Diversity & Inclusion

Digital Diversity

Spring 2013 Digital Diversity

This semester Diversity and Inclusion is launching a new digital diversity campaign. Tweet Ups will be used to engage students at various locations on and off campus. Dr. Lora will send out a tweet about 15-30 minutes before the scheduled tweet up. Once the tweet is seen by students then the students meet Dr. Lora at the disclosed location. Once at the location the students and Dr. Lora will discuss and tweet about that month's topic.

January Tweet Up Topic: The Legacy of Dr. King

February Tweet Up Topic: Celebrating Black History

March Tweet Up Topic: Exploring Gender and Society

April Tweet Up Topic: Creating an Inclusive Campus through Awareness

FALL 2012

Help to foster an inclusive campus by showing how you value diversity!

Participate in our digital diversity campaigns. A digital diversity campaign involves spreading appreciation of members on our campus and in our surrounding community. Our Twitter contests are one of our digital diversity campaigns.

Week 11: November 26-December 2, 2012 Twitter contest -Describe your TSU journey

Being away from home can be a challenge. Consider your journey the past semester and examine your growth. Write a tweet noting #MyTSUjourney to share what you have learned this semester, how you have grown, or some unexpected things you learned about yourself or those around you as we consider the concepts of diversity and inclusion on our campus. Remember, use the #TarletonDiversity hash tag to be entered to win our weekly Twitter contests. You may also consider any earlier prompts you find pertinent or interesting -- so do not hesitate to scroll down and dive in!

Winners announced each Monday morning! Prizes can be claimed in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion office, room 21 of Thompson Student Center.

Week 10: Thanksgiving Break

Week 9: November 12 - November 18, 2012 Twitter contest - Hunger & Homeless Awareness Prompt

The National Coalition for the Homeless noted, in 2003, children under the age of 18 accounted for 39% of the homeless population; 42% of these children were under the age of five (National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty, 2004). This week we explore the diverse experiences of those facing food and shelter needs.
See our week-long Hunger & Homeless Awareness activities and help us raise awareness (and much-needed food/funds) for those with food and shelter needs in our society. Consider the resources in our community, the needs of our community, programs, and awareness-raising techniques of organizations like ComeEat as you tweet. This week we also have a specific hash tag: #hhawtsu. Remember, to also use the #TarletonDiversity hash tag to be entered to win our weekly Twitter contests.

You may also consider any earlier prompts you find pertinent or interesting -- so don't hesitate to scroll down and dive in!

Winners announced each Monday morning! Prizes can be claimed in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion office, room 21 of Thompson Student Center.

Week 8: November 5 - November 11, 2012 Twitter contest - Spoken Word Poetry Prompt

This week we have our FIRST Office of Diversity and Inclusion Spoken Word Poetry Open Mic event. We believe poetry (especially spoken word poetry) is a great way to share ideas, listen to others, and think outside of our own experiences. This week we encourage you to tweet about Spoken Word Poetry! Remember, use the #TarletonDiversity hash tag to be entered to win our weekly Twitter contests. If you don't know about this creative vocal art, consider exploring sites like Project VOICE. We hope to see you Wednesday, November 7th from 12-1 at the amphitheater between TSC and the dining hall to hear some of your friends, classmates, and neighbors express themselves during our open mic event.

You may also consider any earlier prompts you find pertinent or interesting -- so don't hesitate to scroll down and dive in!

Winners announced each Monday morning! Prizes can be claimed in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion office, room 21 of Thompson Student Center.

Week 7: October 29-November 4, 2012 Twitter Contest - Domestic Abuse Awareness Prompt

Find and share the resources in your area to help victims of domestic abuse as part of this week's digital diversity prompt. If you cannot find local resources, consider sharing your ideas on what SHOULD be locally available and why. Remember, use the #TarletonDiversity hash tag to be entered to win our weekly Twitter contests. Need more information? Consider the Presidential Proclamation found here or click on more information found at the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence website.

You may also consider any earlier prompts you find pertinent or interesting -- so don't hesitate to scroll down and dive in!

