Innovation in the Aftermath of the US Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action by DA Global | Jul 12, 2023 | Collaboration & Initiatives at Home, Fundamentals, Global Engagement Resources, International Students, Marketing Recruitment, Support Advising Innovation in the Aftermath of the US Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action Recording from live session on Wednesday July 12, 2023 Session Description: Diversity Abroad opened a space to here the communities thought’s and reactions to the US Supreme Court decision on affirmative action in education Check out the news post “US Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action and the Implications for International Education” and watch the discussion that followed. While the discussion might have already taken place, the conversation is not over yet. We welcome you to reach out to us with any thoughts, ideas, or words you might want to share regarding this new change. Moderators: Lily Lopez-McGee, PhD | Executive Director, Diversity Abroad Andrew Gordon | Founder and CEO, Includifi | Founder and Senior Advisor, Diversity Abroad Additional Resources: Presentation Slides
Fostering Engagement and Belonging in the Workplace by DA Global | Jun 7, 2023 | Career Advancement Resources, Identity in the Workplace Fostering Engagement and Belonging in the Workplace Recording from Live Session on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 Session Description: Cultivating a workspace in which employees share a sense of purpose and are empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to realize that purpose engenders increased work performance and the actualization of organizational goals. Workplaces have the opportunity to foster belonging and engagement through intentional activities that help employees feel included and valued. During this community discussion, we will investigate how offices and organizations with different work modalities work to build inclusion and belonging into the day-to-day experiences of their employees.This community discussion was hosted by the Diversity Abroad Community of Practice for Career Advancement & Belonging and explores how organizations with different work modalities can work to build inclusive offices. Presenters: Ashley Bayman |Global Learning Coordinator and Advisor, University of California, Santa Cruz Zahar Barth-Manzoori | Director, German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH) Hanni Geist | Senior Manager, Germanic Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Lily Lopez-McGee | Executive Director, Diversity Abroad Additional Resources Presentation Slides Handout Padlet Responses
Designing and Implementing Inclusive Identity-Based Study Abroad Mentorship by DA Global | Apr 19, 2023 | Education Abroad Resources, International Students, Marketing & Recruitment, Support & Advising, Support Advising Designing and Implementing Inclusive Identity-Based Study Abroad Mentorship Recording from live session on April 19, 2023 The goal of the session is to provide insight into different methods of mentorship for education abroad and how to apply it in an inclusive manner. In the session attendees will: Learn about current research in mentorship in education abroad Understand identity frameworks and considerations in mentorship Consider methods of enhancing current institution’s offerings/mentorships Presenters: Courtney Kroll |Associate Director of Study Abroad, University of Washington Tacoma Anna Biuso | Assistant Director, Education Abroad, University at Buffalo (SUNY) Stephanie Ramin |Assistant Director of Study Abroad and Exchange Programs, St. Mary’s University Caitlin Hatz | Director of Off-Campus Programs, St. Lawrence University Download Presentation
State-Level Policy & Legislative Action to Restrict Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Town Hall by DA Global | Apr 14, 2023 | Education Abroad Resources, Fundamentals Virtual Town Hall on State-Level Policy & Legislative Action to Restrict Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Recorded Live on April 14, 2023 In this thought-provoking discussion the growing trend of state-level policy and legislative action aimed at restricting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts is discussed. From bans on critical race theory in classrooms to limitations on diversity training for government employees, the conversation explores the implications of these actions for marginalized communities and the future of social justice in the United States. Tune in for a deep dive into this complex and controversial issue. As you watch the recorded discussion you may review the presentation slides. After watching, we encourage you to complete the US DEI Legislation worksheet and share it with colleagues in efforts to create forward-thinking solutions to the combat the implications posed by this challenge. State-Level Policy and Legislative Action to Restrict DEI Presentation (Adobe PDF File) US DEI Legislation Reflective Worksheet (Adobe PDF File)
Design Thinking and Programs in Latin America and the Caribbean: Using Faculty, Staff and Student Reflections to Re-think Program Design by DA Global | Mar 22, 2023 | International Students, Marketing Recruitment Design Thinking and Programs in Latin America and the Caribbean: Using Faculty, Staff and Student Reflections to Re-think Program Design Recording from live session on Thursday June 22, 2023 This interactive workshop aimed at Education Abroad professionals reflects on survey data to consider new, creative opportunities for program development. By rethinking student needs and trends, we will discuss the design thinking process and its application to the field of international education. Presenters: Marnie Nelson | Director, Education Abroad, Global Initiatives, Miami University Shayna Trujillo | Learning & Development Specialist, American Institutes for Research Download Presentation
