Justin Borroto is a junior Marketing major from Plantation, Florida. Justin serves as the chair of MSA’s Unity Roundtable, a UM Alumni Ambassador, and the Assistant Public Relations Manager for the Distraction Magazine. Justin also serves as the president of La Federación de Estudiantes Cubanos.

Deandre Drummer is a freshman Bio Chemistry major from Chicago, Illinois. He is a P100, member of UBS, a Hammond Scholar, and an Inspire U mentor.

Suzette Ikejiani is a sophomore Exercise Physiology major from Miami, Florida. You may recognize Suzette from STORM Dance Troupe, where she serves as the current president. In addition, she is the corresponding secretary for the United Black Students and a Hammond Scholar.

Each year the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs sponsors Horizons for incoming African, Hispanic, Asian, and Native American students. Horizons is an orientation program designed to assist new multicultural students in their transition to the University of Miami. Horizons introduces new freshmen to our diverse community and provides them with an opportunity to meet and interact with new and returning students. Participants will also meet faculty and administrators who will discuss some of the academic, personal and social adjustment issues that you may experience. This year, MSA is excited to introduce its new Horizons Coordinators!

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In Remembrance of Trayvon Martin: Featuring Quraysh Ali Lansana

February 26th at 7:30PM

Multicultural Student Affairs, United Black Students, and the Creative Writing Program present “In Remembrance of Trayvon Martin: Featuring Quraysh Ali Lansana” on Febrary 26th at 7:30PM in the Oasis Deli. This event will reflect upon the death of Trayvon Martin as a symbol for the many innocent people who have fallen to senseless violence. This event will include visuals, and spoken word from UM students. To learn more about, Quraysh Ali Lansana visit www.poetryfoundation.org/bio/quraysh-ali-lansana. For more information or a complete calendar of Black Awareness Month events, visit www.miami.edu/msa or www.facebook.com/umiami.ubs.

Opening DoorsFebruary 28th at 6:30PM

Join Multicultral Student Affairs, the Toppel Career Center, and the Committee on Student Organizations for “Opening Doors” on February 28th at 6:30PM in the BankUnited Center Multipurpose Room. Opening Doors is an opportunity for student organizations to network exclusively with employers. Student groups and centers of excellence on campus will have booths to showcase their organization and how they serve the University of Miami community. These groups will compete for up to $2,000 in professional development scholarship prizes, sponsored by Target Corporation. For more information, contact Veronica Soto at veronica@miami.edu.

Meet the 2013 Horizons Coordinators

Keeping you updated on MSA, campus events, and much more!

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Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Visit our website: facebook.com/msa.diversity @UM_MSA www.miami.edu/msa

Minority Students Health Careers Motivation Program (MSHCMP)

Deadline: March 22nd

MSHCMP aims to build diversity in the health and allied health professions by providing students from underrepresented backgrounds an opportunity to develop the skills necessary to successfully compete for admission to schools in these fields. For more information or to apply visit www.miami.edu/motivationprogram.

$2,500 - $5,000 Available for a Study Aboard Opportunity at

Murdoch UniversityDeadline: April 15th

APPLY NOW!!! Only 2 scholarships will be awarded for the Fall 2013 semester. Go to www.miami.edu/studyabroad. Select my study abroad and then, click on scholarships. For more information, contact Lisa Aradeon at 305-284-3434 or l.aradeon@miami.edu.

Campus Involvement Opporunities

What’s Going On!

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Softball TournamentDeadline: March 19th

Registration is now open for the intramural softball tournament! The deadline to sign up is March 19th. A $20 fee per team is due at the time of registration. The event will take place on March 23rd at 10:00am. To sign up, go to room 210 of the Herbert Wellness Center.

Sand Volleyball LeaguesDeadline: February 26th

Can you dig it? Then sign up for the intramural sand volleyball leagues! The deadline to register is February 26th. A $40 refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. To sign up, go to room 210 of the Herbert Wellness Center.

