Collage of students engaging in various campus activities, games, and celebrations indoors.

Learn, Ask, Explore, and Practice: MLK Day Youth Jazz Event 2024

Maegan CastletonMLK Jr. Commission, Stories, Students

On Monday, January 15th, 2024, around 50 students and their guardians walked into a quiet area on a brisk winter’s day. The students were offered a rare opportunity to see the Delta Center almost completely empty, a contrast to the nearly full arena just a few hours later. The halls may have been empty but the court was filled with …

Two people with arms around each other stand in front of a colorful Stay Motivated mural.

Writers Who Hope and Fellows Who Lead

Maegan CastletonStories, Students

Written by: Lydia Brooks, and Dr. Miguel Trujillo. Pictures by: Maegan Castleton An Emerging Leader Led Program for Youth Who Are System-Involved The Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs’ mission is to promote a climate that inspires belonging in Utah. The MCA fellowship program exposes young leaders to an opportunity for service, mutual learning, and the workings of state government. The development of …

A group of fifteen people pose for a photo around a conference table in a meeting room.

Elevating Student Voices: Amplifying Emerging Leaders

Maegan CastletonStories

Written by: Nayra Green and Jason Carrillo In late February, college leaders who are engaging in inclusion efforts on their campuses were invited to the Utah State Capitol to participate in a roundtable discussion. This event brought together 13 students from five Utah colleges and universities to talk about their goals, challenges, and hopes regarding welcoming climates on their campuses. …