recognized as one of the most powerful women in PR, Wilson started her company because at every level of her career— there were questions she needed answered with no one to ask. Lauren’s recently published book, What Do You Need?: How Women of Color Can Take Ownership of Their Careers to Accelerate Their Path to Success, is full of fun stories from her roller-coaster career, personal experience, and actionable tips.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
What do you need? As simple as it is powerful, this question is not often asked of women of color. But the answer to this question could be the difference between dreaming of a successful life and living one. In this illuminating webinar, author and PR expert Lauren Wesley Wilson will help to fill this gap for women at any stage of their careers. Recognized as one of the most powerful women in PR, Wilson started her company because at every level of her career— there were questions she needed answered with no one to ask. Lauren’s recently published book, What Do You Need?: How Women of Color Can Take Ownership of Their Careers to Accelerate Their Path to Success, is full of fun stories from her roller-coaster career, personal experience, and actionable tips.
https://alumlc.org/ferris/35901
Video Recording of 2024 Multicultural Student Graduation
Contact Information
General Information: [email protected] or (231) 591-2617
Marcia Alger:[email protected] or (231) 591-3525