Mini-Diversity Workshops Workshop Session 1 Critical perspectives: Exploring the educator's identity As an educator, have you even considered how 'identity' is interwoven into your work? This session will encourage reflection on how your presence dictates your approach and receptivity with students. Opportunities for immediate application(s) will be discussed in an … [Read more...] about Spring 19 Mini-Diversity Workshops
Join us for scholarly conversations centered around the University's public affairs mission (Ethical Leadership, Community Engagement and Cultural Competence) and theme of Unity in Community. Join us for a scholarly discussion of the issues behind white sensitivity and assumptions of racism in White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo, PhD. This riveting but … [Read more...] about 2019-20 Book Talks
Attend an open forum on specific topics related to the university setting. Share ideas and also learn from other faculty and staff. Feel free to come and go based on your schedule. All sessions hosted by Adena Young-Jones. Topic 1: Challenges and Resiliency in Teaching Sensitive Topics Dr. Paula Rector Wednesday, January 23 12:00-1:00 p.m. LIBR Room 204 Topic 2: Beyond … [Read more...] about Diversity Lunch and Learn Events
The mid-term elections have taken place and results are tabulated. Much has been said, but let's talk about what it means for each of us and what going forward from here means on all sides of the aisle. Yes, which way are the winds blowing? Dr. Lyle Foster is an assistant professor of sociology and anthropology at Missouri State University. He teaches undergraduate and … [Read more...] about Shattering the silences: Unspoken messages: Weighing the winds of change
Anti-semitism panel Anti-semitism has existed in the United States for centuries. Scholars have asserted that never in America was Jewish history free of anti-semitism. Join us with Dr. Mara Cohen Ioannides, Chief Diversity Officer Wes Pratt, and Rabbi Barbara Block as they discuss what anti-semitism means for our country, cities and towns. Panelists will also discuss ways … [Read more...] about Anti-semitism panel