Softball Officials TrainingTraining: February 26th - 28th

Want to earn some extra cash but don’t have any experience and need flexible hours? Then become an official for the intramural Softball League! Training will be held in the Herbert Wellness Center Classrooms February 26th – 28th at 7:00PM. (Note: you must attend the training session on February 26th or February 27th and the training session on January 28th).

Heath and Wellness

For more information on any of the following, call the intramural hotline at 305-284-8501 or e-mail tsoria@miami.edu.

Research, Creativity, and Innovation Forum

Deadline: March 4th

Submissions are being accepted from undergraduate students from across the University for the 2013 Undergraduate Research, Creativity, & Innovation Forum (RCIF). The RCIF will take place on April 3rd from 9:00AM - 12:00PM in the UC Ballrooms. The deadline for submissions is March 4th. For more information, call 305-284-5058 or visit www.miami.edu/ugr.

U.S. Student Fulbright Program: Information SessionMarch 6th at 6:00PM

Join Prestigious Awards and Fellowships for an info session on the Fullbright Program in Mahoney Master’s Apt. on March 6th at 6PM. This info session will cover the program basics, the application process, and will help students organize their proposals. For descriptions of the various grant programs visit www.us.fulbrightonline.org. For more information, contact prestigiousawards@miami.edu.

Mini Canes Recreational Sports Camp Job Opportunities

Deadline: March 8, 2013

If YOU enjoy working with children, love sports, and recreational activities such as games, arts & crafts and are willing to mentor for children ages 6-12…THEN Mini Canes Recreational Sports Camp wants YOU! Positions are available for Counselors, Facility Assistant, Swim Instructors, & Before Care and After Care Staff. Starting salaries are $9.40 for counselors, swim staff, and facilities; Before & After Care start at $8.00. For more information, visit the website for more information www.miami.edu/wellness/camp then look under job opportunities.

Have an event or interesting program you want to advertise to the university community? Submit your program to the Unity Newsletter. We welcome all submissions from any student organization, department, or office. Please visit www.miami.edu/msa and visit our publication page for more information.

ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORSDeadline: March 8th

Hey Seniors! Do you have something to say to your fellow graduates? If so, apply to be the speaker at your graduation ceremony. To download the undergraduate student speaker application, please visit the Office of Commencement at www.miami.edu/commencement.

Softball RegistrationDeadline: February 26th

SAFE!!! Bring it home this semester with the intramural softball league. The deadline to register is February 26th. A $40 refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. Don’t have a team? No problem! Just sign up as a free agent on the roster. The free agent meeting is on February 26th at 5:00PM. To sign up, go to room 210 of the Herbert Wellness Center.

Leveraging Linkedin For Your CareerMarch 6th at 12:00PM

Learn what Linkedin is, how it can be used as a resource, and how to be sure your profile makes you stand apart from other candidates. This event will take place in the Toppel Career Center. ** Bringing a laptop is encouraged** For more visit informationwww.miami.edu/toppel.

Did you know...

volleyball was invented in 1895.

For more information, visit www.did-you-knows.com.

Scholarships/Internships!

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Scholarship/Internship

ACC-IAC Creativity & Innovation Fellowship

Gilman International

Scholarship for Study Abroad

WrightChoice, Inc.

Summer 2013 Pre-Professional

Law Program

UK Summer Fulbright Institutes

Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship

Who is eligible? UM undergraduate students

U.S.Citizen, undergraduate student receiving the Pell grant

UM undergraduate students with a strong interest in law school

U.S. citizen; freshman and sophomores

active Phi Kappa Phi membership by 6/30/13; applied to enroll as a full time graduate student for next academic year

What are the required fields of study?

All fields All fields All fields All fields All fields

What is the total value of the scholarship/internship?

$3000-$5000 for well-developed, innovative project

up to $5,000 for study abroad

Students will receive $1,000 upon successful completion

cost of 3-6 week academic & cultural program in the U.K.

