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UNITY STAR Spring 2009 Training Edition The Office of Diversity Initiatives provides a variety of FREE workshops and training experiences for members of the UCF faculty, staff, and student body. Below are the workshops scheduled for the Spring Semester. Other opportunities for diversity workshops may be scheduled by calling the Office of Diversity Initiatives at 407-823-6479 (ask for Carmen Afonso or Katie Pomp), or e-mail Katie Pomp at kpomp@mail.ucf.edu. TO REGISTER: Online Registration for Faculty and Staff ONLY at https://my.ucf.edu. Students or OPS please send your name, phone number, PID/employee I.D. number, and e-mail to cafonso@mail.ucf.edu. Completion certificates are available as follows: Diversity Certificate Series – for completing all four modules; Diversity Discussion Group – for completing any 12 discussion sessions; Leadership for the 21st Century Certificate – for completing all three sessions; Continuum of Learning Certificate – for completing any four workshops other than those listed above. Call for more details. Workshop: Allies Advance (DIV033) Facilitator: Michael Freeman Dates/Times/Locations: Attend only one. Tuesday 01/20/2009 Tuesday 02/03/2009 5:30-8:00 PM 2:00-4:30 PM Student Union 316C Student Union 22lAB
Thursday 02/12/2009 2:00-4:30 PM Rosen Campus, Library 120F
Wednesday 02/25/2009 5:30-8:00 PM Student Union 316B
Thursday 03/19/2009 5:30-8:00 PM Student Union Pegasus C
Tuesday 03/31/2009 Monday 04/13/2009 2:00-4:30 PM 5:30-8:00 PM Research Pavilion, Student Union 316C Suite 169 Description: Learn about issues affecting GLBT people, homophobia, and heterosexism, and the benefits and responsibilities of being an Ally. Workshop: I Want my Bi-Racial Bill of Rights! (DIV055) Facilitator: Michael Freeman Date: Wednesday 01/28/2009 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: Student Union 316C Description: What happens when you’re not white enough or black enough? Is it really as easy as picking a side? Is it easier for biracial or multi-racial people to be or has society demanded that because you don’t belong totally to any one race or culture, you don’t belong to any? This facilitated dialogue will explore the challenges of being bi-racial in a society that often demands more. We will use our time and the voices of our bi- and multi-racial audience and allies to create a “Bi-Racial Bill of Rights,” supporting the right of every bi-racial person to be who they want to be. Workshop: DOTS: Understanding Your “Hidden” Biases (DIV031) Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Date: Thursday 01/29/2009 Time: 2:30-4:30 PM Location: Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: In order to appreciate, respect, and value others, it is important to recognize that our life experiences and the individuals in our lives have influenced our thoughts and feelings regarding the people present in our worlds. In this workshop, participants are guided through an activity that allows them to discover biases that may exist “in their heads.” Further, the session facilitates understanding of how these views impact the ways in which we relate to one another. Office of Diversity Initiatives PHONE: 407-823-6479
www.diversity.ucf.edu Research Pavilion 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 169 1
“Diversity Includes All Of Us” FAX: 407-823-6480
Workshop Series: Diversity Certificate Series (DIV000) Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Dates: Attend all four. Module 1- On the Threshold of Change Module 2- Gender & Sexual Orientation Workplace Issues Friday 02/06/2009 Friday 02/13/2009 Module 3- Race, Ethnicity, Language & Religion Workplace Issues Module 4- Age & Physical Ability Workplace Issues Friday 02/20/2009 Friday 02/27/2009 Time: 2:30-4:30 PM Location: Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: The world looks different today than it has in the past, and as a consequence, new ways of interacting and communicating with others are required. This four-part program focuses on the legal, ethical, and practical issues organizations face in this dynamic new environment while demonstrating how we can use human diversity to maximize competence and performance. Workshop: High Heart Work & Self Care (DIV046) Facilitator: Michael Freeman Date: Monday 02/09/2009 Time: 5:30-8:00 PM Location: Student Union 316C Description: Human service work demands a lot from those who address and meet critical needs. Often, as we are caring for others, we forget the most important person, ourselves. This team building session examines how to create, maintain, and evaluate self-care plans for individuals and teams. It also looks at the process of what it takes to effectively provide the kind of support team members need in remaining “whole” in “high-heart” work. Workshop: Understanding Power & Privilege (DIV016) Facilitator: Michael Freeman Date: Thursday 02/12/2009 Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 Noon Location: Rosen Campus, Library Instruction Room 120F Description: This session looks at the concepts of power and privilege in detail and describes actions that can be adopted to mitigate the effects of social injustice. Workshop: Inclusive Communication (DIV053) Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Date: Monday 02/23/2009 Time: 1:30-4:30 PM Location: Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: This workshop identifies some common mistakes made when communicating about age, class, disabilities, ethnicity, gender, language, looks, race, religion, and sexual orientation. It also highlights words, phrases, and behaviors that can enhance the process of communicating about and across various dimensions of difference. Workshop: Generational Diversity: Understanding the Gifts and Challenges (DIV052) Facilitator: Michael Freeman Date: Wednesday 03/04/2009 Time: 2:30-4:30 PM Location: Rosen Campus, Library Instruction Room 120F Description: In many workplaces, including institutions of higher learning, there exists four generations. Dealing with diversity and building organizations of inclusion require understanding and relating effectively with people who are different. The differences in age are no exception. Language differences, performance expectations, and work-life definitions are just a few of the challenges facing a “multigenerational workplace.” This workshop explores the challenges and the gifts present around this critical dimension of diversity and addresses opportunities to build strength and unity into individual work areas to maximize performance. Workshop: Communicating Across Cultures (DIV044) Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Date: Thursday 03/05/2009 Time: 1:30-4:30 PM Location: Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: The ability to prevent misunderstandings through effective cross-cultural communication is an important skill in today’s world. This session introduces the three basic components of any communication. Further, it dramatically illustrates 12 common causes of verbal miscommunication across cultures including conventions for courtesy, degree of assertiveness, accents, and hot buttons. Finally, the crucial role of body language in communication is discussed. Office of Diversity Initiatives PHONE: 407-823-6479
