Diversity Calendar
At Westchester Community College we take pride in the rich diversity represented throughout the College. Each member of our community brings life experiences, cultural influences and uniqueness that enhances the WCC experience. It is with that rich experience in mind that we invite you to learn and celebrate diversity with us.
Here you will find information on upcoming and ongoing cultural celebrations as well as events that educate, engage and celebrate our diversity. Feel free to join us.
January Events
Beyond Westchester: Each month participants visit another country via the life experience of one of our very own international students. These presentations are paired with free lunch with as close to authentic food as possible.
February Events
Black History Month (BHM) celebrates the rich cultural, historical and political contributions of the African diaspora. Annually, BHM features events that can range from opening dinner with a keynote speaker, panel discussions, film screenings, cultural performances and much more. Learn more about our 2019 BHM Calendar here.
March Events
Women’s History Month honors American women of distinction and achievement. At Westchester Community College events and presentations are offered by faculty that also include topics of diversity and social justice. The theme for 2018 is: Nevertheless She Persisted-Women Who Fight All Forms of Discrimination Against Women
April Events
Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month is when WCC celebrates and promotes awareness of Asian & Pacific Island culture and history
May Events
Lavender Graduation is an annual ceremony conducted to honor lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and ally students and acknowledge their achievements and contributions to the WCC.
June Events
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride Month) is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots in Manhattan
July Events
National Foreign Language Month
August Events
Women’s Equality Pay Day
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
September Events
Latin American Heritage Month (LAHM) strives to increase awareness about Latin American histories, identities, cultures, accomplishments and contemporary issues. From September 15 to October 15, the LAHM committee works closely with members of the campus and the surrounding community to celebrate as well as address issues that affect Latin American cultures, within the United States and on-campus.
October Events
National Coming Out Day-marks the anniversary of the 1987 March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights
Social Justice Day-Westchester Community College Faculty from across disciplines will lecture, conduct workshops, and hold panel discussions around the theme of Social Justice WCC Drag Show- held the last Thursday in October, the college community comes together to support the creative expression and celebration of identity National Disabilities Awareness Month
Social Justice Day-Westchester Community College Faculty from across disciplines will lecture, conduct workshops, and hold panel discussions around the theme of Social Justice WCC Drag Show- held the last Thursday in October, the college community comes together to support the creative expression and celebration of identity National Disabilities Awareness Month
November Events
National American Indian Heritage Month
Veterans Day
Veterans Day
December Events
Universal Human Rights Month
On Going Diversity Initiatives:
- Crossroads Intersectionality Series– discussion based event exploring identities and their intersections
- Viking Ally Safe Zone Training-Learning Experiences about being an ally within and to the many identities under the LGBT umbrella.
- Black & Hispanic Male Initiative- designed to support male students of color in achieving a better educational outcome at Westchester Community College and beyond.