51 fellowships of $5000 each and 6 awards $15,000

Brief description of the scholarship/internship.

to support team-driven or individual projects, artistic endeavors, or research projects abroad

To financially support students who have been under-represented in study abroad programs

An elite experience for undergraduate minority students who are interested in the legal profession

9 specialized Summer Institutes for US citizens to learn about the United Kingdom

To support PKP honor society members entering their first year of graduate school

Is anything else provided?

no no Limited free housing opportunities

Round-trip airfare, tuition, room & board, social program & trips

no

What is the duration of the scholarship/internship?

project must be completed by August 15, 2013

Summer 2013 & Fall 2013/AY

8 weeks in the summer

three, four, or six-week programs

one time award

Where to apply or find more information?

miami.edu/awards iie.org/gilman wcprelawprogram.com

fulbright.org.uk miami.edu/awards

What is the deadline?

March 4th March 5th March 5th March 11th March 25th

Scholarship and Internship Opportunities

One of the goals of Multicultural Student Affairs is to provide resources on scholarships and internship opportunities for African, Hispanic, Asian and Native American students at the University of Miami. For more scholarship or internship opportunities, please visit www.miami.edu/msa or facebook.com/prestigiousawards.

The MSA Connection!

• Title: Associate Professor & Associate Chair, Department of Educational and Psychological Studies and Director, Community & Social Change Master’s Program, School of Education and Human Development; Faculty Master, Pearson Residential College

• Hometown: Seattle, WA

• Where did you attend college and/or graduate school and what was your field/fields of study: B.S. in Psychology from Howard University in 1990 and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, with a specialization in Community Psychology, from the University of Virginia in 1996.

• Research interest: Race, ethnicity, culture, mental health and the promotion of strengths in African American communities.

• Office Location: Merrick 311A

• One piece of advice you would give students: The primary goal of your undergraduate education should be learn how to critically evaluate knowledge. The primary goal of a graduate education is to learn how to produce knowledge. Diverse perspectives are critical for both, therefore, on your academic path seek to engage in multiple opportunities for critical analysis and the relevant production of knowledge .

• Favorite Quote: “Even in the helter-skelter skirmish that is my life, I have seen that the world is to the strong regardless of a little pigmentation more or less. No, I do not weep at the world—I am too busy sharpening my oyster knife.” - Zora Neale Hurston (1901 - 1960)

Each Unity Newsletter will feature a different faculty or staff member. This selection is designed for you to learn more about professional staff and faculty members on campus who can assist you in reaching your future goals. If you know a faculty or staff member you would like to see highlighted, please contact Jesse Ford at j.ford@miami.edu.

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Upcoming Events Get involved! There are so many great things to take advantage of!

February/March 2013

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

24 25 26UBS/MSA/CWP - In Remembrance of Trayvon Martin: Featuring Quraysh Ali Lansana7:00PM - Oasis Deli

FEC - General Body Mtg.6:30PM - UC Ballroom A

27ΣΓΡ - Male Appreciation Dinner6:30PM - School of Comm. Courtyard

ALAS - General Body Mtg.8:00PM - MM117

28MSA/TCC - Opening Doors6:00PM - BankUnited Center Multipurpose Room

SPE - General Body Mtg.8:00PM - UC 245

1CSA - General Body Mtg.5:30PM - Mahoney 104

UBS - Royal Heritage Ball7:00PM - Storer Auditorium

2 FEC - Jose Marti Day of Service 8:00AM - UC Rock

3 4FEC - Week of Cuban Culture Opening Ceremonies11:00AM - UC Rock

FBCP - General Body Mtg. 6:30PM -School of Comm. 4051

WHM - Opening Ceremonies7:00PM - UC Rock

5FEC - Azucan11:00AM - UC Rock

NABA - General Body Mtg.6:00PM - Hecht Classroom 101

UBS - General Body Mtg.7:00PM - UC I-Lounge

6FEC - Discover Cuba11:00AM - UC Rock

7 FEC - Cuban Carnival & Fashion Show11:00AM - UC Rock

PK - General Body Mtg.5:30PM - Eaton Classrooms

SPE - General Body Mtg.8:00PM - UC 245

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ACRONYM KEYALAS - Alliance of Latin American StudentsCWP - Creative Writing ProgramFBCP - Future Black Communication ProfessionalsFEC - Federación de Estudiantes CubanosMSA - Multicultural Student AffairsNABA - National Association of Black AccountantsΣΓΡ - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.SPC - SpectrUMTCC - Toppel Career CenterUBS - United Black StudentsWHM - Women History Month Committee

