Hendrix Office of Community & Belonging

Hendrix Office of Community & Belonging The Hendrix Office of Community & Belonging creates spaces where students, faculty, staff, and partners feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

We cultivate community, culture and connection across campus and beyond. Culture + Connection= Community Where culture + connection= community

🌺 May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 🌺This month, the Office of Community and ...
05/07/2026

🌺 May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 🌺

This month, the Office of Community and Belonging is proud to celebrate the vibrant histories, cultures, traditions, voices, and contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. From art and literature to activism, innovation, music, storytelling, and cultural traditions, AANHPI communities have profoundly shaped our nation and continue to inspire generations.

As we celebrate, we also encourage our campus community to move beyond acknowledgment and toward intentional support:
-Learn the history
-Support AANHPI artists, authors, creators, and businesses
-Amplify voices and stories
-Engage in meaningful conversations
-Challenge stereotypes and anti-Asian hate
-Celebrate the beauty and diversity within AANHPI communities

Swipe through to learn more about the history of AANHPI Heritage Month and discover ways you can engage, support, and celebrate throughout May.

The Office of Community and Belonging recognizes April as both Arab American Heritage Month and Genocide Awareness Month...
04/01/2026

The Office of Community and Belonging recognizes April as both Arab American Heritage Month and Genocide Awareness Month.

Arab American Heritage Month invites us to celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Arab Americans and Arabic speaking communities across the United States.

Genocide Awareness Month calls us to pause, reflect, and honor the lives lost to past and ongoing genocides, while recommitting ourselves to awareness, education, and collective responsibility.

As we witness continued violence and humanitarian crises in the Middle East, Congo, Sudan, and beyond, this moment is especially important for our campus community to remain informed, compassionate, and engaged.

Where culture and connection meet, community grows. We invite you to learn, reflect, and stand in solidarity this month.

03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

Today we celebrate a day rooted in Irish history, culture, and heritage. March 17 marks the traditional date of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and over the centuries the day has grown into a global celebration of Irish pride, resilience, and community.

Across the world, people honor the day by wearing green, sharing traditional foods like corned beef and cabbage, soda bread, and shepherd’s pie, enjoying music and dance, and learning more about Ireland’s rich cultural traditions. The shamrock, one of the most recognized symbols of the holiday, is connected to the story of St. Patrick using it to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity.

However you choose to celebrate today through food, music, community gatherings, or simply learning something new about Irish heritage, we hope your day is filled with joy and good company.

Today we are wishing you all the luck of the Irish.

Learn more by watching this quick "Did you know?"

Women’s History Month is a time to honor the brilliance, courage, leadership, innovation, and everyday impact of women a...
03/03/2026

Women’s History Month is a time to honor the brilliance, courage, leadership, innovation, and everyday impact of women across the globe. From trailblazers who reshaped history to the changemakers shaping our present and future, we recognize the power of women’s voices, stories, and contributions in every space.

We are especially excited to celebrate the incredible women in our Hendrix community, our students, faculty, staff, alumnae, and partners who lead with purpose, advocate with heart, and inspire excellence daily. Your scholarship, service, creativity, and commitment to community make Hendrix stronger.

This month, we will uplift stories, host meaningful moments, and create space to reflect, learn, and celebrate together.

Here’s to honoring the past, energizing the present, and shaping a more equitable future together.

Black Excellence Week is almost here — and we are bringing the joy, the culture, the connection, and the vibes. Join the...
02/19/2026

Black Excellence Week is almost here — and we are bringing the joy, the culture, the connection, and the vibes.

Join the Hendrix Students for Black Culture and College Office of Community and Belonging as we celebrate Black Joy & Resilience February 23–27, 2026. This week is about honoring legacy, amplifying culture, and creating space for community in all its brilliance.

