Message from the Director of Multicultural Affairs
"Listen, validate, respect, appreciate, share, reflect, grow, learn, suspend belief, empathize, and recognize that what you think about a person does not reflect him/her, but your own belief system." —unknown.
This quote reflects what the office of multicultural affairs at Washington College is committed to accomplish through cultural exploration, programming, and dialogue. OMA works closely with students, faculty, staff, parents, and the alumni to heighten campus awareness and understanding of diversity.
We recognize and value the uniqueness of each person at Washington College and what they contribute to the community. OMA encourages students to engage in meaningful dialogues in the classroom, residence halls, student groups, athletics, and the arts. Celebrating and valuing individual beliefs will allow: "Our graduates to acquire knowledge and learn skills that will help them thrive in a culturally diverse world." — Washington College Diversity Statement.
I extend an open invitation for you to visit The Office of Multicultural Affairs which is located on the first floor of the Casey Academic Center. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 410-810-7457 or e-mail me at dparker2@washcoll.edu.
Best Wishes,
Darnell T. Parker, M.S.W.
Director, Office of Multicultural Affairs
410-810-7457 (Office)
410-810-7481 (Fax)
Meet the Staff
Darnell T. Parker, M.S.W.
Director of Multicultural Affairs
410-810-7457 (Office)
dparker2@washcoll.edu
As the director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Darnell is responsible for providing leadership and direction to multicultural and diversity related programs, services, and training. He collaborates with other campus departments and offices to assess the effectiveness of diversity and multicultural initiatives. Darnell has administrative oversight of the Center for the Study of Black Culture.
Student staff profiles will be posted in the fall.