Special Observances of Diversity Awareness

Special observances of diversity awareness and heritage months are times throughout the year when we honor specific groups with marginalized identities for their existence in our world and for their contributions to our society.

Sponsored by the Unity Center and the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion

The Unity Center, in partnership with the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion, compiles and presents a variety of resources here to support the college community in celebrating these important observations throughout the year.

RIC Honors these Important Observances:

Heritage Months

• February: Black History Month
• March: Women’s History Month
• March: Positively RIC!
  (This annual program has moved away from being a signature mental health education program and now seeks to promote student engagement on campus through social connections, fun, and learning.)
• April: Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• April 15–19: Pride Week
• September 15/October 15: LatinX and Hispanic Heritage Month
• November: Native American Heritage Month

Awareness Days

2023–2024

• October 9, Indigenous People’s Day
• October 11, 2023: National Coming Out Day
• November 11, 2023: Veteran’s Day
• November 20, 2023: Trans Day of Remembrance
• January 15, 2024: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• March 31, 2024: Trans Day of Visibility
• April 22, 2024: Earth Day