Data-Informed DEI Summer Book Club

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When:
June 17, 2024 View Recurrence Dates
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where:
Event category: Panel/Discussion
Virtual

Join us this summer as we dive into the important concepts of equity and inclusion through a facilitated book club discussion of "Equity Talk, Equity Walk: Expanding Practitioner Knowledge for Racial Justice in Higher Education" by Tia Brown McNair, Estela Mara Bensimon, Lindsay Malcom-Piqueux. This engaging book offers practical strategies for fostering a more equitable campus community and will directly inform our upcoming Data-Informed DEI Quality Initiative project.

Who Should Attend:

All faculty, staff, and administrators interested in advancing equity and inclusion at Wayne State University are welcome to participate.

How to Participate:

  1. Register for the book club here
  2. Obtain a copy of "Equity Talk, Equity Walk" (available for free online).
  3. Read the assigned chapter before each meeting.
  4. Come prepared to share your reflections and engage in thoughtful dialogue.

What to Expect:

  • Thoughtful Discussions: Engage in meaningful conversations about key equity concepts and their application in higher education.

  • Connection to existing DEI initiatives at WSU: Explore how the book's insights can guide our collective efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at WSU.

  • Collaborative Learning: Share perspectives with colleagues from across the university and build a foundation for our shared work.

Schedule:

  • Friday, May 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Chapter 1)
  • Monday, Jun 17, 2024 02:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Chapter 2)
  • Wednesday, Jul 10, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Chapter 3)
  • Thursday, Aug 1, 2024 03:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Chapter 4)
  • Tuesday, Aug 13, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Chapter 5)

Questions?

Contact Shawntae Harris Mintline at shawntae@wayne.edu for more information.

Contact

Shawntae Mintline
shawntae@wayne.edu

Cost

Free

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