Office of Multicultural Student Services
1010 Campus Drive,
FLITE Suite 159,
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 591-2617
[email protected]
Our department promotes the intellectual understanding and appreciation of diversity, inclusion and social justice by creating opportunities for learning and leadership development for our campus community.
In addition, we provide meaningful support to assist in the transition, retention and graduation of our underrepresented student populations.
For any of our events: If you have a disability and need assistance to attend, contact the OMSS at least 72 hours in advance at (231)591-2617 or [email protected] Ferris State University is an equal opportunity institution. For information on the University’s Policy on non-discrimination, visit www.ferris.edu/non-discrimination.
Upcoming Events
SEP18
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff
Robinson Quad, 3 pm
Come join us in the Robinson Quad to help Kickoff Hispanic Heritage Month; the first
100 people will receive free tacos from Los Mariscos de Pancho food truck! Live mariachi
singer and folklorico dancers will be performing; we hope to see you there!
SEP26
Word up! Spoken word event with Diatribe
Word up! Spoken word event with Diatribe from Grand Rapids. Join us on Thursday,
Sept. 26th for spoken poetry celebrating the Hispanic/Latino culture at the DEC Fireplace from
4 to 5 pm. We hope to see you there!
OCT08
Hispanic Film Night
Hispanic Film Night
IRC 120 from 6 to 9 pm
Light refreshments will be provided!
Join us for a movie night highlighting the Hispanic/Latino community and culture in
IRC 120; we hope to see you there!
OCT10
Baile (Dance) & Karaoke Contest
Baile (Dance) & Karaoke Contest
DEC Ballrooms, 6 to 9 pm
$100 Amazon Gift Card/Swag Bag for contest winners!
Join us for a dance and karaoke contest in the DEC ballrooms; light refreshments will
be provided. We hope to see you there!
Video Recording of 2024 Multicultural Student Graduation
Contact Information
General Information: [email protected] or (231) 591-2617
Marcia Alger:[email protected] or (231) 591-3525