The Tapestry of Diverse Talents, a program of the NDSU Memorial Union, recognizes students, faculty, staff and alumni for the diversity and contributions they bring to North Dakota State University. Each semester individuals are added to the Tapestry, reflecting the ages, classes, ability, ethnicity, gender, races, regional differences, sexual orientations, beliefs and values of the University community. The Tapestry kindles the spirit to diversify diversity.

View the Tapestry of Diverse Talents brochure

Download the Tapestry of Diverse Talents Nomination Form to nominate someone who exemplifies the programs spirit.

The Tapestry of Diverse Talents was first developed through the Institute for the Study of Cultural Diversity, 1992-1997, under the direction of Dr. Robert S. Littlefield.

Tapestry Induction
Each semester, Tapestry of Diverse Talents Induction Ceremonies are held at 12 p.m. on the last day of classes, in the Memorial Union The exact location is announced as we get closed to the date.

View Past Tapestry Inductees

Nomination Procedures for Tapestry of Diverse Talents - Due March 28th, 2008 by 5pm.
Each semester, nominations are solicited for individuals deserving of Induction into the Tapestry Program.  To nominate someone, complete the attached nomination form and two letters of recommendation (at least one letter must be written by an NDSU student) and submit to the Selection Committee, c/o Student Activities Office, 120 Memorial Union.

The Selection Committee will review all submissions and determine those to be honored each semester.
For specific information regarding selection procedures and timelines, please contact Angela Mathers at 231-7350 or Angela.M.Mathers@ndsu.edu.