NEWS + EVENTS 2022-2023

Taste of Nations

Jordan Hall of Science, Auditorium 

April 30, 2023

1:30-3:30pm

On April 30th CaribSA will host Taste of Nations! Food will be cooked by members of the Notre Dame community who hail from all over the world, including some members of MMSAND, and from local restaurants in South Bend!

MMSAND's ND Day 2023

April 25-26, 2023

MMSAND's Krispy Kreme Fundraiser

LaFortune Student Center, Elevator Lobby

April 14, 2023

1-4pm

MMSAND had their second annual Krispy Kreme Fundraiser on April 14th in the LaFortune Student Center Elevator Lobby. The club sold single donuts and boxes of a dozen donuts, many of which were taken during the three hour sale. MMSAND is looking forward to using the funds that were raised toward events for the 2023-2024 school year!

MMSAND Wins Club of the Year!

April 4, 2023

During its first year of eligibility, MMSAND has won the 2022-2023 CCC Club of the Year Award! The MMSAND board is so proud of all of the club members for being so amazing and for all of the amazing events that they have been able to put on throughout the year. MMSAND is looking forward to a great 2023-2024 and can't wait to see what they accomplish next!

MMSAND Appearance on the 2023 IRR Forum on Systemic Inclusion

Morris Inn, Smith Ballroom 

March 7, 2023

1-3pm

On March 7th, 2023 MMSAND’s Vice President, Matrika Franklin, represented MMSAND at The Initiative on Race and Resilience (IRR) Forum on Systemic Inclusion at the Smith Ballroom in the Morris Inn. Matrika gave an introduction on MMSAND and then answered questions alongside the other student representatives from the audience, including alum and faculty members, concerning how to increase involvement, inclusion, leadership, and sense of belonging among students that have been traditionally underrepresented at our Notre Dame Campus. Alongside MMSAND were student representatives from Diversity Council, Native American Student Association (NASAND), Latinx Student Association (LSA), South Asian Student Association (SASA), Black@ND, Student Government, and DreamND. 

Earthquake Fundraiser

LaFortune Student Center; Duncan Student Center

February 24, 2023

1-5pm; 2-5pm

On February 24, Arabic Club hosted their Earthquake Relief Fundraiser, which was cosponsored by MMSAND and MSA, to help with the multiple earthquakes that occurred in Turkey and Syria on February 6, 2023. Funds raised will help the 300,000+ people who were displaced by the earthquakes.

MMSAND Coffee House: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation - Black Identity within the Latine Community 

LaFortune Student Center, McNeill Room 

October 13, 2022

7-8pm

Brought to you by our Hispanic Heritage Month Committee, which is lead by Kirsten Bain-Williams, MMSAND's Coffee House: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation - Black Identity Within The Latine Community, was an informal  discussion event addressing what black identity is, our preconceived notions of black identity, and how can we be more aware of the black identify with the Latine—and Notre Dame—community as well. This event was open to everyone of all races and ethnicities with the invitation to sit down, join the conversation, and enjoy some coffee and snacks! 

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, MMSAND's Coffee House: Black Identity Within the Latine Community was an informative discussion on Afro-Latine identity and representation. The event was lead and organized by MMSAND's Hispanic Heritage Month Committee Head, Kirsten Bain-Williams. At the event, homemade Cuban coffee with condensed milk, empanadas, and Spanish pastries were served to the attendees. The slides for the event is shown on the right. 

MSA + MMSAND Joint Retreat

Bair Lake Bible Camp, MI

September 30, 2022 - October 1, 2022

5pm-4pm

On September 30, 2022, the Multiracial/Multiethnic Student Association of Notre Dame (MMSAND) and The Muslim Student Association (MSA) gathered to run their first joint retreat. In response to high interest, the retreat was opened to students of ALL YEARS. The retreat focused on bringing together undergraduate students from the tri-campus community at Notre Dame to have personal reflection on axes of intersectional identity, connecting cross-culturally, and spirituality. It was intended to serve as a time for students to get away from the bustle of school and take time to reflect on their experiences over the past semester. There was a turnout of 28 attendees total with students from the University of Notre Dame and St. Mary's College in attendance.

As this was a joint retreat between MMSAND and MSA, prayer was scheduled throughout the retreat. For students not participating in prayer, they were encouraged to sit, meditate, and reflect on a topic until the retreat transitioned into its next event. Retreat themes focused on: (1) navigating spirituality at Notre Dame, (2) authenticity and “uncovering” oneself, (3) the Monoracial Paradigm, and (4) connecting cross-culturally. There was a spirituality panel where upperclassmen from different religious backgrounds spoke about their own experiences with faith and spirituality with an emphasis on students raised in non-Catholic backgrounds. There were also Witness Talks, which were 10-20 minute speeches from club officers detailing a personal reflection on identity and connecting authentically on campus. 

MMSAND would like to thank Campus Ministry, MSPS, and the Liu Institute for their support and guidance throughout the planning process as well as ND Day donors from spring 2022 who believed in our mission to put on this retreat. It was truly a special experience for those who attended, and MMSAND is grateful for all of those who helped make this experience happened. 

Colors of Conversation

LaFortune Student Center, Ballroom

September 15, 2022

7-8pm

MMSAND’s first event of the fall semester was Colors of Conversation! This event was an interactive discussion exploring Multiracial and Multiethnic experiences on college campuses. Students from Notre Dame and Saint Mary's College were in attendance. In collaboration with MSPS, dinner and refreshments were provided prior to the conversation and game activities.