Woodrick Diversity Learning Center Faculty-DLC Connections

1. Woodrick Diversity Learning Center Faculty-DLC Connections Chris Arnold, Director Bob and Aleicia Woodrick Diversity Learning Center February 8, 2011

2. Overview DLC Overview Current Faculty Connections Opportunities for Faculty to Engage Resources

4. Diversity Learning Center Staff Chris Arnold, Director Tamber Moore, Manager Diversity Development Services Jennifer Smith, ESP Kathleen Owens, Consultant/Facilitator Part Time/Contingency

5. Diversity Lecture Series Increased Faculty, Staff and Student Participation Faculty Opportunities for Interviews with Speakers Library of Speaker DVD�s and Books Available View and/or Check Out Videos Collaboration with Peace Studies Conference (Diversity Speaker Avraham Burg) Future Collaboration with English Department

6. Current Faculty Connections Adjunct Faculty Learning Days (2 Saturday sessions) 2010-2011Participants: 40 Awareness & Inclusion Leadership Workshop 1 session Boundaries: Supervisor, Friend, Mentor, Boss? Workshop Jan. 2011; 1 faculty CLS100 Class Presentations Fall 2010; 19 sections

7. Current Faculty Connections Institute for Healing Racism 4 faculty; 2 reg. for March Interpersonal Communication Classes �Cross Cultural Communication� Fall 2010; 2 Sessions Threats to an Inclusive Classroom � Faculty Learning Day Jan. 2011; Participants: 40 NEO Faculty

8. Opportunities To Engage �And Nobody Said Anything�: Uncomfortable Conversations in the Classroom 1.5 hrs Participate in discussion in response to short vignettes related to critical teaching classroom moments. Understand that each individual�s story will contribute to different perspectives and reactions. Recognize a new awareness of unintentional consequences to classroom actions and words. Address the tension between free speech and hate speech. Examine classroom climate related to behavior. Begin to develop strategies and create tools to address the unexpected in the classroom. *Institutes for Healing Racism: 2 day format - CEUs available Engage in an exploration of the origins of the construct of race and racism. Increase critical thinking proficiency regarding contemporary racial, ethnic and cultural issues. Strategize action steps around anti-racism conduct.

9. Opportunities TO ENGAGE Unintentional Blindness: 1.5 hrs. Identify habits that may be unintentionally unproductive. Explore the affects of how our own histories influence our judgment of others. Recognize micro-inequities in delivering inclusive service. Practice tools to build inclusive environments. � Cross Cultural Communication: 1.5 hrs. Recognize possible cultural barriers to successful communication. Be aware of idiomatic language and consequence. Be more accepting without judging others based on what behaviors mean in own culture. Have a better understanding of the difference in communication across cultures which will help better identify and respond to student and/or colleague needs � Generational Communication 1.5 hrs �Identify and define four generations in the workplace. Understand the formative years of each generation and their core values. Use this information to connect and work effectively across generations. Examine the potential benefits of multi generational workforces. �

10. Opportunities TO ENGAGE Bullying and Harassment 1.5 hrs Recognize possible effects of bullying and other harassment on self, colleagues and students. Understand some prevention policies, actions and methods. Be aware of possible intervention strategies. Approach problematic behavior with critical observation. Be sensitive to the hidden affects of bullying. *SafeZone Training: 5 hr. Explore your own diverse perceptions and identities Hear other world views Interact with scenarios based on situations common to higher education Begin building a foundation for ethical treatment and respect for all human beings.

11. Opportunities TO ENGAGE Rethinking Body Image 1.5 hrs Recognize the negative effects of contemporary body image. Be aware of media influence. Approach media messages with critical observation. Be sensitive to unintentional judgments based on social norms. Have a better understanding of the difference in body image between and among cultures. Explore tools to combat negative aspects of current body image perceptions. Inclusive Leadership: 1.5 hrs. Define inclusive leadership characteristics. Recognize connection to maximizing operational effectiveness. Examine personal inclusion behaviors. Investigate demonstrable inclusive leadership skills. Address practical application through relevant scenarios.

12. Connections Highlights Diversity Lecture Series CLS 100 Presentations Classroom Visits to DLC Connections to Student Organizations Support Peace Studies Conference Support Poverty Simulation Support Foreign Film Series Volunteer Opportunities Diversity Team Faculty Participation Shavval Fleming, Katie Geeseman, Patrick Kamau, Mursalata Muhammad, Emily Nisley, Sarah Rose, Brent Spitler, and Miriam Thompson,

13. Questions How can we increase our collaboration and act as a resource for faculty?

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