U of A OEOC and Tyson Center to Host Religious Diversity Holiday Fair
The U of A's Office of Equal Opportunity, Compliance & Title IX and the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace welcome you to the inaugural Religious Diversity Holiday Fair. Please feel free to stop by the International Connections Lounge in the Arkansas Union from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, Dec. 10, to learn about a variety of different religious perspectives, cultures and holiday celebrations.
Take a few minutes to travel the world and learn about a new custom or reconnect with old traditions. The event will feature information, music, giveaways and more. Various faith groups and cultural centers will be represented. The two organizations encourage all U of A employees to stop by and enjoy this fantastic opportunity.
Contacts
Wayne Bell Jr., recruitment and training coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Compliance
479-575-4387,
bwb03@uark.edu
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