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Diversity Dialogues Week

Diversity Dialogues 2020: Jan. 20-31

Mark your calendars now for Diversity Dialogues 2020, coming up January 20-31. Diversity Dialogues is programming designed to engage and educate the student body on issues, topics, and events related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Faculty and staff are encouraged to attend and participate in the many engaging events and topics to be covered. Please also, think about giving out extra credit to encourage student participation.

You can check out the line up for this year using this link, and for any questions, contact Yuri Hernández Osorio at hernandy@up.edu.

Diversity Dialogues Events: Free and Open to All

The diversity and inclusion program will offer the following events as part of Diversity Dialogues, with UP clubs and organizations hosting an array of events to educate the community on diversity and inclusion. All events are free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. Please offer as extra credit to your students! For ADA accommodations contact Yuri Hernández Osorio at hernandy@up.edu.

  • Friday, January 25
    Holocaust Remembrance Shabbat
    Jewish Student Union Event
    4-5 p.m., St. Mary’s Lounge
  • Monday, January 28
    A Discussion on Whiteness: A Feminist Perspective
    Feminist Discussion Group (FDG)
    4:15 5:15 p.m., Terrace Room
  • Monday, January 28
    Fry Bread Workshop
    Native American Association
    5:30-7:30 p.m.
    Off Campus at NAYA (*RSVP required through Engage)
  • Tuesday, January 29
    Europe’s “Other” Crisis: Identity Politics
    Talk by Dr. Lara-Zuzan Golesorkhi
    Gender and Women’s Studies Department
    4:15 -6:15 p.m., Franz 120
  • Tuesday, January 29
    Dear UP: Mental Health Exists
    Active Minds
    7-8:30 p.m., St. Mary’s Lounge
  • Wednesday, January 30 
    “Call Her Ganda” Movie Screening
    Gender & Sexuality Partnership-GSP
    7-9 p.m., BC Auditorium
  • Thursday, January 31 
    Through the Fog: Conversational Session on Identities, Power, and Privilege Interact
    Title IX Team
    4:15-6 p.m., Franz 005
  • Friday, February 1
    Diversity Dialogues Keynote: Ellise Smith
    Dispelling the Myths Associated Around Fat Persons
    6-7:30 p.m., Mago Hut Center Theater

Reminder: All events are free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. Please offer as extra credit to your students! For ADA accommodations contact Yuri Hernández Osorio at hernandy@up.edu.

Diversity Dialogues Week: Feb. 27 to March 3

Diversity Dialogues Week will offer discussions regarding topics and issues of diversity and inclusion that are pertinent to our community, nation, and world. For more information regarding the schedule and events, please use this link. The event is organized by diversity coordinators Antonella Mantanguin (matanguc20@up.edu) and Antonella Fillet (fillet19@alumni.up.edu). For more information, contact Bethany Sills student activities, at at sills@up.edu.

Come To International Night, Feb. 26

international weekAll are invited to attend the University of Portland’s International Night on Friday, February 26, from 5-8 p.m., in the Bauccio Commons. Enjoy an evening of international sights, sounds, tastes, and smells while traveling around the world with the diverse music and dance of local and regional performers. Professional performances from Filipina singer-songwriter Haley Heynderickx will begin at 6:15 p.m., and Mexican Folkloric music from Edna Vazquez and her band will begin at 7 p.m. International students will also be sharing their culture at the Showcase of Nations.

Enjoy live performances and the company of friends while savoring international dishes from Bon Appetit, priced a la carte. Admission to the show is free. Families are encouraged to attend. Performer and event updates will continue to be posted at www.up.edu/iew.

This event is hosted as part of Diversity Dialogues Week and is sponsored by the International Club, the Office of International Student Services, and ASUP.

6th Annual Diversity Dialogues Week

diversity copyThe diversity coordinators in student activities present Diversity Dialogues Week 2016 from Monday, February 22 to Friday, ​February 26​. Through a variety of events planned by diversity-related student clubs and student leaders, Diversity Dialogues Week celebrates and builds awareness about diversity, inclusion, cultural difference, and social justice.

For a detailed list of events and current schedule, see www.up.edu/activities/diversity. For more information, contact Bethany Sills, student activities, at sills@up.edu.

5th Annual Diversity Dialogues Week

bethany copyThe multicultural ​and diversity programs office will present Diversity Dialogues Week 201​5, from Monday, ​March 2 to Friday, ​March 6, according to Bethany Sills, student activities. Through a variety of events, this week celebrates, encourages discussion, and builds awareness about diversity, cultural difference, and social justice.

For a detailed list of events, see www.up.edu/activities/diversity. For more information, contact Sills at 7470 or sills@up.edu.

Diversity Dialogues Week

bethany Feb 20The multicultural programs office presents Diversity Dialogues Week 2014, from Monday February 24 to Friday, February 28, according to Bethany Sills, student activities. Through a variety of events, this week celebrates, encourages discussion, and builds awareness about diversity, cultural difference, and social justice. For a detailed list of events, see www.up.edu/activities/diversity. For more information, contact Sills at sills@up.edu or 7470.

Art of Diversity Contest

The Campus Connector program is seeking original art and photos for the “Art of Diversity” exhibition and contest, according to Gwen Guderjohn, international student services. In coordination with Diversity Dialogues Week, students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to submit an original art or photography that represents an aspect of human diversity. Art and photographs will be displayed in the international student lounge (Christie Hall room 020) and three winners will be chosen by audience selection. Join the Campus Connector coffee hour on Friday, March 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for artwork viewing and discussion. Submission instructions and contest rules are available at http://www.up.edu/shownews.aspx?id=4746.