When Michael Eatman, Director of the Office of Intercultural Relations (OIR), began working in 2006, he was excited. And with good reason. Since his placement, Eatman and Student Development have been working hard to develop a solid intercultural program. They have changed the name from multicultural to intercultural in order to, according to Eatman, “reach [...]
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Black Friday: Does Shopping Affect Your Soul?
Thanksgiving marks family get-togethers, turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and a day to enjoy with friends and family. Now, it is paired with another day: Black Friday. When Thanksgiving ends, Black Friday begins the Christmas shopping season with millions of Americans heading to stores that open up as early as midnight Thanksgiving Day’s night. Black Friday [...]
Drum Circle in the RCF
The drum circle thumped and thumped with every participant playing some sort of instrument, from djembes to shakers to giant drums. The exercise was designed to be an example of music therapy being used to lower stress levels. Jaine Merrit asked students whether their stress levels were lowered, with an affirming yes. Today in the [...]
Sabor Latino: SAU celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
On Wednesday, Oct. 13, Spring Arbor University students, faculty and staff celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month. The “Sabor Latino” or “Latin flavor” fiesta took place in the Fireside Lounge in the Kresge Student Center. The event featured Hispanic food, decoration and dancing. Roxanna Matos opened the event, speaking on the benefits of supporting a multi-cultural atmosphere [...]
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