Past Events

Need to find a space to "zen" out and study for finals? Join OMA for our fall 2019 Study Jams! The Office of Multicultural Affairs will be hosting our bi-annual pre-final program Study Jams Monday, December 9th from 12:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Umoja House. Study Jams provides all students an opportunity to relax, study with tutors, participate in relaxation activities, and enjoy an amazing meal before finals begin. The following activities will be happening:Program Hours: 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Restorative Yoga*: 1:30 PM-2:45 PM (To sign up, click HERE)Free 10 Minute Massages: 2:30 PM-5:30 PM (To sign up, stop the OMA suite or the day of at the Umoja House)Breakfast for Dinner: 6:00 PM-7:30 PM (served by Staff & Faculty)

In higher education, it is easy for the administration to bring in minority students and put them on their website as impressive statistics. However, this can make these students feel like a number or a commodity when they realize that they do not fit in well with the other majority groups. This real talk discussion will focus on this feeling of the imposter syndrome and what institutions can do to include minority groups based on merit and the types of resources they can provide to help these students fell welcomed and honored for their achievements.

We’re getting together one last time before heading home - join your Lehigh Alumni, current students and other members of the Lehigh community for an evening of food, fun, and fellowship! Dress Attire: Come as you are! Students are welcome! Students are free, just register at go.lehigh.edu/umojacelebration Faculty, Staff, Alums and Friends of the Umoja House please register at umoja.lehigh.edu/register There are two tiers that include "The Vibe" Celebratory Party to choose from: All-Inclusive Package - $55.00 (Includes Welcome Registration, Umoja Breakfast, Tailgating, "The Vibe" Celebratory Party and a commemorative T-Shirt)"The Vibe" Umoja Celebratory Party Only - $40.00

Fall 2019 marks a significant time at Lehigh University as we honor the 30th anniversary of the Umoja House residential community. Through a series of events, we commemorate this milestone year, embracing our theme of "Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future", while preserving the meaning of why this space exists at Lehigh University. For 30 years, Umoja - which means “unity” in Swahili, has fostered a community of student residents and leaders through a shared exploration of diversity and multiculturalism. This community has been a beacon, a destination, a safe-space that unifies and develops student advocates to pursue greater knowledge both academically and socially. To register for the Umoja House celebratory tailgate, please visit umoja.lehigh.edu.