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
Space is limited; register early!