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We think it\u2019s important to keep learning outside the classroom as well.<\/p>\n
There are many ways to learn, and meeting people from different backgrounds is one of them. It\u2019s also another reason college is such an exciting time in your life.<\/p>\n
At Winona State, you\u2019ll be exposed to cultures unlike your own and break down barriers. And not only will you build an understanding of others\u2019 experiences\u2014but you’ll also build an understanding of our community.<\/p>\n
As a Warrior, you\u2019ll have the power to successfully live in a global society\u2014and to use your voice and take action to improve the world around you.<\/p>\n
From inclusive cultural clubs to guest speakers to campus programming, there are lots of possibilities for all students to meet new perspectives. And the best part: you\u2019ll have fun and learn something along the way.<\/p>\n
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Bring human stories to life with the Human Library.<\/p>\n
Learn about someone different from yourself and how their life experience has been affected by bias, prejudice and discrimination. Or volunteer to share your own story.<\/p>\n
The Human Library ultimately gives you the opportunity to ask the questions you\u2019ve always wanted to ask but were afraid of getting too personal.<\/p>\n
So, go on\u2014start the conversation.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.8″][et_pb_blurb title=”Cultural Celebrations” image=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/09\/Ebony-Night-Performance-1280.jpg” admin_label=”Ebony Night Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.4″ header_level=”h2″]Celebrate African and Black culture through dance, music, poetry, food and fashion at Ebony Night, which is hosted by the African Student Association. [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”International Club Events” image=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/09\/International-Dinner-1280.jpg” alt=”Male student climbs up indoor rock climbing wall” admin_label=”Asian Student Nation Club Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.4″ header_level=”h2″]<\/p>\n
Craving some Vietnamese fare?<\/p>\n
Check out Pho Night, a fundraising event for the Asian Student Nation Club where you can enjoy dine-in or take-out orders for a good cause.<\/p>\n
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