Conscious Conversations about Inclusive Culture: Honoring All as We Close Out 2021
It is hard to believe we are in the final chapter of 2021. I know there are many tasks and stressors this month, so I’ll keep my column brief. It […]
Conscious Conversations about Inclusive Culture: Hispanic* Heritage Month
Two weeks ago kicked off Hispanic* Heritage Month in the United States and it will end on October 15. Like many heritage months, it began as a week of celebration […]
Conscious Conversations about Inclusive Culture: Accessibility as Culture not Compliance
Many of us are working in more face-to-face or hybrid environments this fall and that is presenting unique challenges when considering accessibility. Accessibility broadly defined includes all the things that […]
Conscious Conversations About Inclusive Culture: Making Inclusion Real through a Trauma Informed Approach
The rhythms of academic work allow for a re-set each semester, but I always feel the most hopeful (and overwhelmed) as we arrive at a new academic year. As Fall […]
Conscious Conversations About Inclusive Culture: The History of Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo has become a U.S. holiday ubiquitous with tacos, tequila and a good time. But have you ever wondered why? The celebration we have come to know is […]
Conscious Conversations About Inclusive Culture: Activating Accomplices to Justice
There is a lot of grief and trauma surrounding us right now. From violent attacks on Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) people and communities, to the legislative pushes against […]