Become a Campus Conversations Facilitator

Dear Students,​


Interested in conversations on identity and inclusion?  Want to develop (or polish) your skills to facilitate a powerful conversation? Join Campus Conversations with the Office of University Life and become a Campus Conversations Facilitator!

Campus Conversation Facilitators will participate in a training and then host a conversation – in your residence, in your class, in your organization, or among your circle of friends. We’ll provide the training, tools, and conversation packets. Facilitators select a space and invite participants. Here’s more information:

Campus Conversation Facilitator Benefits:

 

  • Develop and practice leadership and facilitation skills
  • Gain a better understanding and awareness of inclusive language
  • Be part of efforts to foster greater inclusivity at Columbia
  • Meet and work with other students dedicated to social justice and diversity
  • Make great connections who can possibly serve as references in the future
    Receive Office of University Life swag 

 

 

  • Be an early adopter/adapter of a university-wide resource for Campus Conversations (developed by Race, Ethnicity and Inclusion Task Force!)
  • Be eligible to apply for a mini-grant to provide food or snacks at your conversation

 


Requirements:

  • Participate in a three-hour training session to review the facilitation guide and strategies for facilitating your conversation
  • Host at least one 90-minute Campus Conversation during the Spring 2018 semester
  • Provide feedback to the Office of University Life and Race, Ethnicity and Inclusion Task Force
  • Be willing to share on social media, or be interviewed for social media
The Office of University Life is hosting two facilitation trainings in February. Please register for one here.

 Space is limited; register early!

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