Africana
Unit - Located at 8 Professors Row in Capen
House, the Africana Unit offers students interested in Africana
culture a place to live together and share common experiences. Programs such as the Peer
Advisor Program and celebration of Black History Month are coordinated in cooperation with
the Africana Center. Advisor is Lisa Coleman, 627-3372.
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the Africana Center Home Page
Arts
Special Interest Unit
- The Arts House, also known as Bartol House is located at
37 Sawyer Ave. Students interested in an
active and artistically diverse environment
live together in the Arts House. During the year there are numerous
events that encompass a wide variety of
artistic mediums. Advisor
is Gary Leupp, 627-2426.
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Asian
American
Culture Unit - The
Asian American
Unit, located in Start House at 17 Latin Way, welcomes students interested in learning
about the Asian American experience. Residents of the unit are required to organize
activities related to the Asian American experience. Past activities have included an art
exhibit, a food fair, informal afternoon gatherings with faculty, and discussions/talks on
Asian American issues and topics. Advisor is Linell Yugawa, 627-3056.
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about Asian American Center
Jewish
Culture Unit - The Bayit provides a
setting in which students can live and develop in a Jewish communal atmosphere. Residents
sponsor programs aimed at informing the community about Jewish issues and
culture. The residents also maintain a kosher kitchen. The unit is
located
in Hall House. Advisor is Rabbi Jeff Summit, 627-3242.
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Chinese
House - The
Chinese House is a language based housing unit
sponsored by the Chinese Program. It is
located in the A220's of Latin Way. The
mission of the Chinese House is to provide
language learning experience outside of the
classroom and to promote and facilitate
cross-cultural exchange and understanding
within the larger community at Tufts.
Advisor is
Jinyu Li, 627-2374.
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Crafts
Special Interest Unit
- The
Crafts Unit, located in Anthony House, 14 Professors Row, is a
cooperative living and
learning community. The members are dedicated to the operation of the Crafts Center, which
provides an opportunity for unit members to conduct workshops and share craft knowledge
and techniques. The Crafts Unit also operates as a food cooperative, where residents share
responsibility for the purchase, preparation, and clean-up of meals. Advisor is
Mary Glaser, 627-5045.
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French
Language Unit
- The French Unit, located in Schmalz
House, 11 Whitfield Road, has space for two French exchange students. Its raison
d’être is to give Tufts students the opportunity to improve their French language
skills and gain more exposure to French and francophone cultures by living with French
students and by participating in gatherings that bring together the francophone community
of Tufts. Advisor is Emese Soos, 627-2692.
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German
Language Unit - The German Unit
allows residents to improve and enhance their understanding of the German language and
culture. It also acts as a resource center, offering practice sessions to students
studying German. Residents also sponsor "Coffee Hours" throughout the
year. It is located in Wyeth House, 21 Whitfield Road. Advisor is Bernhard Martin,
627-2637.
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Home Page
Latino
Culture Unit - The Latino Culture Unit provides a
support system to the Latino community at Tufts. It welcomes students who are interested
in the Latino Culture and Latino issues. Residents sponsor activities and events to
promote a greater understanding and appreciation of Latino culture in conjunction with the
Latino Center. The Latino Culture Unit is currently located in Milne House, 8-10 Whitfield
Road. Advisor is Ruben Salinas-Stern, 627-3363.
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To Latino Center Page
International Culture Unit -
The philosophy of the unit is to create an environment in which residents can experience
an intercultural living arrangement. The International Unit consists of residents who
represent a mix of students from different nationalities and cultures, including
representation of Americans. The goal of the unit is to foster intercultural friendships
and experiences. The unit is currently located in Davies House, 13 Sawyer
Avenue.
Advisor is Jane Etish-Andrews, 627-3458.
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Japanese
Language Unit - The Japanese Unit, located in the
150's of Hillside Apts., provides residents an opportunity to develop a greater
understanding of the Japanese language and culture. The residents gather bi-weekly for
dinner and weekly for language "chats," and celebrate Japanese holidays and
cultural events. Advisor is Kiyoko Morita, 627-2371.
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Muslim
Special Interest Unit - The Muslim
Unit, located at 176 Curtis Street beginning
in the fall of 2003, offers both
Muslims and non-Muslim undergraduates the
opportunity to live in a friendly, diverse
environment. It provides one the
opportunity to enhance their cultural
experience while creating new friendships and
participating in several social events.
Advisor is Father David O'Leary, 627-3427.
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Rainbow
House Special Interest Unit
- The
Rainbow Unit, located in 160's of Hillside Apts., provides a "gay-friendly"
atmosphere where students can live and interact. The unit brings issues of lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender students to the entire Tufts community through educational,
social, and community programming. The Rainbow unit also serves as a social outlet for
lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students and their friends.
Advisor is Dona Yarbrough, 627-3770.
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Russian/Slavic
Culture Unit - The Russian/Slavic Culture Unit,
located at 101 Talbot Ave., provides a unique atmosphere where residents with similar
interests can develop an increased understanding of Russian and East-European culture
through lectures, films, and ethnic dinners. Residence is open to any returning
student who meets the following criteria: taking courses in Russian and East-European culture
and history, of Slavic or East-European background, or having a demonstrated interest in
the field. Knowledge and use of Russian is NOT a requirement, though the unit does provide
an opportunity for language practice. Advisor is David Sloane, 627-2596.
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Spanish
Language Unit - The Spanish Unit
enables residents to develop greater fluency in the language and enhance their
understanding of Spanish/Latin American countries, life styles, and cultures. Residents
hold weekly events, where members of the Tufts community can stop by and enjoy Spanish
refreshments and conversation. The unit is located in Chandler House, 125 Powder House
Blvd. Advisor is Marta Rosso-O'Loughlin, 627-5110.
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