Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives - University of Michigan
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The Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI) is dedicated to supporting the University of Michigan in its ongoing commitment to diversity
The Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI) is dedicated to supporting the University of Michigan in its ongoing commitment to create and foster an intellectually and culturally diverse campus community. To this end, OAMI works collaboratively and cooperatively with the campus and external constituencies to develop initiatives that enrich the academic, social, cultural, and personal de
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LEADERS & BEST (LAB)
Leaders and Best Program is designed to assist first and second year students to achieve academically, professionally, and personally, by providing assistance for a successful transition from high school to college through informative and interactive programming and support systems to foster holistic development. Participating students are matched with an Academic SucCess Partner (ASP). ASPs are advanced students (junior or senior) who are academically successful, active on campus and have demonstrated top-notch leadership skills.
MICHIGAN - PURSUING OUR DREAMS
M-POD is a collaboration with Washtenaw Community College (WCC), the University of Michigan, and the State of Michigan with the purpose of assisting academically and/or economically disadvantaged students to obtain a bachelors degree. Under the terms of the program, students who attend WCC for two years and who meet specific requirements, will be considered for admission to one of the eleven participating U-M schools and colleges.
STUDENT ACADEMIC MULTICULTURAL INITIATIVES (SAMI)
SAMI provides funds to students and student organizations to encourage participation in academic multicultural activities. Proposals are submitted monthly to a committee composed of faculty and staff. Successful proposals have included supervised independent studies, research, presentations, academic publications and lectures.
THE REVEREND DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. SYMPOSIUM
The MLK Symposium is one of the largest and most comprehensive observances of Dr. King in the nation. The annual symposium honors the life and work of Dr. King through lectures, panel discussions, film series and performances throughout the month of January
BLACK CELEBRATORY
The Black Celebratory recognizes the commonalities and differences that characterize the experiences of African Americans and other students at the University of Michigan. In upholding the expectations of the first Black Celebratory in 1993, the program serve as an example of the University of Michigan's commitment to diversity.
LA CELEBRACIÓN LATINA
The Celebración Latina highlights the achievements, contributions and cultural significance of Latino graduates, parents, faculty and staff at the University of Michigan's commitment to diversity.
THE NATIVE STUDENT GRADUATION CELEBRATION
The Native Student Graduation Celebration is an annual student led ceremony that celebrates both the accomplishments of graduating Native Students, and their contributions to the University community. Supported by the Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA) and OAMI, the ceremony ties in Native cultural traditions and serves as an example of the University of Michigan's commitment to diversity.
OAMI STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
OAMI offers work-study and non-work study opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience, develop essential skills such as time management, teamwork, facilitation and leadership. Students are employed as student leaders, mentors, and office support.
GAINING EARLY AWARENESS AND READINESS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS (GEAR UP)
GEAR UP exposes middle and high school students to the knowledge and skills necessary to complete high school and prepare for college entry and graduation. GEAR UP is funded through the University of Michigan, the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth, and the U.S. Department of Education. Currently the program serves Cooley and University Prep High Schools in Detroit, Romulus High School, and Highland Park High School.
IT'S GREAT TO BE A GIRL
It's Great To Be A Girl mentors sixth grade girls at West Middle School in Yipsilanti. The program matches U-M undergraduate women "femtors" with middle school girls in weekly discussions addressing issues that affect self-esteem and achievements of girls.
INTELLECTUAL MINDS MAKING A DIFFERENCE (IMMAD)
IMMAD is facilitated by undergraduate students dedicated to assisting students primarily from Detroit to prepare for higher education. IMMAD meets in Detroit at the University of Michigan Detroit Center on Saturdays during the academic year. The program offers ACT preparations, college admissions and financial aid workshops, and essay writing for college admission.
PROJECT LIGHTHOUSE
Project Lighthouse is an undergraduate student program primarily designed to encourage first-generation, Hmong Asian-American students attending Detroit Osborn High School to aspire to higher education. The mentoring program is conducted in six sessions at the high school. A U-M campus tour in the spring concludes the program.
MAXIMIZING OUTREACH THROUGH LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT (MOLD)
Sociology 389, section 605 is open to students serving as educational outreach volunteers in programs and student organizations affiliated with or sponsored by OAMI. Students must perform 4-6 hours a week of service and complete course assignments. Students in the MOLD seminar meet weekly to discuss their experiences promoting higher education in disadvantaged communities while contributing to the larger goal of organizing for social justice.
