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The Proper Shade Canceled

jbaxter3 — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 18:29:00 +0000

Hey!
First of all, thank you for all your support and enthusiasm for this event, but scheduling conflicts have again forced the cancellation of The “PROPER” Shade.

But stay tuned we may reschedule the event for the spring!! Look forward to DEEP’s next event “Thanksgiving with a Twist”!

Thanks Again,
D.E.E.P.

DEEP’s “The Proper Shade” postponed to Oct. 14

jbaxter3 — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:01:00 +0000

DEEP has postponed tonight’s event. “The Proper Shade” has been rescheduled for next Tuesday, so keep an eye out for further announcements.

Also do not forget that DEEP will be hosting a “Diversity Open Mic Night” this Friday in the Multicultural Center from 7-9 p.m. Come out and show off your talent. If you would like to sing, read poetry, perform a monologue, or anything else you could think of, sign your name to the our wall on Facebook or e-mail me at jbaxter3@elon.edu.

Jabali Afrika in concert Sept. 4

jbaxter3 — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:47:00 +0000

Looking for something to do this Thursday night? D.E.E.P is bringing JABALI AFRIKA in concert to you! JABALI AFRIKA is a band that originates from East Africa’s Kenya. Their original sound is unique fusion of African rhythms. This is a band whose members are not only adept at composing songs and playing a variety of instruments but are also talented dancers and choreographers.

Date: Thurday, Sept. 4

Location: McCrary Theater in the Center for the Arts

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Join D.E.E.P and JABALI AFRIKA at 6:30 p.m. in Moseley 221 B for a private workshop. Band members will be giving informal lessons on their native instruments and dance steps!

“Tunnel of Oppression” on April 17

jbaxter3 — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:39:00 +0000

The Tunnel of Oppression is one of ��ϲ��’s premier diversity events. It is designed to allow student, faculty and staff to experience oppressive situations that still occur in today’s society.

This year participants will travel through the selected houses in the Greek Courts where they will experience uncomfortable situations on the basis of race, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic class. The purpose of the Tunnel of Oppression is to educate participants how their lives and the lives of close family and friends can be influenced by discrimination and ways they can overcome it!

Take on the Tunnel Thursday, April 17, 2008!

Visit DEEP in Hearth Lounge (downstairs Moseley) April14-17, for more information on the Tunnel of Oppression.

Free Thanksgiving Dinner with DEEP on Nov. 16 (Please RSVP)

jbaxter3 — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 14:21:00 +0000

In celebration of diversity during the holidays, DEEP is sponsoring Thanksgiving With a Twist on Friday, Nov. 17, from 6-8 p.m. DEEP is providing a free dinner catered by Cracker Barrel. Our Keynote for the evening, Vivette Jeffries- Logan, is a Native American activist and member of the Occaneechi tribe. She will be offering one Native American view on how indigenous people celebrate Thanksgiving given their history in America.

The dinner is free and open to students and faculty, but there is a limited number of seats available so if you are interested contact Joy Baxter at jbaxter3@elon.edu.

Function: Free Thanksgiving dinner catered by Cracker Barrel
Date: Friday, Nov. 16, 2007

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Location: Oaks Commons 207

RSVP at jbaxter3@elon.edu

D.E.E.P Days 2007 from Oct. 2-6

jbaxter3 — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 12:25:00 +0000

Diversity Emerging Education Program (D.E.E.P) will be hosting D.E.E.P Days 2007 from Tuesday, Oct. 2 – Saturday, Oct. 6. Join D.E.E.P for a week long celebration of Diversity. There will be FREE Food and FREE Give-A-Ways all week.

Tuesday, Oct. 2 – “Find Your Diversity”- College Coffee

Enter our Diversity Treasure Hunt and You can win a $50 gift certificate to Olive Garden

Wednesday, Oct. 3 – “Dance Your Diversity”- Oaks Commons Rooms 212,207,205

Learn Hip Hop, Salsa, and Ballroom dance and enter a drawing to win free CD’s.

Thursday, Oct. 4 – “Believe Your Diversity”- Stop by our table in Moseley between 11-2

Write a Prayer for Something or Someone You care about. Enter a Drawing for FREE Give-A- Ways

Friday, Oct. 5 – “Wear Your Diversity”

Wear a garment that Showcases your diversity. Enter a competition for best “diversity” dress and have lunch with D.E.E.P.

Saturday, Oct. 6 – “Celebrate Your Diversity” – McKinnon from 2:30-4:30

Join us for our Mulitcultural Organization Fair and Gala, and participate in Diversity Dialogue and Role Play. There will be FREE FOOD and FREE Give-A-Ways.