2023 Native American Heritage Month Events

Native American Heritage Month Silver Screen Social
November 30th | 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | LJSU Theater

Join IISS and Sustain Coastal for a captivating cinematic journey & discussion that explores the rich heritage of Native American cultures and highlights the importance of sustainability. We will be viewing Necessity Part One: Oil, Water, & Climate Resistance and Necessity Part Two: Climate Justice & the Thin Green Line. 

2023 November Events

Luminating Legacy: Transgender Day of Remembrance
November 28th, 29th, and 30th | 12:30 - 4 p.m. | LJSU Rotunda

Join IISS & Women’s and Gender Studies in honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance by giving tribute to trans lives lost to violence with a walkthrough memorial. Take the ally pledge to advocate for equality, raise awareness, and help build an inclusive campus community.

2023 December Events

Inclusive Creations: Interfaith Holiday Party
December 4th | 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. | LJSU Rotunda

Join IISS as we celebrate all of the winter holidays! We will have cookies, hot cocoa, and warm apple cider, along with crafts - wreath making, ornament painting, and canvas creations. Celebrate the spirit of unity and joy! Embrace the diversity of our community and share the festive cheer with friends from all walks of life.

2023 Fall IISS Graduate Recognition Events

Lavender Graduation and Brunch 
December 11th | 11 a.m. | LeForce Suite (Room 207), HTC Center

The Lavender Graduation is hosted by the Intercultural and Inclusions Student Services Office as a cultural celebration that recognizes and acknowledges the achievements and contributions of LGBTQIA+ students of all backgrounds. Students interested in participating in this event can submit the registration https://bit.ly/Fall23LavGradReg.

Donning of the Kente Ceremony and Reception
December 11th | 5:30 p.m. | LJSU Theater

The Kente Ceremony is hosted by the Intercultural and Inclusions Student Services Office to honor and recognize our outstanding Black graduates on the accomplishment of completing their degree and will also be welcoming them into the Black Alumni Chapter at CCU. Reception immediately following the ceremony in the Lib Jackson Student Union Rotunda. Students interested in participating in this event can submit the registration https://bit.ly/Fall23Kente. 

Email iiss@coastal.edu or call 843.349.2749 if you have any questions. A formal RSVP for both events will be shared at the beginning of November 2023.