Black Collegian Caucus
Goal
The goal of the Black Collegian Caucus is to serve as a support organization that fosters academic and social interaction among its members. Our aim is to assist and motivate our members through programs and activities—in their efforts to complete the baccalaureate or associate degrees at IPFW. The Black Collegian Caucus works with various sectors of the city in an effort to share our resources with the IPFW campus and Fort Wayne community.
Composition
The Black Collegian Caucus (BCC) is comprised of students who are concerned about their academic, cultural, social, and community well-being. No student will be denied membership in this organization on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, or handicap.
For more information contact Christopher W. Riley at 260-481-6847.
More information is provided on the official BCC Web site.
Hispanos Unidos
Hispanos Unidos is a student organization which began with informal meetings in 1987, and became recognized by the University in 1988. Originally, the group was known on campus and in the community as "Students for Hispanic Cultural Exchange." The group adopted its current name in 1989.
Mission Statement
- Provide a support group and social activities for Hispanic students and other members who are interested in the Hispanic Culture.
- Promote awareness of the many positive aspects of the Hispanic culture to IPFW and the Fort Wayne community.
- Provide a campus forum for discussion of Hispanic issues.
- Be a strong part of a network of local and regional groups active in addressing Hispanic issues, and in promoting an awareness of appreciation for the Hispanic culture.
- Provide opportunities for members to use and improve their Spanish language skills.
Activities
Hispanos Unidos meets biweekly and is active on campus and in the community. Listed below are some of our past activities, many of which are either ongoing projects or annual events.
- Attending the United States Hispanic Leadership Conference in Chicago.
- Presenting and participating in the Hispanic Heritage Month activies.
- Participating the Latinos Unidos Midwest Hispanic Sports Fest in IU Bloomington in April.
- Visiting Fort wayne area schools to present Hispanic cultural programs.
- Participating in "Envision a Bright Future," a program that encourages middle and high school students to think about preparing for college.
- Conducting fund-raising activities.
- Meeting with the Greater Fort Wayne Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
- Participating in the Gran Fiesta at Headwaters Park in September.
- Supporting the programs and activities.
Membership
Students who are enrolled in at least one credit hour at IPFW and are interested in Hispanic culture are invited to join Hispanos Unidos. Speaking Spanish is not a requirement. Associate (non-student) members are welcome to join in the organization. Membership dues are $5.00 per semester for students and $15.00 per semester for associate members.
Estudiantes de IPFW matriculados en por lo menos un curso de un crédito y que estén interesados en la cultura hispana, estan invitados a formar parte de Hispanos Unidos. Hablar español no es un requisito. Miembros asociados (no estudiantes de IPFW) son también bienvenidos a pertenecer a la organización. La membresía es de $5.00 para estudiantes de IPFW y $15.00 para miembros asociados por semestre.
¡Por favor, hazte miembro!
Please, join us!
2006-2007 Officers
Advisors
United Native American Students
The goal of United Native American Students (UNAS) is to aid, prepare, strengthen, unite, preserve, and educate Native American students and to emphasize the rich traditional cultural and spiritual aspects of diverse Native American heritages. UNAS wishes to unite all clans, tribes, and nations into a political entity that preserves and honors individual cultures and traditional spiritual beliefs.
UNAS also seeks to promote freedom of expression by providing a platform for diverse voices in the Native American community, network with other Native American groups in the state university systems to strengthen the entire Native American community, and to actively seek educational funding for IPFW Native Americans in need, through scholarships, grants, and other community resources. The group is not limited to native peoples; all people are encouraged to come and participate.
For more information about UNAS, contact Eva Howe, UNAS President, at 260-422-6105.
Islamic Student Association
The Islamic Student Association (ISA) is a student organization recognized by Indiana University—Purdue University of Fort Wayne in 1988. The organization was orginally known as the “Muslim Student Association” and adopted its present name in 2000. The group is affiliated with the MSA of North America and networks with other Muslim Student Associations throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Goals
The goals of the Islamic Association are:
- Unite the Muslim students and other members of IPFW and to help them strengthen their faith and practice of Islam.
- Promote a better understanding of Islam to the IPFW community.
- Encourage and enable students with basic knowledge and competence to contribute to group discussions.
- Create a strong feeling of brotherhood and sisterhood.
- Promote understanding between Muslims and non-Muslims.
Activities
The Islamic Student Association meets once a month and participates in many activities on campus and also in the community. Listed below are activities that the ISA participates in, but is not limited to: (Some of our activities are on-going projects or yearly events.)
- Participate in various activities sponsored by local Muslim Student Associations.
- Negotiate group rates for attendees at Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) Annual Convention.
- Coordinate religious gathering included prayers.
- Present Islamic discussions and lectures.
- Conduct social, cultural and athletic activities in the best traditions of Islam.
- Collect Islamic literature that will be asccessible to all members.
- Conduct fund-raising activities.
International Student Organization (ISO)
Students are invited to join the International Students Organization, one of the most active student groups on the IPFW campus. ISO is designed to meet the diverse educational and cultural needs of international students at IPFW. We seek to introduce and promote friendship and unity among students, faculty/staff, and members of the community from different nationalities, backgrounds, and cultures. The group is known for its informative and interesting programs, including:
- Video tape presentations on different countries throughout the year
- A faculty lecture series on world topics
- Annual social and cultural events, including a Welcome Reception, native dress party, potluck dinners, Christmas party, Unity and Friendship Banquet and Awards Dinner
- Receptions for visiting students from other countries
- A voluntary host program for IPFW students
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