The World is Rich With Diversity
Below are a list of monthly celebrations planned by OEDI and other campus partners. More information and related resources can also be found in our Diverse Populations section, as well as on our Events Calendar.
If you have a celebration, event or program you'd like to include on the OEDI Events Calendar, please contact us.
Black History Month
Black History Month is celebrated annually during the month of February to acknowledge and celebrate the important contributions of people of African descent to our nation's life and culture.
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month (LHHM) is celebrated annually from September 15-October 15 to acknowledge the history, culture, and contributions of Americans whose ancestry can be traced to Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Spain.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Observed each October, NDEAM celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents.
Women's History Month
March is Women's History Month, where we celebrate the vital role that women have played in American history.
LGBTQIA+ Pride
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month is celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan.
Native American Heritage Month
November marks Native American Heritage Month and we encourage you to take the opportunity to celebrate and learn.
For a full list of national and international observances visit the calendar* below.
*The Calendar of Observances is kindly compiled and provided by the Anti-Defamation League.