Greetings from the Center for Multicultural Initiatives (CMI)!!! This is a very exciting time of year as we welcome new and returning students back to campus. All summer long the CMI staff has been hard at work creating new initiatives and programs just for you for the upcoming academic year. We, in the CMI office are confident that you have taken time this summer to prepare to be the best student that you can possibly be. If there is anything that we can do for you let us know. Have a great semester, and don't forget to sign up for all the latest CMI updates on our Facebook page.


WE HAVE MOVED!!!
We are now located in 104 North Foundation Hall. North Foundation Hall will host an open house on Thursday, September 1 from 1 - 3pm. Visit us in our new space and get your CMI shirt (while supplies last).

CMI WELCOME BBQ

Join us at the annual CMI Welcome BBQ from 6pm-9pm at the Hamlin Basketball Court Thursday, September 2, 2010. There will be free food and music! This event is co-sponsored by the Association of Black Students (ABS) and will be followed by a Greek Yard Show. All Oakland University students, staff, and faculty welcome!

HISPANIC CELEBRATION 2010
Join CMI in celebrating Hispanic Celebration Month OU style from September 13-October 1. This year marks the 200th anniversary of Mexico's Independence. In honor of the Bicentennial Independence we will be celebrating Mexico and other Hispanic countries on September 16 from 4 - 7pm in the Gold Rooms, OC. This is one of many great events that will take place so please see the CMI calendar for the complete schedule of Hispanic Celebration Month events.

Keeper of the Dream (KOD)applications are now available to students who possess all of the following attributes: current cumulative grade-point average of 3.0, demonstrated campus involvement, record of responsible citizenship, scholarship and leadership in breaking down cultural stereotypes and in promoting interracial understanding, and enrollment in a minimum of 12 credits each term for fall 2011 and winter 2012 semesters. Applications are due in the CMI office by 5:00 pm Friday, October 15.

NEED ASSISTANCE BUYING BOOKS?
The CMI provides an interest free book loan to students with at least 24 credit hours earned and a minimum 2.5 GPA. The loan provides up to $250 per semester and may be redeemed at the OU bookstore. If you are interested in the Sharp Emergency Book Loan, download our online application.