More than 650 staff members took part in professional development under the Framework for Inclusive Support and Service Excellence.
Academic Affairs staff members join professional development through FISSE
Publication: Identity
WGSS Research Symposium to explore Reconcile, Rebuild, and Recover, April 12-16
The annual symposium, virtual this year, will include a combination of live and recorded performances, panel discussions, readings, and presentations, along with three keynote speakers in the evenings.
Dr. Shamaine Bertrand named David A. Strand Diversity Achievement Award recipient
Dr. Shamaine Bertrand is honored for her work on professional development for schools across the nation that focus on social and racial justice and culturally responsive teaching.
Pride Charity Drag Show, March 26
Chicago favorite Bambi Banks-Couleé will headline the evening with performances from local drag talent and newcomers to the virtual stage.
Stop Asian Hate: Open discussion on experiences of Asians and Asian Americans, March 26
The Zoom discussion will include an overview of anti-Asian violence and Asian racialized experiences, a discussion panel, and brainstorming for a better future.
Chef Sean Sherman leading events on decolonizing food systems
Founder of the company The Sioux Chef, Sean Sherman will share his journey of reviving and reimagining Indigenous cuisine. Events include a Normal Food Summit and a cook along with Chef Sherman.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion update, March 19
This update includes a request for DEI committees and councils, the launch of the new CRCC Spring Institute, and Birds Give Back success.
The Psychology of Radical Healing and Hope, April 7
Dr. Helen Neville of the University of Illinois will present “The Psychology of Radical Healing and Hope: Implications for Research and Practice with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.”
Graduate student examines implicit bias and colorblind racial attitudes
As the movement for social justice and racial equity reached a critical point following the death of George Floyd last May, Khyati Verma, M.S. ’20, completed her master’s thesis on the impact of colorblind racial attitudes and implicit bias.
Social Work Day 2021: Your Normalcy Excludes Me
Social Work Day 2021: Your Normalcy Excludes Me: Eradicating Racism in Social Work will be a two-day interactive, online Zoom event March 25 and 26.
