Do you enjoy learning about other cultures? Are you looking to get involved on campus? Visit the Dennis Small Cultural Center. Stop by Sept. 3, for our Open House event and follow us on Facebook to learn about upcoming events.
Dennis Small was a proud Denver resident who spent his life working with students and serving his community. He was a teacher, principal and athletic director for Denver Public Schools, a board member for the Denver YMCA and the American Red Cross, and played baseball for the Black leagues in the 1930s and 40s. In 1966, he received the Denver Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award and Father of the Year Award.
At CU Boulder, Small served as associate dean and director of the Human Relations Center from 1969-78. He was tasked with improving relations between students, faculty, administration, parents, alumni and the public. Small envisioned a space for marginalized groups to gather, program and feel safe. Today, the Dennis Small Cultural Center staff strives to continue this legacy in their everyday work.
As the cultural diversity center of the UMC, the DSCC is an inclusive space that seeks to enhance multi-cultural and social awareness for our campus community. In collaboration with historically underrepresented student groups, the DSCC offers many opportunities to learn and celebrate diversity. Here are some of the ways you can get involved with the DSCC this year.
Learn and celebrate
The DSCC partners with campus departments and student groups to celebrate nationally recognized history and heritage months throughout the year. These programs celebrate the rich cultural, social and political contributions of diverse groups in our society. Upcoming history and heritage month programs include:
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Latinx Heritage Month in September
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LGBTQ+ History Month in October
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Native American Heritage Month in November
Meet others at events
There are many opportunities to meet fellow Buffs and find community at the DSCC. Weekly programs feature cooking classes, films, dance lessons, crafts and in-depth dialogues.
Relax, study and hang out
Need a place to study? Looking to meet with a student group on campus? The space in the DSCC is open and available to use by anyone. Student organizations can email dscc@colorado.edu or contact UMC Events, Planning, and Catering to reserve the space ahead of time.
Collaborate
The DSCC is a resource for culturally focused student organizations and campus groups. If you are interested in collaborating on any events, contact the DSCC.
