Programs and People that Impact the Community
Rachel B. Noel Distinguished Visiting Professorship
The Rachel B. Noel Distinguished Visiting
Professorship was initiated in 1981 to foster
multiculturalism, diversity and academic excellence
at MSU Denver. The professorship brings extraordinary
African American scholars and artists to MSU Denver,
celebrating the struggle for civil rights and African
American culture, while providing learning opportunities
for students, faculty and the larger Denver community.
Website:
http://www.msudenver.edu/noel
Richard T. Castro Distinguished Visiting Professorship
The Richard T. Castro Distinguished Visiting
Professorship was initiated in 1997 to foster
multiculturalism, diversity and academic excellence
at MSU Denver. The professorship brings prominent
Latina and Latino scholars, artists and notable leaders
to MSU Denver, celebrating Latino culture and providing
learning opportunities for students, faculty and the
larger Denver community.
Website:
http://www.msudenver.edu/castro
Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Breakfast
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace Breakfast
was started in 1992 by Karen J. Thorpe, a former
assistant vice president of student affairs at MSU Denver.
The breakfast was created to celebrate the life and
philosophy of Dr. King and includes a cultural program as
well as an awards ceremony, recognizing individuals from
the local community, faculty, staff and students who
have demonstrated a commitment to the values
expressed by Dr. King: peace, justice, civil rights, diversity and equality.
The MLK Peace Breakfast has grown to become one of the most popular events at the University.
Website:
http://www.msudenver.edu/mlk/
