Tempe Campus
Fall Faculty Series
The Multicultural Communities of Excellence Fall Faculty Series aims to cultivate conversations around culture, heritage, identity, inclusion, and justice, while fostering collaboration and community among students, staff, and faculty in pursuit of a more accessible, equitable, and decolonized university and society at large.
Cultivating Cultural Competence: Starting the College Year with Dignity & Respect
Join Dr. Gregory Broberg, Ph.D. and the MCoE team to kick off the academic year by enhancing your cultural competence in the classroom and beyond. This engaging session will explore strategies for fostering a learning environment rooted in dignity and respect. Join us as we discuss practical approaches to understanding diverse perspectives, addressing biases, and creating an inclusive atmosphere where all students feel valued and respected. Let’s start the year on the right foot, committed to cultural awareness and mutual respect.
Transitioning with Confidence: Navigating New Cultures & College Life On/Off Campus - Inclusive to Online & Ed Plus Students
Hosted by the MCoE and led by Nakita Saxon, Director of Culture and Inclusion for the Office of Human Resources, this session is designed to help faculty support students as they transition to college life, whether on-campus, off-campus, or online. Learn how to guide students in navigating new cultural environments and embracing the challenges of college life with confidence. This inclusive event will cover strategies for fostering a sense of belonging among all students, including those in online and EdPlus programs, ensuring they feel connected and supported throughout their academic journey.
Faculty Series Ignite Your Future: Professional Development and Entrepreneurship for ASU Students
Join us for an exciting opportunity to hear from Dr. Lauren Dunning, Director of Student Outreach and Engagement at ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute. With over a decade of experience in higher education and a passion for student entrepreneurship, Lauren will share valuable insights into ASU's entrepreneurial ecosystem and the resources available to help you thrive.
During this session, Dr. Dunning will discuss her journey and expertise, highlighting the university's vast involvement opportunities, peer mentorship, and the cultivation of self-confidence in student ventures. Engage in a dynamic conversation moderated by the MCOE, followed by an interactive Q&A with the audience. Whether you're just beginning your entrepreneurial journey or looking to refine your skills, this workshop is designed to inspire and empower.
Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your entrepreneurial potential!
Hispanic Heritage Faculty Series Workshop: Dr. Judith Robles
Join us for an inspiring Faculty Series Workshop featuring Dr. Judith Robles from Arizona State University. Dr. Robles will share her remarkable journey through parenthood as the mother of an ASU Athletics legend, navigating the balance between family and career. She will also discuss her professional growth both inside and outside of academia, offering insights into leadership, perseverance, and success. Additionally, Dr. Robles will highlight how her Hispanic culture has shaped her personal and professional identity, providing a powerful narrative of resilience and cultural pride. This workshop is a unique opportunity to learn from her experiences and engage in meaningful dialogue.
Polytechnic Campus
CISA Faculty Lecture Series: Bias In AI: How We Address Overt Bias, Covert Bias, and Erasure in LLM Responses
Join Dr. Stephen Carradini for a CISA Faculty Lecture. Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Claude are known to deliver biased responses. These biased answers take on three large forms: overt bias, covert bias, and erasure. This lecture will discuss the technical reasons for this bias, explain differences between the types of bias in responses, lead students in a hands-on activity to see covert bias in action, and identify next steps for researchers and students regarding this problem. Students will gain a better understanding of bias in AI, a greater awareness of the harms of unfiltered/uncritical AI use, and pathways forward for more ethical AI use and development.
Election Anxiety
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the upcoming elections? You’re not alone. Join Yonsu Yi, LMFT with Asu Counseling Services, for a timely discussion about election anxiety, with tips and tricks to reduce election anxiety.
CISA Faculty Lecture Series: illegalized: Undocumented Youth Movements in the United States
Please join our MCoE Ambassadors as they welcome Dr. Rafael A. Martinez for a book-signing and discussion around his new book, illegalized: Undocumented Youth Movements in the United States. Lunch will be served.
Fulton Faculty Lecture Series: Exploring Cultural Garments
Please join our MCoE Ambassadors as they welcome Dr. Aasma Elbadrawy for an exploration of clothing in different cultures. You are invited to wear clothing representative of your culture. Lunch will be served.
Fulton Faculty Lecture Series: The Beauty and Cultural Significance of Henna
Please join our MCoE Ambassadors as they welcome Dr. Aasma Elbadrawy for an exploration of the artistic and cultural significance of henna. Try your hand at henna art! Lunch will be served.