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were able to see discrimination firsthand. The tensions surrounding the provision of food and drinks continued to build. However, I was not shocked at how quickly emotions grew more intense! As the video of Jane Elliot’s discrimination experiment played, the attendees seemed just as shocked at how the children had internalized discriminatory codes against those outside of their race. This made the discussion with regard to the self-imposed discrimination of colorism resonate even further. We were truly able to gain a new perspective, focusing more so on the ways in which we have disadvantaged our own growth and success with the colorism phenomenons and the many solutions we can use to counter them.” - Suzette Ihejiani

“I felt the premise behind the Common Denominator event was nothing short of groundbreaking. The event began as “The Paper Bag Test” and theoretical techniques similar to the One-Drop Rule were used to separate attendees based on skin tone. As the Colorism phenomenon has become increasingly apparent in recent years, committee members for the event - representing United Black Students, Organization for Jamaican Unity, African Students Union, and Caribbean Student Association, felt the issue most certainly permeated all facets of the Black Experience. It was amazing to see the reactions of those that attended. Being forcibly separated from their peers, students

The MSA Spotlight: BAM Common Denominator Forum! Common Denominator took place on February 20th at 7:00PM in UC Ballroom A. This event was based on the reseach of Jane Elliot, American teacher, lecturer, diversity trainer, and recipient of the National Mental Health Association Award for Excellence in Education. Elliot created the famous “blue-eyed/brown-eyed” exercise, first done with grade school children in the 1960s, and which later became the basis for her career in diversity training. To learn more about Jane Elliot, visit her website at www.janeelliott.com.

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A Closer Look At BAM Common Denominator ForumStudent Reflections

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"I thought the event was great because it went in depth to show how discrimination and colorsim starts in someone's mindset and from there already has someone's potential and abilities beat" - Janae' Newman

"The Common Denominator made it evident that the problem of colorsim is damaging to both ends of the spectrum. I think it definitely put us all in the right mindset to unify and put color barriers and divisions behind us." - T'Jhana Lynn

“I thought the Common Dominator Forum was very interesting and the presentation allowed many of us to feel discrimination firsthand and gain insight into what we collectively have faced. I wish everyone could have the opportunity to experience something like this.”- Marthy Brave

“The United Black Students’ Common Denominator Forum was an engaging discussion on colorism within the African Diaspora. It furthered my awareness of the socially constructed nature of color castes, revealing to me that the issue extends beyond the Black community. It was rewarding to hear various students and faculty share their thoughts on an issue that is not directly addressed in our daily lives.” - Jarren Gary

BAM Day of Service really epitomized the goal of Black Awareness Month and the theme of UBS for the year. As a community this year, we focused on moving up and transcending our current role at the University. On our pursuit for betterment we thought it was essential to look to the next generation and pass on some of what we’ve learned. BAM Day of Service is always my favorite service day of the year because we get the opportunity to directly impact lives and that’s a feeling that cannot be explained.- Mischael Cetoute

A Closer Look At BAM Day of Service

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The MSA Spotlight: BAM Day of Service! Students volunteered at the Overtown Youth Community Center, where they hosted a tutoring session focused on preparation for the Florida’s Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) and a carnival for the participants with activities focused on Black history. This event is sponsored by MSA, UBS, and the Butler Center for Service and Leadership and it took place on February 23rd, 2013 at the Overtown Youth Center.

Student Reflections