How to Start a Student Cultural Group

A student cultural group will help you get in touch with your own heritage as well as educate others about your cultural background.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Notebook Papers
• Pens
• Art And Graphics Software

1. Do some research on the background of the culture your group will represent.
2. Form a small group of people who share your cultural interest. Look for members among your friends, classmates and people in your residence hall.
3. Begin assigning a few top-level administrative positions. One person should act as president of the group. Other important positions include people to handle finances, publicity and recruitment.
4. Contact your school administration and find out how to register a student group. This may involve writing a constitution, filling out some paperwork or attending one or more orientation meetings.
5. Publicize your group with fliers, information tables, e-mail notices and other methods.
6. Hold regular meetings where individuals can discuss the issues surrounding the culture your group represents.
7. Host social events featuring food, music and other elements of your group's culture.
8. Contact professors, administrators and local residents who represent your culture and ask them to participate in lectures and forums about their experiences as part of a specific cultural group.

Tips & Warnings

• Make your group open and accessible to individuals outside the culture the group represents. The group should serve as a means of educating the student body about your cultural background.