InterCultural Programming

Over the coming term, InterCultural Student Initiatives will hold events for the College community.

*Check calendar weekly. Events and locations are subject to change pending conditions. Calendar will be adjusted as needed. Refer to the Events Calendar.

Native American History and Culture: Celebrating Native Artistic Expression

Programming is managed by Intercultural Student Initiatives in collaboration with the Native American Studies Committee and Field Studies/Study Abroad/Global Education.

The beauty and diversity of Native American cultures and artistic expression traverse both time and space. We are pleased to offer a forum where local Native artists can share their culture and art, reflecting the modern while honoring the traditional within the COD community.

Events and locations are subject to change.

Native American Heritage Month Events Global Education Week Events

ISI Photo Gallery: Native American Heritage Month

Runs Monday, Nov. 2 through Friday, Dec. 11
SRC Corridor, Directly Across From the Bookstore

As you explore the images and captions, you will encounter the struggles, triumphs and daily lives of Native peoples from the past to the present day. Look closely at the familiar faces and discover untold histories. What connects your story to theirs? Scan the QR codes next to the displays, dig deeper into the stories and add your voice to a shared heritage.

For further discussion regarding the images, contact: intercultural@cod.edu

Expressions Competition 2026

Submissions due by Monday, Nov. 30 at 5 p.m.

Open to Enrolled COD Students Only

Inspired by a person, place or event representing Native American history and culture, students are invited to submit an essay, story, artwork, music, video, poem or any other form of expression. The top three submissions will receive awards, and selected entries may be featured in The Hub (SSC 1138) for one month.

Criteria:
Your expression will be evaluated based on its authentic impact and on how well it expresses your chosen content. The judging will not be objective – impress us with your knowledge, insight and ability to communicate ideas and feelings.

Submissions:
Submit your original work in any format (i.e. – Word document, MP3 file, YouTube video/link, photography, artwork in any medium, etc.). Include your name, student ID, email, and your chosen content (with author / artist cited), if it is not evident in your submission.

Submissions will be received at the offices of InterCultural Student Initiatives in person SSC 1100 or via email at intercultual@cod.edu with the subject line “Expressions Contest _ (First and last name with student ID)

Subject Line Example: Expressions Contest_ Jane Doe 123456

Review and Award of Prizes:
A panel will review and select the top THREE submissions who will each receive a minimum award of $600 posted to your COD account.

Submissions due by Monday, Nov. 30 at 5 p.m. CST

**All written work must be substantive. No AI submissions. Essays must be two pages minimum. Poems must be at least one full page, minimum. Submittals will be time stamped and will not be accepted if submitted after 5 p.m. CST on Monday, Nov. 30**