Downtown Phoenix Campus
Law, Government & Society in the Book of Mormon
Join Dr. Rick Erekson to discuss Law, Government and Society in the Book of Mormon. Dr. Erekson is on faculty with the Institute of Religion as Director, Phoenix Downtown Institute; Co-Founder of Pro Talk: The Gamification of Communication; Managing Partner at Murphy Performance Consulting. ASU and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints enjoy a strong relationship based on the mutual goals of producing educated, honorable members of society focused on making a better world. Dr. Erekson is active member of the ASU Downtown Phoenix Campus through CORA - the Counsel of Religious Advisors, currently serving as the Vice President.
Empowered Well-Being Initiative: People & Connections
Join Assistant Teaching Professor Christina Coleman, the PRM 394 class and the Empowered Wellbeing Student Club. This initiative, inspired by the life crafting philosophy, aims to help students construct meaningful lives by aligning personal values, goals, and actions through leisure education. Today’s focus is on People & Connections.
Christina Coleman, is a dedicated and accomplished professional in the field of Recreational Therapy, with a focus on pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation research, mental health and well being of individuals with physical disabilities, and community solutions. This program can have a significant impact on our students' mental health and overall well-being. By providing students with tools and strategies to enhance their emotional, social, and personal development, which can support students as they navigate challenges and thrive in their academic and personal lives.
Empowered Well-Being Initiative: Emotions & Values
Join Assistant Teaching Professor Christina Coleman, the PRM 394 class and the Empowered Wellbeing Student Club. This initiative, inspired by the life crafting philosophy, aims to help students construct meaningful lives by aligning personal values, goals, and actions through leisure education. Today’s focus is on Emotions & Values.
Christina Coleman, is a dedicated and accomplished professional in the field of Recreational Therapy, with a focus on pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation research, mental health and well being of individuals with physical disabilities, and community solutions. This program can have a significant impact on our students' mental health and overall well-being. By providing students with tools and strategies to enhance their emotional, social, and personal development, which can support students as they navigate challenges and thrive in their academic and personal lives.
Women In Leadership - Kick off event
Women in Leadership Series for diverse student leaders interested in female empowerment, topics that impact women in leadership personally as well as professionally. Join Dr. Janelle Kappes is an Associate Teaching Professor, Deans Fellow and Honors Faculty Fellow in Barrett, the Honors College for the Women In Leadership Kick-off event. Dr. Kappes will discuss her career journey and advice for "the first few years as a working professional beyond college" over brunch.
Empowered Well-Being Initiative: Support & Benefits
Join Assistant Teaching Professor Christina Coleman, the PRM 394 class and the Empowered Wellbeing Student Club. This initiative, inspired by the life crafting philosophy, aims to help students construct meaningful lives by aligning personal values, goals, and actions through leisure education. Today’s focus is on Support & Benefits.
Christina Coleman, is a dedicated and accomplished professional in the field of Recreational Therapy, with a focus on pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation research, mental health and well being of individuals with physical disabilities, and community solutions. This program can have a significant impact on our students' mental health and overall well-being. By providing students with tools and strategies to enhance their emotional, social, and personal development, which can support students as they navigate challenges and thrive in their academic and personal lives.
Women In Leadership - Raging Positivity
Women in Leadership Series for diverse student leaders interested in female empowerment, topics that impact women in leadership personally as well as professionally. Dr. Melanie Alvarez is a longtime broadcast news manager, special projects video producer and educator, who now serves as Executive Director of Academic and Career Success at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Join Dr. Alvarez in a casual setting to discuss "raging positivity" over brunch.
Empowered Well-Being Initiative: Holistic Well-being
Join Assistant Teaching Professor Christina Coleman, the PRM 394 class and the Empowered Wellbeing Student Club. This initiative, inspired by the life crafting philosophy, aims to help students construct meaningful lives by aligning personal values, goals, and actions through leisure education. Today’s focus is on Holistic Well-being.
Christina Coleman, is a dedicated and accomplished professional in the field of Recreational Therapy, with a focus on pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation research, mental health and well being of individuals with physical disabilities, and community solutions. This program can have a significant impact on our students' mental health and overall well-being. By providing students with tools and strategies to enhance their emotional, social, and personal development, which can support students as they navigate challenges and thrive in their academic and personal lives.
Finals Study Session with Friends
Join Dr. Candance Keck, the Student Nurse Christian Fellowship student organization and CORA (the Counsel of Religious Advisors) for a destressing study session for finals. Therapy Dogs will be available as part of the weekly PAWSitive Study Buddies time.
Dr. Keck is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Associate Director for the Traditional BSN Program in the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation at ASU.