Finding a Sense of Belonging

Kerra Russell Author

10/15/2021 Added

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This session will discuss how students can find a sense of belonging at the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center, through OASIS, and diverse student organizations.

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[00:00:01.060]Welcome to Finding a Sense of Belonging
[00:00:03.140]with the Office of Academic Success
[00:00:05.030]and Intercultural Services, also known as OASIS.
[00:00:10.740]I will not read the entire statement
[00:00:13.310]due to the sake of time,
[00:00:14.470]but what a land grant acknowledgement does
[00:00:16.490]is pay respect to indigenous people
[00:00:19.090]by recognizing where they came from
[00:00:21.810]and affirming who they are today
[00:00:23.410]so please pause and read through this acknowledgements.
[00:00:30.360]In OASIS, we want students to understand
[00:00:32.630]that your success is important to us.
[00:00:34.940]Our office is dedicated around
[00:00:36.750]helping students be successful.
[00:00:38.840]The Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
[00:00:40.360]is a home away from home where students can be themselves,
[00:00:43.490]no matter what your identity is.
[00:00:45.650]Although we emphasize certain populations,
[00:00:48.130]all students are welcome at OASIS.
[00:00:52.140]Our first pillar is academic excellence
[00:00:54.660]and study skills play a large role in your success.
[00:00:57.510]So OASIS creates spaces and provides resources
[00:01:00.630]to make sure students don't fall behind academically.
[00:01:04.020]Students can utilize tutoring services at Study Studio,
[00:01:08.100]virtually and in person during the week,
[00:01:11.270]peer mentors are also available to assist students,
[00:01:14.400]helping with homework, knowing what professor's
[00:01:16.850]expectations are or reading and understanding a syllabus.
[00:01:21.160]In collaboration with our campus partners
[00:01:23.300]we honor students in our program at the academic excellence
[00:01:26.340]and graduation reception, to acknowledge the hard work
[00:01:29.320]and dedication put into your academics.
[00:01:34.400]Our second pillar is social engagement,
[00:01:37.280]and whether it's at the OASIS Kickoff,
[00:01:39.370]which is a welcome back celebration
[00:01:40.900]for students to engage in cultural celebrations,
[00:01:43.850]hearing about leadership opportunities at Lunch and Learn
[00:01:47.240]or Stop, Serve and Mingle, where students can meet
[00:01:50.080]new people while working on arts and crafts
[00:01:52.450]for local nonprofits.
[00:01:54.100]There are numerous ways to be socially engaged.
[00:01:57.590]Students become aware of opportunities
[00:01:59.400]for growth across campus and how to join communities
[00:02:02.730]with people you can relate to.
[00:02:04.620]No matter what your background or identity,
[00:02:07.100]there's something for everyone at UNL
[00:02:12.430]OASIS scholars enrolled in the Student Success Seminar
[00:02:15.210]are invited to the Oasis Welcome,
[00:02:17.350]where they meet staff, mentors, other first year students,
[00:02:20.900]and learn more about program requirements.
[00:02:23.680]For students who are not already connected
[00:02:25.470]to the Student Success program,
[00:02:27.610]you can submit an interest form
[00:02:29.660]or be referred to our program via our website,
[00:02:33.310]letting us know that you'd be interested in participating.
[00:02:38.330]Our third and final pillar is diversity awareness
[00:02:40.930]and studies show that students were better
[00:02:43.000]in a diverse environment.
[00:02:44.760]OASIS is a brave space where every voice can be heard
[00:02:47.550]specifically Dish it Up,
[00:02:49.340]which is an interactive weekly conversation
[00:02:52.260]where individuals can share their personal views,
[00:02:55.190]learn from others and engage in civil discussions
[00:02:58.050]concerning current events, topics affecting students at UNL
[00:03:02.850]and national and international happenings.
[00:03:05.920]Husker Dialogues is a mandatory event
[00:03:08.240]for first year students about promoting,
[00:03:10.090]respecting and understanding different perspectives.
[00:03:14.140]Oasis and JGMC Week celebrates the anniversary
[00:03:17.050]of our building with various events
[00:03:19.620]and our Cultural Heritage Month celebrations
[00:03:22.360]are the (indistinct) Heritage, Black History Month,
[00:03:26.070]Hispanic Heritage and Native American Heritage.
[00:03:28.930]It's where we collaborate with campus and community partners
[00:03:32.220]to host events significant to each culture.
[00:03:36.310]One of our larger events is the Stroller
[00:03:39.800]where fraternities and sororities
[00:03:41.700]compete against one another.
[00:03:43.480]In this short video, we'll give you a glimpse
[00:03:45.550]of what multicultural (indistinct) life is like at UNL.
[00:03:49.389](upbeat music)
[00:04:12.388](students shouting)
[00:04:16.315](upbeat music)
[00:05:25.893](students shouting)
[00:05:34.189](upbeat music)
[00:05:38.040]Lastly, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns,
[00:05:41.380]please don't hesitate to contact our office.
[00:05:44.200]Our staff are here to make sure
[00:05:45.720]you have the best experience possible.
[00:05:48.070]We look forward to seeing you on campus
[00:05:49.990]and hope you're looking forward to becoming a Husker.

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