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Cultural Programs

Housed within the Thayne Center for Student Life, Leadership and Community Engagement, Cultural Programs brings students together through events that support learning, connection, and community. Our Heritage Month Events highlight the histories, cultures, and contributions of different communities and give all students the opportunity to learn about traditions and experiences that have shaped our society. These events are open to all students and create welcoming spaces to learn, share, and connect with others on campus.

Cultural programming at SLCC helps students explore new ideas, have meaningful conversations, and connect what they learn in class to real life experiences. These events are designed to be educational, engaging, and easy to participate in, helping students build community, grow their understanding of others, and feel more connected to SLCC and their peers.

If you are interested in hosting your own artistic or cultural event, there is funding available through the Thayne Center. Check out the Arts & Cultural Events section below.

Utah History Month Every January, SLCC celebrates Utah History Month by exploring the diverse stories and contributions that have shaped our state.
Black History Month Every February, SLCC celebrates Black excellence and the central role of Black history in shaping our community.
Women's Heritage Month Women's Heritage Month, celebrated each March and established nationally in 1987, honors the vital contributions of women throughout U.S. history while centering women and femme experiences, both past and present.
Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Every April, SLCC highlights the cultures and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
Jewish Heritage Month Jewish Heritage Month explores the rich history, culture, and contributions of Jewish communities in the United States and around the world.
Muslim Heritage Month Every July, SLCC honors Muslim cultures and contributions while fostering an understanding of Islam.
Latinx Heritage Month SLCC celebrates the heritage and impact of Latinx communities through culture and storytelling. Latinx Heritage Month takes place from September 15–October 15 every year.
LGBTQ+ History Month LGBTQ+ History Month, celebrated each October, honors the history, contributions, and visibility of LGBTQ+ people, first established in 1994 to align with National Coming Out Day.
Native American Heritage Month SLCC recognizes Indigenous traditions, leadership, and the land we share during Native American Heritage Month, which occurs every November.

REPRESENT Film Series

In partnership with the Bastian Foundation, each Heritage Month celebration includes a film screening focused on LGBTQ stories. Films are chosen to represent the diversity of the LGBTQ experience across race, religion, and gender. Each film screening will feature a complimentary book for the 20 attendees to continue learning beyond the film. Watch for the REPRESENT title in the event descriptions for a complete list of films.

ADA Accommodations – If you have an accommodation request, please contact the Accessibility & Disability Services at 801-957-4659 or email at ADS@slcc.edu.

Thayne Center Heritage Month Marketing

Heritage Month Co Promotional Graphic

The Thayne Center leads the college's Heritage Month marketing efforts. Student clubs and organizations are invited to participate by submitting their scheduled and confirmed cultural events to be featured in outgoing Heritage Month promotional materials. This is a great opportunity to amplify your event's visibility for students and stakeholders across the campus. Please submit all planned and confirmed events with dates, description, title, and location to CMcKinl33@slcc.edu.

Arts & Cultural Events

Students can also bring their own creative ideas to life through the Arts and Cultural Events Grant, also known as ACE. The ACE Grant provides funding, promotion, and support to help student clubs and organizations plan and host arts and cultural events. ACE funding can be used for activities such as theater performances, art exhibits, fashion shows, music and dance events, film screenings, and other creative experiences that add to campus life and learning.

The Arts & Cultural Events (ACE) Grant supports & promotes artistic and cultural expression, enhances student activities, and advances educational opportunities. The ACE Grant's purpose is to provide financial, promotional, and programming developmental support & implementation for artistic and cultural events at SLCC. ACE may sponsor arts & cultural programming/events that have expressions of: Theater, art or fashion shows, literature, painting, sculpture, poetry, music, dance, architecture, rituals, spirituality, and storytelling.

Click here to apply or visit our ACE website to view grant deadlines, FAQ's, and contact information for the program coordinator.