Here’s what’s on deck:

🎨 Monday (2/23) – Sisters in Solidarity: Paint & Sip | 6:00 PM | Worsham
🎬 Tuesday (2/24) – OCB Movie Night | 6:30 PM | SLTC Burrow
🎤 Wednesday (2/25) – Students for Black Culture: Family Feud Game Night | 7:30 PM | Mills B
🎶 Thursday (2/26) – OCB Music Battle | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM | SLTC Burrow
🎙️ Friday (2/27) – Open Mic Night hosted by DJ Ally | 7:00 PM | Worsham

Whether you’re painting, debating the greatest anthem of all time, competing in Family Feud, or stepping up to the mic — there is space for you.

Check the OCB Instagram for voting links and Open Mic sign-ups.
Let’s show up. Let’s celebrate. Let’s honor the excellence.

🌙✨ Ramadan Mubarak ✨🌙The Office of Community and Belonging extends warm wishes to all who are observing this sacred mont...
02/18/2026

🌙✨ Ramadan Mubarak ✨🌙

The Office of Community and Belonging extends warm wishes to all who are observing this sacred month. May this season of fasting, reflection, prayer, and community bring renewed strength, deep peace, and abundant joy.

As we celebrate the richness of our campus community, we honor the spiritual practices that ground, guide, and sustain so many among us. Wishing you a Ramadan filled with light, compassion, and meaningful connection. 💛

🧧✨ Happy Lunar New Year — Year of the Horse! ✨🐎The Office of Community and Belonging extends warm wishes to all who are ...
02/17/2026

🧧✨ Happy Lunar New Year — Year of the Horse! ✨🐎

The Office of Community and Belonging extends warm wishes to all who are celebrating. As we enter the Year of the Horse—a symbol of strength, determination, energy, and forward movement—we celebrate the courage to pursue dreams boldly and the resilience to keep going.

May this new year bring prosperity, good health, meaningful connection, and fresh beginnings. Here’s to a year of momentum, purpose, and collective progress.

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02/10/2026

Tonight’s MLK event was nothing short of powerful. Dr. Ryan Davis opened with a deeply moving prayer that centered us in reflection and intention. Reverend Shantell Hinton then delivered a message filled with wisdom, truth, and hope—offering words that will sustain us in these challenging and uncertain times.

One message that continues to resonate:
“After the ash, must come resurrection.”

A reminder of renewal, resilience, and the promise that even in moments of loss or struggle, restoration is possible.

The Office of Community & Belonging was grateful to attend, support, and celebrate alongside our community. We are especially thankful to Student for Black Culture and the Department of Religious Life for hosting such a meaningful and affirming event.








The Office of Community & Belonging is excited to celebrate a month dedicated to honoring Black history, legacy, culture...
02/09/2026

The Office of Community & Belonging is excited to celebrate a month dedicated to honoring Black history, legacy, culture, and excellence.

Tonight’s event is hosted by Student for Black Culture, in collaboration with the Office of Religious Life. We are grateful to support their vision and leadership as they kick off a meaningful month of reflection and community.

Be sure to stay tuned to our social media pages and keep an eye out for additional events happening throughout the month.

📅 Save the Dates:
• Black Excellence Week: February 23–27
A week of collaborative programming featuring student groups and the Office of Community & Belonging.
• Open Mic Night: February 27
A space to uplift voices, creativity, and expression.

We’re proud to stand alongside our students and support the powerful work they continue to lead.

02/02/2026

February is Black History Month
National 2026 Theme: A Century of Black History Commemorations

This year marks 100 years of intentional Black history observances, rooted in the work of Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) and the vision of Carter G. Woodson. What began as Negro History Week has grown into a global tradition of remembrance, scholarship, and celebration.

At Hendrix College, the Office of Community & Belonging affirms that Black history is foundational to our work. Honoring the past, affirming the present, and working for a more inclusive future is paramount to a better tomorrow.

Call to Action | There are many ways to celebrate this month—for everyone, even if you are not part of the Black diaspora:
• Learn Black history—intentionally and accurately
• Acknowledge the contributions of people who identify as Black to the global fabric
• Support current events and initiatives (locally and across the nation)
• Support Black-owned businesses
• Support and uplift Black labor
• Encourage and honor Black rest, because rest is revolutionary

OCB in collaboration with several student groups have several events planned throughout February. Stay tuned to our social media and join us all month long.

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