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Transcript: Learn about other cultures Teach others about our own culture Better understanding of our differences Open one's self up to new experiences Dispel common stereotypes Live in better harmony LBPC - to provide programming to the student body at LBC in the form of educational and entertaining events and activities ACC@LBC - to provide artistic and cultural events and activities to promote an appreciation of the arts and acceptance of cultural diversity WIN - a place for women to inspire and network with one another in a supportive environment BULB - to introduce students to the advantages of networking and real-life experiences in the business world Veteran's Club - to provide a supportive environment for our Veteran students and their family members Image by Tom Mooring Mission of LBC Clubs Celebrate "History" Months (Black History Month, Hispanic History Month, Women's History Month . . . ) Promote all-inclusive programming Encourage all to be true to their own culture Challenge stereotypes when you hear them Be honest about your own cultural biases Provide equal access to all How to Promote Cultural Diversity It is within your reach! Our differences should be recognized, appreciated, celebrated and above all else, respected! and not least of all ... DNA! See, we are ALL unique! To help people reach out of their comfort zone and achieve a higher level of understanding, acceptance, and respect for others! Clubs at BCCC - LBC College Isn't Just About Academics! Why Go To College Anyway?? Afraid of change Uncomfortable with differences Believe that common stereotypes are true Uneducated about the real truths Believe that only those that are the same (color, beliefs, etc.) are "right" Just plain stubborn and/or unkind Lower Bucks Campus Reasons to Embrace Cultural Diversity: HeartChase Constitution Day Philadelphia Day Women's Health and Fitness Day Veteran's Day (Character Does Matter) Pond/Woods Cleanup Hispanic Heritage Month Blood Drive Credit Score Workshop Pumpkin Painting/Halloween Party Getting Down to Business Panel Toys for Tots Bristol Borough Pantry LBC Thanksgiving/Diversity Lunch World AIDs Day Ugly Sweater/Holiday Party Black History Month Women's History Month (Panel Lunch) Carnival and Spring Fling Sexual Health Conference Poetry Slam Higher Salary... Better Life Skills... Greater Access... More Opportunities... Getting Involved in Campus Life, Clubs, and Organizations can: Enhance your resume Build leadership skills Educate and enlighten Create new friendships and connections Provide enjoyment and stress relief Nationality Religion Language Beliefs Abilities Interests Sexual Orientation Cultural Traditions Reasons Why Some are Hesitant to (or Simply Won't) Embrace Diversity Lower Bucks Programming Council (LBPC) Arts and Culture Club @ Lower Bucks Campus (ACC@LBC) Women Inspiring & Networking (WIN) Business (students) United at Lower Bucks (BULB) Veteran's Club LBC Club Accomplishments and Fun Events New Club Ideas Always Welcome! Why Promote Diversity? Diversity: Isn't Just About Race!