Workshops & Seminars
Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars can explore academic and non-academic career options at a series of events this semester.
Join the Conference on World Affairs and guest Eddie Moore Jr., director of The Privilege Institute for a brief video and interactive workshop in which participation will include answering questions such as, "How often have you experienced or felt unconscious bias towards yourself or someone else?"
Learn to create and deliver your personal pitch for academic and professional contexts. Register and complete the pre-workshop survey ahead of this event at 5 p.m. today.
Campus diversity professionals are invited to join the Association of American Universities webinar, What Racial Equity Requires, led by Shaun Harper, who will offer practical guidance on complex racial problems.
Engage in interactive, thought-provoking discussions and reflective, critical-thinking exercises exploring courage. The student session is Feb. 18 and the employee sessions are on Feb. 18 and 23.
In this Ombuds Office "lunch and learn" on Feb. 23, participants will discuss how to help others through hard times, as well as the benefits of having compassion and providing support without ending up depleted and emotionally drained.
Presented by the University Libraries and the Center for Humanities and the Arts, a student, staff and faculty panel will explore the issues of power. Plan to join at noon on Feb. 10.
Parents who choose to pursue an advanced degree face a unique set of challenges and require a unique set of circumstances in order to thrive. Join the Parent Buffs First Friday Chat to connect with other parents, discuss what kind of support you need and more.
Our brains use a variety of innate tools to simplify decision-making in an increasingly complex world. However, these cognitive biases can negatively impact our ability to resolve interpersonal conflicts. Learn more at this Jan. 19 "lunch and learn" event.
The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program invites you to join the wide variety of no-cost sessions that address topics such as nutrition, retirement, parenting and wellness.