From: Office of Multicultural Affairs
Date: April 13, 2023
Subject: It's a shorts & crocs day so open the [OMA Newsletter]


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Check out the Amazing Blooms @ Lake View Cemetery

Each year, thousands of visitors arrive at Daffodil Hill. But after being one of those visitors last year, I would say that singular the word "hill" is a drastic misnomer - it's MUCH MUCH bigger than a single hill as it goes on and on. 

Not to miss are their funny signs encouraging visitors not to pick or trample on the flowers. One sign "What happens to people who pick our flowers?  Hint: Look around."  (you're in a cemetery! lol)

Here's a link to the map - with Daffodil Hill at the center. 

Enter "CWRU In Bloom" Photo Contest

To celebrate the arrival of colorful flowers and singing birds, we invite students, faculty, staff and alumni to submit their best spring photo from around campus for our “CWRU in Bloom” photo contest.

Submit your photo featuring spring views from CWRU—such as flowers, wildlife or campus signage—from any year to be entered in the running for a $50 gift card to Amazon.

  • One entry and one photo per participant
  • Photos must be submitted by 11:59pm Friday, April 21
  • Voting will take place via CWRU's Facebook page
  • Voting will begin on Earth Day, April 22, through midnight on May 1.
  • The winning photo will be announced on Tuesday, May 2.
And hopefully, CWRU Marketing will keep your name with your photo to promote community when they use it online! 
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Happy Solar New Year!

The solar new year of many South and Southeast Asian calendars is celebrated between April 13–15. The date is based on the sidereal year, which observes the movement of the sun relative to the stars. The new year is marked by the sun's entry into the constellation Aries (as it is known in hellenistic astrology).

There is a rich diversity of traditions and celebrations during the new year. For instance for Vishu, celebrated in regions of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, it is common to assemble a plate of auspicious joyful items the day before, and to have them as the first thing one sees when they wake up on the Vishu day. The sight of the good things – which often include rice, fruit, flowers, and golden ornaments – bless the future with joy and success! 

Songkran (traditional New Year in the Buddhist calendar) festivals are celebrated across Southeast Asia. In many places, such as Laos, it is common to sprinkle or pour water onto one another as a sign of respect, blessings and good wishes. The perfumed water is also used to bathe Buddha images, in an act to wash away bad actions. 

There are many more ways in which the world celebrates during this time. Whether it's Bohag Bihu in Assam, India, Aluth Avurrudda in Sri Lanka, or Bisket Jatra in Nepal and the many other celebrations all over south and south east Asia, the Office of Multicultural Affairs wishes a Happy New Year to all who celebrate!

Other Events

This Weekend

Thursday, April 13
5pm [LGBT] Topix: Medical Gender Transition
5:30pm [NSBE] ThoughtWorks Career Panel
7pm [PSA] Iftar Dinner
Friday, April 14
1pm [CoCo] Koko Bakery’s Food Event
1pm [Hillel] Spring Carnival by HVC
1:30pm [Women in Economics] Donut Economics
2pm [LGBT] Queer Craft Circle + Topix
7pm [Mediterranean Cultural Club] Free Spanish/Portuguese Paella Event
Saturday, April 15
11am [japanCase] CaseCon 2023
12pm [Underrep Minority Women in STEM] Teach a Minority Girl STEM
1pm [FSU] Kamayan
1pm [Center for International Affairs] Holi Celebration
2pm [UPB] Food Truck Festival
4pm [La Alianza] Last GBM
6pm [LGBT] TDOV Talent Show & Open Mic
7pm [Hinduism Club] Movie Night: Kantara
10pm [BSU] The Blackout
Sunday, April 16
10am Spartans Stronger Together 5K
2pm [Undivided] Club UE
6pm [UPCaM] Dinner Church
7:30pm [SJP] Algebra Tea House Iftar

Volunteers Needed - Neighborhood Garden

Vel's Purple Oasis is a community-based urban farm situated on one acre of land where Cleveland's Fairfax neighborhood meets University Circle. They are gearing up for a fantastic never before seen year at the Oasis!

They are constructing a gazebo type structure to accommodate about 50 people to do our yoga and other things in the Oasis. They need volunteer engineering students to take on the project to help us. We have a volunteer contractor that is helping us.

If interested, contact Ms. Vel!

Summer Tutors Needed

I need a team of tutors for our Summer Enrichment Program. We'll have 2 Grades K-8 sites, and 1 high school site. If you are staying in town this summer, consider serving with the youth. 7 weeks until mid-July. July 4th week off. Competitive wage. Please inform friends/classmates who like working with youth about this opportunity.
Contact Janice Eatman Williams

Manufacturing Scholarship Program (MSP)

The MSP Scholarship Program is an opportunity for African American and Black students who are looking at career opportunities in manufacturing in the greater Cleveland area. We are looking for 4-6 new scholars in Cuyahoga, Summit and Stark Counties for the 2023-2024 Academic Year. The Scholarship program has evolved to now include some new components including mentorship, professional development, and internship opportunities.
Apply

Apply to be a Tour Guide!

The Office of Undergraduate Admission is seeking energetic and friendly students who are passionate about CWRU to provide tours to prospective high school students and their families.

Applicants should have basic knowledge about the university, strong communication skills, and be passionate about CWRU. These students will also have the opportunity to support in-person and virtual events hosted by the office to engage future students and participate in other recruitment efforts

Applications due Sunday, April 16

Seeking a STEM-focused internship this summer?

Office of Post-Graduate Planning and Experiential Education is launching a micro-internship program aimed at international & underrepresented minority students matching them to STEM-based projects with organizations in Cleveland and surrounding communities.
All projects in this program are paid, with a maximum stipend of $1,600 per project. The projects will be PT, with most lasting 40-80 total hours over a span of 4-10 weeks. If accepted, students will be enrolled in either PGP&EE’s practicum program or Weatherhead School of Management’s MGMT 418 course. 
Questions? Contact Emily Weaver, PGP&EE’s International Student Career Specialist
To apply.
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