Cultivating Community

Fostering Inclusivity Through Dialogue

Cultivating Community is a series that draws on mindful dialogue and creative thinking as the tools through which we can learn, understand, connect and grow. The initiative affirms SUNY Geneseo’s value for inclusivity, which we define as “fostering a diverse campus community marked by mutual respect for the unique talents and contributions of each individual.”

Each dialogue provides participants with the opportunity to voice their experience on a specific topic, learn from others’ perspectives, share innovative ideas and explore new possibilities.

The theme for the spring series is “Living Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”

Upcoming Dialogues

• March 27, 2:30–3:45 p.m. in the College Union Ballroom

Topic: Living Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: How Might SUNY Brockport Inspire Us?

Opening Presentation by: Dr. Cephas Archie, Chief Diversity Officer for The College at Brockport

• May 1, 2:30–3:45 p.m. in the College Union Ballroom

Student Facilitator Workshop

Interested in developing your facilitation skills? With strong facilitation skills, you can lead conversations that transform minds and propel positive social change. Attend this session to build foundational facilitation skills and then practice your new skills by co-facilitating dialogues at the Cultivating Community series.

Facilitator: robbie routenberg, chief diversity officer, Office of Diversity and Equity

• Future Dates: TBA

Feedback

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Questions About the Series Contact:

Meredith Harrigan, associate professor of communication, and series co-coordinator
Email: harrigan@geneseo.edu
Phone: (585) 245-6331

robbie routenberg, chief diversity officer, and series co-coordinator
Email: routenberg@geneseo.edu
Phone: (585) 245-5020