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FUNCTIONAL AREAS PROJECT(MULTI) CULTURAL CENTERS
JORDAN WESTASHLEY HAZELWOOD
Overview
I. What is a Cultural Based Center?
II. Considerations
III. Responsibilities according to the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS)
IV. A closer look at three centers a. University of Cincinnati-Office of Ethnic
Programs b. The Pennsylvania State University-The Paul
Robeson Cultural Center c. Boston College-Office of AHANA Student
Programs
V. Recommendations
VI. Conclusion
“Oh How They Vary”Factors to Consider in a Discussion of Cultural Based Centers
The sole responsibility of a cultural based center is to meet the specific needs of the students by taking into account external factors
There is NO right or wrong way to serve students of a cultural based center
CAS Standards are guidelines and should not be perceived as strict standards for professionals working in cultural based centers
A major focus of Cultural Based Centers is to serve underrepresented populations
The physical plant of the center whether big or small will govern the safe space that most centers seek to provide.
Cultural Center Responsibilities according to CAS Standards
CAS provides a Foundation for the Field “A” Standard not “THE” Standard The mission for CAS emphasizes
Academic Growth Personal Growth Promotion of Access, Equity and
Justice (Dean, 2006, p.257) Applicable for assessment purposes
The University The University of Cincinnatiof Cincinnati
The Office of Ethnic Programs and Services supports the mission of the University of Cincinnati by enhancing the growth and development of students of color and
addressing the academic, social, spiritual and cultural needs of the campus
community. The professional staff has a strong commitment to ensure all members
of the University are creating and promoting a just community.Director, Dr. Eric Abercrumbie
[email protected] Director, Ewaniki Moore
[email protected] Assistant Director, Brandi Hutchins
[email protected] Coordinator, Derrick Jenkins
The University of Cincinnati:The University of Cincinnati:Important ComponentsImportant Components
LocationTarget populationStructure of the centerUse of center by the studentsStaff relationships with studentsProgramming
EducationalSocial
The Pennsylvania State The Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity
Paul Robeson Cultural CenterPaul Robeson Cultural Center
Paul Robeson Cultural Center (PRCC) functions as a forum for the cultural enrichment, educational development,
and social advancement of all students at our multi-campus
land grant university. The Paul Robeson Cultural Center
provides opportunities for students to explore
knowledge and opinions and to develop skills and reflect
on attitudes, beliefs, and values essential for
meaningful participation within society as responsible citizens in a diverse global
community.
The Pennsylvania State The Pennsylvania State University:University:Important ComponentsImportant Components
Five-Step FrameworkCultural Engagement, Education, Development, Safe Space and Community Building Initiatives
Focus on holistic approach and forming global citizens
Impact change in community
Looking at culture through one’s “ethnic lens
Welcoming to all students
Boston CollegeOffice of AHANA Student Programs The mission of the Office of AHANA Student Programs
is to provide a broad array of services that nurture students' academic, social, cultural and spiritual development. The Office of AHANA Student Programs provides quality programs and services aimed at responding to the continuum of students' needs.
Director, Ines Maturana Sendoya
Associate Director, Andy Petigny
Assistant Director, Joana Maynard
Counselor, Warren Chiang
Counselor, Donna Lee
Administrative Assistant, Yvonne McBarnett
Important Factors about OASP AHANA is an acronym standing for African-American, Hispanic, Asian and
Native American This term was created by two students in 1979 who rejected the previous
name of the office which was the Office of Minority Student Programs. The students expressed a dislike of the connotation of the word minority which implies “less than”. The AHANA acronym is familiar to many institutions in Massachusetts and has been adopted by many in the area
Office provides each student with an academic advisor when they enter as a freshman and are strongly encouraged to meet with them for at least three times a semester
OASP serves all students and encourages white students to utilize the services provided
The office is located in a house which provides a “home away from home” atmosphere for students
Professionals working in the office often serve as advisors to cultural student groups on campus
Recommendations: Recommendations: University of CincinnatiUniversity of Cincinnati
Implement programming in order to be more inclusive of invisible populations (i.e. Asian-American students)Collaborate with other student service officesConsider name change of office title
Recommendations:Recommendations:The Pennsylvania State The Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity
Collaboration with academia and other student service offices Reframing safe space and hospitality of the centerIncrease flexibility in office structure Working harder to promote to all populations
Greater focus on Asian and Middle Eastern students
Recommendations: Boston College
Increase cultural awareness programmingIncrease collaboration with academia as well as other student service officesSurvey student satisfaction with physical plant of office
ConclusionConclusion
CAS Applicable, but not the only set of standards
Similarities amongst centersStudent CenteredIntentional ProgrammingConcerned with underrepresented populationsMust adjust to varying populations of the institution
Differences amongst centers Target populations Programming initiatives Physical structure Emphasis on Cultural Awareness
The University of CincinnatiThe University of CincinnatiOffice of Ethnic Programs
Derrick Jenkins, [email protected]
The Pennsylvania State UniversityThe Pennsylvania State UniversityPaul Robeson Cultural CenterToby Jenkins, [email protected]
Boston CollegeBoston CollegeOffice of AHANA Student Programs
Dr. Ines Maturana-Sendoya, [email protected]