Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2024
This weekend, Emerson celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his dream of social justice. The third Monday of every January marks the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day …
Spiritual Seasonal Observances – Winter 2023-2024
Emersonians, As we approach the close of the fall semester, we hope the weeks ahead offer you time with loved ones, space to reflect upon and embrace the accomplishments of …
Native American Heritage Month and Celebrating Indigenous Communities
Although many in the United States are familiar with Indigenous Peoples’ Day in October and the month of November as National Native American Heritage Month, other celebrations of indigenous people …
National First-Generation College Student Day – Fall 2023
First-Generation College Student Day is celebrated annually on November 8 to commemorate the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) in 1965. This act created federal financial aid programs to …
LGBTQ+ History Month – Fall 2023
Dear Emersonians, As we approach the end of October, we want to take a moment to reflect and acknowledge LGBTQ+ History Month. Unlike many cultural and heritage months, LGBTQ+ History Month …
Filipino American History Month – October 2023
During the month of October we celebrate Filipino American History Month, which was first established by the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) in 1992. The month of October was chosen as …
Latiné and Hispanic Heritage Month – Fall 2023
¡Saludes! From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate Latiné and Hispanic Heritage Month. It is a time to amplify the contributions and rich culture of our Emerson community members …
Spiritual Seasonal Observances – Fall 2023
Warm Greetings to the Emerson Community, As we embark on the new academic year, we are pleased to introduce this new email communication channel in celebration of diversity at Emerson …