The munk-skukum Indigenous Living-Learning Community offers a residential space for all students with a strong interest to learn more about the lands on which they will be residing. This community offers connections to other students with a shared interest in centering Indigenous people, to cultural events on campus and to resources to help support students while they are at Oregon State University. munk-skukum means “to strengthen” in chinuk wawa (the local trade language), and we believe a strong community is central to your time at Oregon State.
Oregon State University is located on Kalapuya land and as such, we give thanks and respect to the Grand Ronde and Siletz Tribes they are now a part of.
Goals of the munk-skukum LLC
- Build community and networks of support for students who are interested in the Indigenous experience
- Connect with campus resources that build and encourage student leadership and involvement
- Create an environment where students can explore Indigenous cultures and communities
Benefits of the munk-skukum LLC
- Live and connect with students of shared or similar interests in Indigenous, Native American and Pacific Islander communities
- Engage in OSU community events and celebrations that center the Indigenous experience
- Become a member of the Educational Opportunities Program
Requirements for living in the munk-skukum Indigenous LLC
- Attendance in the Educational Opportunities Program's Summer Bridge Program
- Enrollment and completion of Ethnic Studies 241
- Enrollment and completion of Ethnic Studies 101
Campus community
There are many ways to be involved in community on campus. The Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws serves as a hub of Indigenous-based activities at Oregon State. Events are offered throughout the year, such as the annual Salmon Bake and Klatowa Eena Pow-Wow.
You can learn more about student organizations there as well, including the Native American Student Association, RAD Indigenous Queer & Two-Spirit Student Alliance, Pacific Islander Club, multicultural Greek letter organizations and more.
Facilities
- Located on the first and second floors of Poling Hall
- Students in the munk-skukum LLC live on the same floors as students in the Nia LLC.
- Close to:
Designed by students
During the spring and summer of 2020, two OSU student designers created a color palette and four large murals to transform the first floor of Poling Hall.