Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Previous Events

Native American Heritage Month
November 15, 2022
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, join us for a presentation that takes a look at the native plants here in Southeast Missouri and the local Native Americans—the Osage tribe—that used those native plants for food, medicine, and other things. The presentation will feature pictures and explanations of the native plants in addition to the discussion of their uses. The presenter will be Evan Elliot, Three Rivers College student, and the presentation will be held in PLST 108 at 2 p.m. November 15.

World Mental Health Week
October 10-14, 2022
Drinking coffee is linked to lower depression rates. Enjoy FREE coffee in the Welcome Center this week, Tuesday through Friday, from 8 – 10 a.m. Check your email for Tips for Managing your Mental Health and mental health resources. You can also find this information in the Mental Health Week event at trcc.edu/events.

Terisita’s Food Truck
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. September 18, 2022
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Terisita’s Food Truck will be in the Quad from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 18. Stop by for a delicious lunch! We’ll also be handing out a flyer with Hispanic Heritage Month facts.

Jewish American Heritage Month
2 p.m. May 3, 2022
Join us for a free meal and experience a taste of Jewish American culture at 2 p.m. May 3 in the Baptist Student Union.

Women Appreciation and Empowerment Discussion
10 a.m. March 30, 2022
In honor of Women’s History Month there will be a discussion focusing on female leadership and empowerment from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30, in PLST 108 The discussion will be broken up into 3 different segments featuring 3 different groups of panelists including women of local government, female leadership of TRC, and intimate partner violence (IPV)/domestic violence (DV). The discussion will be followed by a presentation by Missouri Highlands sharing about the services the organization offers to women.

Showing of the Movie “Harriet”
7 p.m. Feb. 22 and 2 p.m. Feb. 23, 2022
In honor of Black History month, Student Life, along with the DEI Committee will present the movie “Harriet,” which tells the story of the escape of a heroic abolitionist, Harriet Tubman, from slavery through the dangerous missions she led to liberate hundreds of slaves through the Underground Railroad. Showing in the Tinnin Fine Arts Center theater. Free to all students!