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Beyond a buzz-word: Pragmatic approaches to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for international

Beyond a buzz-word: Pragmatic approaches to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for international

Concurrent Session from 2023 Global Inclusion Conference

Session Description: 

Aside from academics, international students and scholars must navigate the very nuanced social and cultural dynamics of the United States. As practitioners, we have an obligation to ensure that we provide them with the opportunities and equip them with the tools to succeed during their time here. In this workshop, presenters will outline best practices that address the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, how an ISS office can embed these values into their services and programs.

Public Health in Action through Community-Academic Partnerships

A Call for Inclusion: Offering a Diverse Perspective to a Social Innovation

2022 Global Inclusion Conference Poster Session

The enrollment of students from underrepresented and marginalized communities has coincided with a rise in student demand for impact-focused and engaged scholarship opportunities. The Global Social Impact Fellowship program at Lehigh University offers students the opportunity to work on interdisciplinary, real-world projects that address sustainable development challenges in low- and middle-income countries. This program has enrolled increasing numbers of first-generation students, BIPOC students, and students with high financial needs. These students, working alongside faculty mentors, and external partners, enhance their professional skillsets, mindsets, and portfolios of accomplishment, making tangible contributions to systems-level changes that improve millions of lives. Students in the GSIF work during the academic year and then travel for fieldwork during the summer, implementing their designs and co-create solutions with their in-country partners.

Presenters:

  • Samara M. Everman – Lehigh University
  • Kayla Miller – Lehigh University

Nonbinary Clinical Training Evaluation Research

Nonbinary Clinical Training Evaluation Research

Poster Session from 2023 Global Inclusion Conference

The present poster was focused on the effectiveness of clinical training on affirmative care for nonbinary (NB) clients. The training workshop aimed to raise awareness, provide education, and enhance competence among participants working with this population. The participants were evaluated using pre-and post-surveys, which showed a significant improvement in knowledge-based questions, indicating the effectiveness of the training in enhancing participants’ knowledge and competence in this area.

Exploring Disability Access Abroad through Smart (City) Programming

Exploring Disability Access Abroad through Smart (City) Programming

2023 Global Inclusion Conference Concurrent Session

This session will share a case study of a unique short-term study abroad program that integrates the study of disability access and smart city technologies. It is the first of its kind at the University of Florida, spearheaded by the Disability Resource Center and College of Engineering to provide international experiences for all students. We will highlight the program framework, implementation, share faculty and student experiences, and lessons learned.

Silo Breakers: A Strategic Restructuring of Equity and Global Education

Silo Breakers: A Strategic Restructuring of Equity and Global Education

Deep dive from 2023 Global Inclusion Conference

The need to evolve out of traditional siloed higher education frameworks is paramount. This interactive session will show how an office of silo breakers leveraged institutional support to transform the equity work of our international partnerships and satellite campuses both domestically and internationally. We can reach across oceans but can we reach across the office or campus to break the siloed structure of our work?