Winners announced each Monday morning! Prizes can be claimed in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion office, room 21 of Thompson Student Center.

Week 6: October 22-28, 2012 Twitter Contest - Diversity & The Job Search Prompt

This week we consider the job search. From researching companies, to applying, interviewing, negotiating, and beginning a new job--issues of diversity and inclusion in the workforce play a large role in our futures. What policies do we need? Which do we agree with? What kind of company would we like to be employed with? How do we handle tough (or even inappropriate or illegal) interview questions?

Tweet about it this week and consider attending our Diversity & The Job Search Luncheon on Wednesday October 24 from 12-1 in TSC as we partner with Career Services to explore these issues. Simply share your thoughts with others using the #TarletonDiversity hash tag to be entered into our weekly contest!

Winners announced each Monday morning! Prizes can be claimed in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion office, room 21 of Thompson Student Center.

Week 5: October 15-21, 2012 Twitter Contest - Homecoming Prompt

As we celebrate homecoming week, consider the best elements of "coming home" and the traditions you have with your family. As we learn one another's traditions, cultures, and home life we grow! See the full Tarleton Homecoming Schedule to enjoy this week's activities. Share your thoughts with others using the #TarletonDiversity hash tag to be entered into our weekly contest!

This week's winner will get a NEW Office of Diversity and Inclusion mug!

Winners are announced every Monday morning! Winners should come to the Office of Diversity and Inclusion office to claim prizes!

Week 4: October 8-14, 2012 Twitter Contest - Life at the Fair Prompt

Chose your direction this week! As the Office of Diversity and Inclusion's own group, the Multicultural Ambassadors, travel to the State Fair we issue this week's prompt: Remember, use #TarletonDiversity in your tweet to be entered into our weekly contest.

What cultural attractions do you find entertaining (and educational!) at the State Fair? Is it the Chinese Lantern Festival, the Texas Star landmark, the food, music, the Girl Scout Cookie giveaways, or the adorable animals in the Children's Barnyard? Share your thoughts on the cultural world of the Texas State Fair!

Weekly winners are announced every Monday morning!

Week 3: October 1-7, 2012 Twitter Contest- Exploring the World Around Us Prompts

Choose from two topics to tweet about this week. Remember, use #TarletonDiversity in your tweet to be entered into our weekly contest.

How can you be more understanding of perspectives that are different from your own?
OR
How do world issues affect you?

Weekly winners are announced every Monday morning!

Week 2: September 24-30, 2012 Twitter Contest- Vaquero Prompt or Study Abroad Prompt

WIN A "diversiTy" T-SHIRT!

Choose from two topics to tweet about this week!

Tweet about where you would travel if you could study abroad anywhere and why you would go there! Consider attending the Study Abroad Fair on Thursday, September 27 in the Thompson Student Center Ballroom from 11-2.
OR
Tweet your thoughts as we continue celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Explore information about the Vaquero here. Then post a tweet about what you learned about Hispanic Heritage, Texas history, or your general thoughts overall.  Use #TarletonDiversity in your tweet.

Week 1: September 17-23, 2012 Twitter Contest - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Prompt

WIN A "diversiTy" T-SHIRT!

Tweet your thoughts as we begin Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 -October 15)! Share how you will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month or review the National Hispanic American Heritage Site and share your thoughts about the amazing images, news, and information you find there. Use #TarletonDiversity in your tweet.

Will you attend the Office of Diversity and Inclusion's Street Dance and Food Festival in the Dining Pavilion on October 3, 2012 from 4-6 p.m. as we celebrate? Let us know on Twitter!

Dive into Digital Diversity!

Find us on Facebook, our Blog, or follow us on Twitter (@diversityTSU) where you can participate in our social media and digital diversity campaigns, including Twitter Contests!

To participate in our Twitter Contests, be sure you use #TarletonDiversity in your tweet. We will select a winner at the end of the week by randomly drawing from all #TarletonDiversity posts! Winners will be notified via Twitter. Prizes can be claimed in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, located in Thompson Student Center room 21.