www.diversity.ucf.edu Research Pavilion 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 169 2
“Diversity Includes All Of Us” FAX: 407-823-6480
Workshop: Murderball: Film and Talkback (DIV056) Facilitator: Michael Freeman Dates/Times/Locations: Attend only one. • Thursday 03/19/2009 2:00-4:30 PM Student Union 221AB
• Thursday 03/19/2009 6:00-8:30 PM Student Union 221AB
Description: The documentary “Murderball” tells the story of a group of world-class athletes unlike any ever shown on screen. In addition to smashing chairs, it will smash every stereotype you ever had about the disabled. It is a film about family, revenge, honor, sex (yes, they can) and the triumph of love over loss. But most of all, it is a film about standing up, even after your spirit- and your spine- has been crushed. This documentary is rated R for language and sexual reference. Workshop: Multicultural Conflict Resolution (DIV030) Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Date: Friday 03/20/2009 Time: 1:30-4:30 PM Location: Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: Conflict is an inevitable part of life. Although many of us are uncomfortable in conflict situations, it can be a constructive process in which the very differences that give rise to the conflict also provide us with the unique perspectives and enhanced creativity that are needed in our complex world. This session explores general ways in which conflict is viewed in various cultures and specific ways in which we as individuals respond to conflict. It also emphasizes conflict resolution skills that are useful in relating to others who are different from us. Workshop: Sexism, Motherhood, and the Motherlode (DIV057) Facilitator: Michael Freeman Date: Thursday 04/02/2009 Time: 2:00-4:30 PM Location: Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: What is sexism? How has the role of women changed over the last three generations? Can a woman truly balance the requirements of career and motherhood? Is that the real Motherlode? What about women who are not married or have no children? Do their colleagues view and treat them differently? This guided facilitation will explore the challenges and possible solutions in the workplace facing women and exactly what happens when Superwoman forgets her superhero cape. Workshop: A Framework for Understanding Poverty (DIV058) Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Date: Friday 04/10/2009 Time: 1:30-4:30 PM Location: Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: Socioeconomic status or class is an often overlooked, but critically important, dimension of diversity. Since 1995, Dr. Ruby Payne’s A Framework for Understanding Poverty has helped educators and other professionals understand individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds- poverty, middle class, and wealth. This workshop provides an overview of Dr. Payne’s work including the “hidden rules” among classes, the characteristics of generational poverty, and the significant role of available resources. Workshop: Leadership for the 21st Century (DIV059) Facilitators: Dr. Valarie King (Dr. William Callarman will be co-facilitating the May 6 workshop) Dates/Times/Locations: Attend all three. Wednesday 04/08/2009 Wednesday 05/06/2009 Wednesday 06/10/2009 2:00-3:00 PM 2:00-3:00 PM 2:00-3:00 PM Negotiating the Critical Ps The Art of Followership Self-Care Strategies for Today’s Leaders Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Research Pavilion, Suite 169 Description: This three session leadership series looks at three distinct aspects of leadership in modern organizations. The focus will extend from understanding important aspects of leadership to balancing the demands of work and everyday life. • Negotiating the Critical Ps: This session establishes the foundation for leadership using words that begin with the letter P to introduce and explain a variety of important leadership principles and strategies. • The Art of Followership: In understanding leadership, followership is often neglected. This session will highlight the concept of followership as an important element of 21st Century leadership. • Self-Care Strategies for Today’s Leaders: This session identifies various strategies to assist leaders in balancing work-life demands. It will conclude with a brief experiential session to enhance the relaxation response and manage stress. Office of Diversity Initiatives PHONE: 407-823-6479
www.diversity.ucf.edu Research Pavilion 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 169 3
“Diversity Includes All Of Us” FAX: 407-823-6480
University of Central Florida Office of Diversity Initiatives
Training Philosophy We live in a global community that is becoming increasingly intertwined and interdependent. Demographic, technological, cultural, and economic changes no longer afford us the luxury of living in isolated enclaves. These dramatic shifts and trends require that our educational systems equip us to live and work with a wide variety of peoples. To survive and thrive in a modern organization like UCF means to understand that each of us is mutually connected to the other. An increasingly diverse society expects that higher education will meet the varied learning needs of its citizens by providing effective diversity instruction and experiences. To this end, the Unity Star distributed by this office represents opportunities available to UCF’s students, staff, and faculty to build understanding, appreciation, and respect for human diversity.
Services Consultations: An individual or group meeting to assist in planning diversity related programs, events, and activities. Consultations may occur face-to-face, by e-mail, or by telephone. Presentations: We make presentations to classes, departments, organizations, student groups, and external organizations. Our presentations cover a variety of topics to meet specific needs. Training: Selected topics in English and Spanish
Office of Diversity Initiatives PHONE: 407-823-6479
www.diversity.ucf.edu Research Pavilion 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 169 4
“Diversity Includes All Of Us” FAX: 407-823-6480