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Connecting diverse peoples, programs and ideas to enhance student success! www.ocat.msu.edu

11/24/2025

Our holiday hours are here! Make sure to check before you stop by. 💚

11/05/2025

🍽✨ You’re invited to the 23rd Annual Unity Dinner hosted by the Office of Multicultural Enrichment and Advocacy (OMEA)!

Join us as we come together in community and celebration — a moment to share food, stories, and unity across cultures and identities. 💚

🗓 Thursday, November 27
🕛 12:00 PM
📍 Brody Hall Classrooms

Enjoy a delicious meal with kosher, halal, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.

This event is open to everyone — all are welcome, no exceptions or restrictions. 🌎✨

✅ RSVP using the link in our bio to reserve your spot!
📣 Spread the word and invite your friends — we can’t wait to see everyone there! 💚🤍

09/26/2025

Today is Michigan Indian Day (Act30 of 1974). It is a day recognized by the State of Michigan to acknowledge the meaningful contributions of Tribal Nations in what we now call Michigan.

Michigan is home to 12 federally recognized tribes.

08/25/2025

Pull up and show out, Spartans! 🎉 Join us for the MAGIC x CAMP Tailgate — a night of food, music, vibes, and community just for you. Whether you’re here for the game or just the good company, this is the place to be. 🏈✨

📍Holden Hall Courts | 🕟 Aug 29th @ 4:30PM
Let’s kick off the year together — strong, loud, and proud.

08/20/2025

🍂 Fall hours are here! 🍂

Starting August 25th, the Multicultural Center will be open and ready to welcome you back. Whether you’re stopping by for a program, to study, relax, or connect with friends—we’ve got the space for you.

⏰ Fall Hours:
➡️ Monday–Friday: 8 AM – 10 PM
➡️ Saturday: Closed
➡️ Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM

Make the MCC your home away from home this semester. 💚

08/11/2025

🎉📚 Spartans, it’s time to kick off the semester in style!

Join us at the Fall Welcome Festival 🌟 — an afternoon full of fun, music, games, and a chance to connect with awesome campus orgs and new friends.

🗓 Saturday, Aug. 23
🕐 1–5 PM
📍 Student Services Building Courtyard & Grounds

✅ Make sure to stop by and say hi to the OMEA staff — we can’t wait to welcome you back and help you find your place at MSU! 💚

Bring your friends, your energy, and your Spartan spirit — let’s make this semester unforgettable! 💚🤍

07/13/2025

✨ Meet the MAGIC 2025 Peer Assistants! ✨

Here to mentor, support, and lead our incoming MSU students as they start their journey! 💚📚

They’ll be your go-to guides for:
💬 Building connections
🎯 Leading activities
📍 Sharing campus resources
🌟 Inspiring leadership

Let’s give a warm Spartan welcome to the heart of MAGIC 💚🪄✨!

03/18/2025

Spartans, let’s learn, gather, and grow together.

Join us for a powerful evening of conversations and community as we explore Indigenous food, stories, and the recipes that carry generations.

ROOTS & RECIPES isn’t just about what’s on your plate—it’s about what feeds your spirit.

March 21 📅

6-8PM ⏰

📍 MSU Multicultural Center

Free food 🥘 . Real Connections 🙏🏾. Spartan family. You in? 💚🤍

03/17/2025

🔥 SPARTANS, LISTEN UP 🔥

Want to make a real impact, build your leadership skills, and rep your Spartan pride while supporting incoming Spartans? 👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿

Become a MAGIC 2025 Peer Assistant with the Office of Multicultural Enrichment and Advocacy 💚✨

✅ Be the mentor you wish you had
✅ Build lifelong connections
✅ Lead, mentor, & thrive with the next gen of Spartans
✅ Put that charisma & campus knowledge to work!

🗓 Deadline: March 28, 2025

📲 Apply now at https://ocat.msu.edu/magic-peer-assistants/

Tag a friend who NEEDS to see this 👀👇

02/25/2025

✨ The MAGIC is REAL! ✨ You didn’t just come to Michigan State to survive—you came to THRIVE! And the Maximizing Academic Growth in College (MAGIC) 2024 fam is proving just that. 📚💡

🔥 37 students (18%) secured that PERFECT 4.0!
💪🏽 60 students (30%) leveled up with a 3.5-3.99!
📈 45 students (22%) held strong with a 3.0-3.49!
📚 41 students (20%) stayed in the game with a 2.0-2.99!
⚡ 20 students (10%) are pushing through—because the comeback is always stronger!

💥 70% of the MAGIC 24 squad secured a 3.0+ this semester! This is what excellence looks like when we show up, support each other, and make space in rooms not built for us. ✊🏽🏛️

📊 Check out the infographic for a detailed breakdown of our cohort’s academic achievements and the names behind the MAGIC 🪄💫! Let these MAGIC 2024 Students serve as proof that with the right mindset, resources, and community, success is within reach! 🚀

Thank you to all of our partners who contributed to MAGIC and our Students’ success ♥️

Drop a 🪄💫 if you’re making MAGIC this semester!

02/16/2025

🚨🚨🚨Big Reveal🚨🚨🚨

Soulful Connections* is *coming this Friday* and it’s part of our Cultural Cuisines and Connections Series!

🔥💫 Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Multicultural Center starting at 6 PM!

We’re diving into the rich history of Soul Food, building connections, and vibing with resources from Our Black Caucuses on campus.

Plus, we’ve got prizes and giveaways to keep the energy high! 🏆 Trust us, this is *the* event you don’t want to miss. Be there or hear about it later—either way, it’s going to be lit. 🖤

02/11/2025

Our Cultural Cuisines and Connection Series is BACK 🚨‼️

🌿🍽️ This Friday at 6 PM, come vibe with us at the **Multicultural Center** for **Roots and Recipes**! 🌍✨

We’re honoring Native and Indigenous cultures by exploring the rich flavors and stories behind their traditional cuisines. 🍲💫 This isn’t just about food—it’s about learning, connecting, and celebrating the histories and legacies that have shaped these communities for centuries.

Let’s break bread together and dive deep into the roots of Native culture through community, history, and food. 🍃🌶 Join us to experience food that connects, educates, and empowers.

Address

Student Services Bldg, 556 E Cir Drive, Rm #339
East Lansing, MI
48824

Telephone

+15173537745

Website

http://www.ocat.msu.edu/

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