We acts as a central hub for fostering a welcoming community, primarily supporting and showcasing events that celebrate intercultural understanding and built community. We support student-driven programming through funding, logistics, and leadership development mentoring, while hosting signature events that support student success.
Upcoming Events
Native American Heritage Month Kick-Off – Imnizaska Drum Group
2026 Hmong New Year Celebration
Indigenous Arts and Knowledge Traditions Across the Americas
Death Cafe

FEATURED EVENT
Dia de los muertos | Day of the dead
nov 2 | Taylor center Lounge
A community event to learn, connect and celebrate around an ancient tradition celebrated among Hispanic communities. Hosted by the Taylor Center in collaboration with the student organizations ¡PRESENTE! and SOMOS that celebrates Latin American and Hispanic culture.
10:10 a.m. Daily Chapel | Boe Chapel.
4:00 p.m. Cultural Conversation: Origins and Cultural Symbolism| Taylor Center Lounge.
5:00 p.m. Dinner Celebration | Taylor Center Lounge.

FEATURED EVENT
Grose Lecture
October 21, 2026
The Grose Lecture is the Taylor Center’s signature LGBTQIA+ event annually which focuses on LGBTQIA+ public policy and brings to campus a noted and outstanding LGBTQIA+ individual to give a keynote address during LGBTQIA+ History month in October.
Recurring Events
Let’s Talk
In partnership with the Counseling Center. Taylor Center Meeting Room| Mondays 3:00-3:45 p.m.
Lion’s Pantry
Come and stop by when needed. Ytterboe Lower Level, Room 044. Fall Hours coming soon!
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