In honor of Independence Day, UWEST is closed today, July 4th, to allow our community to reflect and celebrate with loved ones. We will reopen on July 5th.
Have a wonderful Fourth of July filled with joy and relaxation!
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🌞At UWEST, we’re grateful for our green outdoor spaces and the open blue skies of 🌴Southern California. Our campus is the perfect place for learning, reflection, and community building.
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Want to experience UWEST for yourself?
Make an appointment for a campus tour today.
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Email us at [email protected].
Tag someone who likes sunshine and blue skies.
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We are proud of our amazing students at University of the West! They bring our campus to life.💛 Come experience the diversity, spirit, creativity, and community of UWEST.
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Click the link in our bio to learn more.
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🌴Dreaming of college in sunny Southern California?🌞 Explore University of the West with us! Join our campus tour and get all your questions answered. 📚✨Come experience what makes UWEST special! Email us at [email protected] or call us at (855). 468-9378 to schedule your visit today!
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Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day, is an annual U.S. Federal holiday celebrated on June 19th. It commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in Texas on June 19, 1865, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, which had been issued on January 1, 1863 by President Abraham Lincoln. On that historic day, General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced freedom for approximately 250,000 African Americans who were previously enslaved in the state.
The celebration of Juneteenth has deep roots in African American history, including the tradition of First Watch Night Services. Originating on December 31, 1862, these services were held by enslaved and freed African Americans awaiting news of their freedom as mandated by the Emancipation Proclamation.
Juneteenth's journey to becoming a federal holiday spanned decades of advocacy and legislative efforts. The earliest bills seeking federal recognition of Juneteenth were introduced in the U.S. Congress as early as 1996. However, it wasn't until June 17, 2021, when Congress passed legislation and President Joe Biden signed it into law, officially establishing Juneteenth as a federal holiday. This milestone marked a significant step in acknowledging and honoring the historical and cultural significance of Juneteenth nationwide.
Today, Juneteenth serves as a time to reflect on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in their quest for equality and justice. It is a day of celebration of freedom, heritage, and cultural resilience, reminding us of the ongoing journey toward racial equity.
#Juneteenth #JusticeForAll #equality
Discover University of the West, established in 1991 by Venerable Master Hsing Yun. Learn about UWest's rich legacy of academic excellence, its global footprint, and how it will meet the future. Discover how UWest stands at the crossroads of education, Buddhism, and the future.
Join us on this transformative journey today!
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🌟Exciting News for the 2024-2025 Academic Year!🌟.
The Lotus Scholarship has been extended to June 15, 2024.
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Eligible applicants entering UWest in 2024-2025 can receive significant financial support:
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🎓Undergraduate Lotus Scholarship: $6,000 annually for international undergraduates students.
🎓Graduate Lotus Scholarship: $7,000 annually for both domestic and international MBA and MA-Psychology students.
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The scholarship can be applied towards tuition, fees, room and board, and other essential expenses.
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Start your journey with UWest and apply now!🩵.
www.uwest.edu/scholarships-main/ .
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#uwest #scholarship #internationalstudents #graduatestudents #mbastudents #mftstudents #scholarshipopportunities #scholarships
Thank you to our incredible students, faculty, staff, and supportive community members for making UWest’s Spring 2024 semester so memorable and meaningful!🌻.
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#UWest #studentlife #Spring2024 #community #gratitude
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency, call the National Suicide & Crisis hotline at 988.
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For supporting with domestic violence, text 88788 or B E G I N.
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Where to begin when you need mental health support? Dr. Joanne Kwoh-Maysami offers a list of resources that are available to anyone. To find help or support go to bit.ly/UWest_mental-health-support .
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To raise awareness for Mental Health Month, Dr. Norja Cunningham, an Assistant Professor at UWest shares her inspiring journey of becoming a marriage and family therapist.
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Dr. Joanne Kwoh-Maysami shares some tips on how to maintains mental health fitness.
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#mentalhealthmonth #wheretostart #mentalhealthfitness #yogateacher #uwest #psychology
Ending the academic year with a splash!! UWest wishes you a fantastic summer!
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#uwest #studentlife #waterfight #summerfun☀️
May is mental health month, and this year the theme is “Where To Start”. For the next few days Dr. Kwoh-Maysami will be sharing some tips and resources on mental health.
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And just like that, UWest class of 2024 is now beginning their next chapter. 🌟A heartfelt thank you to all the staff, faculty, and student volunteers for making this commencement a memorable day for our graduates and their families, 🙏🏼 To the families, friends, and mentors who believed in and supported UWest graduates, thank you for being part of their success story! 🎓🎉 To the graduates, it has been a privilege for our staff and faculty to serve you as educators administrators, and mentors. Thank you for choosing UWest to be part of your incredible journey. Here’s to your bright future! 🌟🎓💛.
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🗳️ **Vote for Your Student Government Officers!** 🗳️Polls are open until Thursday, May 16 at 11:59 PM. 💛Winners will be announced Friday, May 17.
1. Click the ballot link: https://forms.office.com/r/uK3JS9QFAP or scan QR code.
2. Log into your my.uwest.edu account.
3. Read about the candidates.
4. Cast your anonymous vote and submit.
⭐What is Student Government?
Student Government represents student interests, organizes events, advocates for concerns, and fosters community.
Officer Roles:
President: Leads meetings, advocates for students, and organizes events.
Vice-President: Supports the President and leads general assembly meetings.
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🎓The countdown is on! Caps are decorated and our graduates are ready for their big day on May 18. Graduation is a moment of achievement, the culmination of their time at UWest, and the start of their next journey.
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Thanks to the Cooking Club, Japanese Club, Nature Club, and our fantastic RA’s for the food and music. 🔥🍔🌭.
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Thank you to Buddhist Society, REL Graduate Council, & Chaplaincy Club for bringing our UWest community to celebrate Buddha’s birthday, also known as Vesak Day! We had food, laughter, and beautiful Sri Lankan lanterns made by us. A fun day on our campus.
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