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Latino-Native American Cultural Center brochures, 1971-2001

Flyer: Latino Native American Cultural Center Page 2

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The Latino Native American Cultural Center (LNACC) provides a permanent setting where Latino and Native American cultures can be nurtured and enhanced on the University of Iowa campus. The LNACC has become the focal point of a supportive community, cultural expression and diversity academic development, and personal growth. The center was established in 1971 and maintains a long history of cultural ties with the Iowa City and University communities. The center creates an atmosphere that allows students, faculty and staff to interact and exchange knowledge. PROGRAMS & SERVICES The major purpose of the LNACC staff is to serve as a resource and providing an atmosphere in assisting Latino and Native American students through a variety of programs and services. In conjunction with the Office of Student Life (OSL), the LNACC offers students a wide array of cultural, academic, and personal support to help facilitate their growth, success, and adjustment to the University. Some of these programs and services include: *Liaison with community organizations and services *Meeting Rooms *Library and resource materials *Newsletter co-sponsored with the Afro-American Cultural Center *Employment listings *T.V. lounge and game room *Social areas *Fully-equipped kitchen facilities *Accessibility for individuals with disabilities *A.C.T. DISCOVER, a computerize career planning tool CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES There are a variety of cultural celebrations and programs that are sponsored or cosponsored by the LNACC. When students or student organizations make their needs and interests known, the LNACC staff will assist in developing and implementing new programs. Students also have opportunities in developing leadership skills through participation with program planning. *”Welcome” picnics *Café Latino *Las Posadas *Potluck dinners *Haunted House *Latino Heritage Month *Native American Pow Wow *Cultural Diversity Day *Cinco de Mayo celebration *Multicultural Leadership Seminar STUDENT GROUPS The following student organizations may be of particular interest: *American Indian Science and Engineering Society *American Indian Student Assoc. *Chicano Hispanic Assoc. for Legal Education *Hispanic Society *Latin American Dance Club *Latino Student Union *Los Curanderos *Multi-Ethnic Engineering Student Association *Native American Law Students Association *Sigma Lambda Beta (social fraternity) *Sigma Lambda Gamma (social sorority)
 
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