Culture/DEI
Social Change Incubator
Are you a student, staff, faculty, or community member interested in learning how your personal stories and passions can lead you into doing the work of social change? Join Dr. Liz DeBetta for a 4-part weekly workshop where you will learn: How to define your role(s) in the social change ecosystem What narrative power is and how it drives change What type of social change work you can do based on your skills, passions, and identity How to use your story as a catalyst for change We will meet in person for two hours each Wednesday starting on May 31 to…
Social Change Incubator
Are you a student, staff, faculty, or community member interested in learning how your personal stories and passions can lead you into doing the work of social change? Join Dr. Liz DeBetta for a 4-part weekly workshop where you will learn: How to define your role(s) in the social change ecosystem What narrative power is and how it drives change What type of social change work you can do based on your skills, passions, and identity How to use your story as a catalyst for change We will meet in person for two hours each Wednesday starting on May 31 to…
Social Change Incubator
Are you a student, staff, faculty, or community member interested in learning how your personal stories and passions can lead you into doing the work of social change? Join Dr. Liz DeBetta for a 4-part weekly workshop where you will learn: How to define your role(s) in the social change ecosystem What narrative power is and how it drives change What type of social change work you can do based on your skills, passions, and identity How to use your story as a catalyst for change We will meet in person for two hours each Wednesday starting on May 31 to…
‘Being Mary Tyler Moore’ movie screening
With unprecedented access to the Mary Tyler Moore Estate, friends, family, and colleagues, BEING MARY TYLER MOORE constructs an intimate mosaic of Mary's 60-year career in show business. The film reveals a complex icon, full of compassion, empathy, and inspirational abilities, despite battling her own demons. At the same time, she tried to keep the pain of a tragic spate of unexpected personal losses from the public. To understand Mary Tyler Moore's life and impact, the documentary weaves Mary's narrative with an examination of the importance of her on-screen roles, her non-traditional influence as a powerful executive, her humanitarianism, and…
Pediatric Cultural Neuropsychology
2-hour presentation focused on culturally-responsive care in pediatric neuropsychology. PM&R Rehabilitation Psychology and Neuropsychology Health Equity and Anti-Racism Taskforce (RPN-HEART) Didactics Series. https://sessions.studentlife.umich.edu/track/event/session/64125
Toxic: A Black Woman’s Story Movie Screening and Panel Discussion
Toxic: A Black Woman’s Story explores a day in the life of “Nina,” a professional African American woman in her second trimester of pregnancy. The film depicts the cumulative effects of the chronic stress Nina experiences as a normal part of her daily routine. These experiences begin from the moment she wakes up and continue throughout the day, as she endures a myriad of stressful events that impact her health and well-being. Movie Screening (run time 26 minutes) and panel discussion Light refreshments will be offered starting at 3:30 pm. Free parking is available in Lot #1 (closest) to entrance…
Ableism in Health Care and the Need for Advocacy
Educational presentation with research and case examples utilized to recognize where accommodations and advocacy efforts are needed at the individual and system level. Presenters aim to unpack the historical underpinnings of ableism in the healthcare setting from early conceptualizations of disability to the health care approaches and barriers resulting in health disparities experienced by individuals with disabilities in obtaining their care. A call to action for advocacy efforts will be made for health care providers. https://sessions.studentlife.umich.edu/track/event/session/63924
LGBTQIA+: An Introduction to Inclusive Language
This course aims to shift our culture to be more LGBTQIA+ friendly. When it comes to attractionality and gender identity, language is so important. It helps us to acknowledge, respect and affirm the diversity of bodies, genders and relationships that exist at U-M. We’ll discuss roadblocks and challenges some people face when using inclusive language. After identifying those challenges, we will share strategies to make practicing easier. We’ll also learn how to use them in interactions with patients, students, staff and colleagues. You will learn to: Identify gender inclusive language and how to use it appropriately Use inclusive terms related…
LGBTQIA+: An Introduction to Inclusive Language
This course aims to shift our culture to be more LGBTQIA+ friendly. When it comes to attractionality and gender identity, language is so important. It helps us to acknowledge, respect and affirm the diversity of bodies, genders and relationships that exist at U-M. We’ll discuss roadblocks and challenges some people face when using inclusive language. After identifying those challenges, we will share strategies to make practicing easier. We’ll also learn how to use them in interactions with patients, students, staff and colleagues. You will learn to: Identify gender inclusive language and how to use it appropriately Use inclusive terms related…