Research:
MICHIGAN STUDENT STUDY (MSS)
The Michigan Student Study began as an initiative in 1990 to undertake a comprehensive examination of the impact on students of the University of Michigan's commitment to foster campus understanding of factors that foster and inhibit making diversity an intellectually challenging and broadening experience for all student groups in the campus community. MSS data have been used in court cases including the U.S. Supreme Court. Nine doctorate dissertations have resulted from the study.
Leaders and Best Program is designed to assist first and second year students to achieve academically, professionally, and personally, by providing assistance for a successful transition from high school to college through informative and interactive programming and support systems to foster holistic development. Participating students are matched with an Academic SucCess Partner (ASP). ASPs are advanced students (junior or senior) who are academically successful, active on campus and have demonstrated top-notch leadership skills.
MICHIGAN - PURSUING OUR DREAMS
M-POD is a collaboration with Washtenaw Community College (WCC), the University of Michigan, and the State of Michigan with the purpose of assisting academically and/or economically disadvantaged students to obtain a bachelors degree. Under the terms of the program, students who attend WCC for two years and who meet specific requirements, will be considered for admission to one of the eleven participating U-M schools and colleges.
STUDENT ACADEMIC MULTICULTURAL INITIATIVES (SAMI)
SAMI provides funds to students and student organizations to encourage participation in academic multicultural activities. Proposals are submitted monthly to a committee composed of faculty and staff. Successful proposals have included supervised independent studies, research, presentations, academic publications and lectures.
THE REVEREND DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. SYMPOSIUM
The MLK Symposium is one of the largest and most comprehensive observances of Dr. King in the nation. The annual symposium honors the life and work of Dr. King through lectures, panel discussions, film series and performances throughout the month of January
BLACK CELEBRATORY
The Black Celebratory recognizes the commonalities and differences that characterize the experiences of African Americans and other students at the University of Michigan. In upholding the expectations of the first Black Celebratory in 1993, the program serve as an example of the University of Michigan's commitment to diversity.
LA CELEBRACIÓN LATINA
The Celebración Latina highlights the achievements, contributions and cultural significance of Latino graduates, parents, faculty and staff at the University of Michigan's commitment to diversity.
THE NATIVE STUDENT GRADUATION CELEBRATION
The Native Student Graduation Celebration is an annual student led ceremony that celebrates both the accomplishments of graduating Native Students, and their contributions to the University community. Supported by the Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA) and OAMI, the ceremony ties in Native cultural traditions and serves as an example of the University of Michigan's commitment to diversity.
OAMI STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
OAMI offers work-study and non-work study opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience, develop essential skills such as time management, teamwork, facilitation and leadership. Students are employed as student leaders, mentors, and office support.
GAINING EARLY AWARENESS AND READINESS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS (GEAR UP)
GEAR UP exposes middle and high school students to the knowledge and skills necessary to complete high school and prepare for college entry and graduation. GEAR UP is funded through the University of Michigan, the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth, and the U.S. Department of Education. Currently the program serves Cooley and University Prep High Schools in Detroit, Romulus High School, and Highland Park High School.
IT'S GREAT TO BE A GIRL
It's Great To Be A Girl mentors sixth grade girls at West Middle School in Yipsilanti. The program matches U-M undergraduate women "femtors" with middle school girls in weekly discussions addressing issues that affect self-esteem and achievements of girls.
INTELLECTUAL MINDS MAKING A DIFFERENCE (IMMAD)
IMMAD is facilitated by undergraduate students dedicated to assisting students primarily from Detroit to prepare for higher education. IMMAD meets in Detroit at the University of Michigan Detroit Center on Saturdays during the academic year. The program offers ACT preparations, college admissions and financial aid workshops, and essay writing for college admission.
PROJECT LIGHTHOUSE
Project Lighthouse is an undergraduate student program primarily designed to encourage first-generation, Hmong Asian-American students attending Detroit Osborn High School to aspire to higher education. The mentoring program is conducted in six sessions at the high school. A U-M campus tour in the spring concludes the program.
MAXIMIZING OUTREACH THROUGH LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT (MOLD)
Sociology 389, section 605 is open to students serving as educational outreach volunteers in programs and student organizations affiliated with or sponsored by OAMI. Students must perform 4-6 hours a week of service and complete course assignments. Students in the MOLD seminar meet weekly to discuss their experiences promoting higher education in disadvantaged communities while contributing to the larger goal of organizing for social justice.
Research:
MICHIGAN STUDENT STUDY (MSS)
The Michigan Student Study began as an initiative in 1990 to undertake a comprehensive examination of the impact on students of the University of Michigan's commitment to foster campus understanding of factors that foster and inhibit making diversity an intellectually challenging and broadening experience for all student groups in the campus community. MSS data have been used in court cases including the U.S. Supreme Court. Nine doctorate dissertations have resulted from the study.
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