At Saint Xavier University, almost every building is home to events that raise awareness about diversity and what it is. These events are mainly held through the Resident Hall Association (RHA).
One of these events was held on February 22. Pacelli Lounge was home to the Diversity Cupcakes event, for which information can be found on The Den.
The event ran from 3-4 p.m. and encouraged residents of Pacelli and Rubloff halls to decorate cupcakes based on what they believe the definition of diversity is.
Leading this event was RA Mia Cox, who said “I’m so glad that, within just a few minutes, I already had multiple people attend. Not only did people want to come for the free food, but they all had unique definitions of what diversity means to them.”
The purpose of the event was not just to design a tasty treat. It was to spread awareness of the many definitions of diversity and to give attendees a greater understanding of what it stands for. When asked about what diversity is to her, Cox stated, “It is to be unified despite our differences and to celebrate the things that develop our identity together.”
“Who doesn’t enjoy free baked goods?” Cox added. “This event helped students broaden their definitions of diversity and fostered conversation. It has made attendees think about what makes them who they are and connect it to what makes us who we all are as human beings.”
Another diversity event that was held recently was the Beautiful Butterflies event. This was held by RA Jaren Orbeck on Feb. 15 from 6-7 p.m. in the Rubloff Hall lounge. Information can be found on The Den.
“In my opinion,” Orbeck stated, “the most powerful benefit of diversity is giving a voice to those who struggle to find it. It is all about justice, advocacy, inclusion, and helping those who need it.”
In this event, attendees drew a butterfly on colored paper. They then cut out the butterfly and designed it as they pleased. A word they believed represented diversity was also written on the butterfly.
The Beautiful Butterflies event gave the attendees the chance to reflect on how they contribute not only to the diversity at Saint Xavier but to the real world itself. “By creating different butterflies through shape, color, and design, we could see how diverse we truly are,” Orbeck continued.
“By having one word on each butterfly, we were able to see each idea that everyone had for what diversity is and why it is so important to uphold in society. I feel that the event was very successful and I enjoyed having all attendees make their own creation.”
Though these events may have already passed, these are not the only diversity events that have occured and will continue to on campus. The month of February may have ended but diversity is still a positive aspect to be spread throughout Saint Xavier. Diversity events are able to be found on The Den. RSVPs are required for each event.
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