Thursday, April 21, 2011

VIVA OROMIA: St.Cloud State University

April 19 (Opride) - Last year we broke a story about bullying and harassment claim by Oromo students at St Cloud State University. The controversy surrounded the exclusion of Oromo students from the annual African Night celebration. The University acknowledged the issue and stated, the matter was resolved to both parties’ satisfaction. Oromo students disagreed alleging the school did little to address their concerns.

Two weeks ago, the Oromia Student Organization (OSO), a student group at St Cloud State University, put up a separate and well attended event. The event, dubbed VIVA:OROMIA, was OSO’s effort to raise awareness, and share the beauty and diversity of Oromo culture with the St Cloud community.

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