Cultivating Community
Fostering Inclusivity Through Dialogue
“Cultivating Community” is an initiative that seeks to affirm 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.” The series draws on mindful dialogue and creative thinking as the tools through which we can learn, understand, connect and grow.
Each dialogue will provide participants the opportunity to voice their experience with the topic, learn from others’ perspectives, share innovative ideas and explore new possibilities related to the topic.
Upcoming Dialogues
Monday, April 30, from 2:30-3:45pm in the College Union Ballroom
Topic: Communicating in a Diverse Society: How Can We Use Rituals to Strengthen Our Values?
Guest Speaker: Dr. Maurice Stevens, Department of Comparative Studies, The Ohio State University
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, interim Chief Diversity Officer, Office of Diversity and Equity
Dates, Times, and Locations:
Monday, April 23rd, from 2:30-3:30 @ MCU 114
Faculty and Staff Facilitator Workshops
These 60-minute workshops will explore the role and responsibilities of a group facilitator.
Date, Time, and Locations: 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, interim chief diversity officer, and series co-coordinator.
Email: routenberg@geneseo.edu
Phone: (585) 245-5020