March 29, 2021

Diversity training virtual workshops for April start Thursday

The Office of Associate Chancellor for Diversity has a schedule for diversity training workshops for April.

The free, two-hour virtual workshops will cover several areas and are open to faculty, staff and students.

Workshop topics include:

  • April 1: 10 a.m. to noon, How to use pronouns.
  • April 6: 10 a.m. to noon, Ableism in higher education.
  • April 12: 9-11 a.m., Anti-racism/anti-bias level 2.
  • April 15: 9-11 a.m., Ableism in higher education.
  • April 22: 9-11 a.m., Fatphobia: What is it, how does it affect people and how do I contribute to it?
  • April 26: noon to 2 p.m., Diversity and inclusivity level 2 (faculty and staff only).
  • April 29: 8:30-10:30 a.m., Discussing white privilege: What is it, what does it mean and what should be done with it?

Additional information on training topics is available. For more information, contact the Office of Associate Chancellor for Diversity at 618-453-2126 or diversitysiu@siu.edu.