The Multicultural Communities of Excellence Spring 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.
Spring Faculty Series
Tempe campus
Black Representation in Broad Media
An open discussion with Dr. Lisa Anderson and The Pretty Smart Club and SRVP about how stereotypes impact societal perceptions and the action of reclaiming the narrative.
Culture and Care: Redefining Mental Wellness in Diverse Communities
Open discussion lead by staff and faculty from areas of ASU Wellness on the topic of stigmas and mental health in the community. The conversation aims to discuss the stigmas that exist in culture’s past and present, how that impacts the wellness in the community and how we can work as a community to grow.
Downtown Phoenix campus
Student and Employee Black Coffee Event – Watts IDEA Office
This event is designed for the Black employees and students to connect and fellowship together in an affinity space.
Twin Flames: George Floyd Uprising from Minneapolis to Phoenix
Bringing students to the Tempe traveling exhibit with pre- and post- discussions with Barrett Faculty regarding the significance, impact and importance it represents. Will take groups on a 60-minute tour of the exhibition, followed by a 30-minute discussion.
Whatsjust presents Critical Conversations
Join ASU Criminal Justice Professor and Host, Dr. Abigail Henon in her live podcast interview with Dr. Mariel Buque, a trauma-informed psychologist and author of Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma. Learn to be vulnerable with Dr. Mariel Buque.
Spring 2024 Inclusive Practice Circles - Break the Cycle
Watts IDEA Spring 2024 Inclusive Practice Circles will center the book Break The Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma, by Dr. Mariel Buque. Facilitated by Dr. Abigail Henson, Assistant professor, ASU ‘s School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, and host of the Whatsjust presents Critical Conversations podcast. A complimentary book will be provided to the first 25 registered circle members.
West campus
Ethics and Community Service in Different Faiths and Spiritualities
We live in a world of rapid advancements. Artificial Intelligence presents new ethical challenges. Social Media gave rise to virtual communities. How do we navigate the ethical challenges and continue to serve our communities? Join Dr. Elbadrawy and your ASU community peers to share and learn wisdom from different faiths and spiritualities about the importance of Ethics and Community Service.
Faculty Voices, Herstory Month, Dr. Eva Vazquez Ortiz
For Herstory Month, we are excited to announce Dr. Eva Vásquez Ortiz will lead a discussion highlighting her remarkable journey as a woman in leadership and entrepreneurship. Dr. Vásquez Ortiz will provide insights and share her experiences on the unique challenges and triumphs faced by women in leadership and entrepreneurship. Her invaluable inspiration and empowerment will be beneficial for all attendees. Join us for an enlightening session that celebrates the contributions of women in these fields.
Faculty Voices-Telling My Birth Story - Dr. Cayetano
Dr. Cayetano will be joining us to share her personal birth story, offering an empowering narrative of her experiences. Additionally, she will guide and encourage others to explore and write their own birth stories, fostering a supportive environment for self-expression and reflection. This session promises to be a meaningful opportunity for individuals to connect, learn, and embrace the transformative power of storytelling.
Polytechnic campus
Applying for Graduate School as a First-Generation Student
Dr. Dylan Richard (they/them) is a first-generation, queer, trans, non-binary, polyamorous Psychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor in the School of Counseling and Counseling Psychology. Come have lunch with Dr. Richard as they discuss ways to approach graduate school applications, tips and tricks to navigating higher education and networking, and answer questions you may have about graduate school as a first-generation student.
Ethics and Community Service in Different Faiths and Spiritualities
We live in a world of rapid advancements. Artificial Intelligence presents new ethical challenges. Social Media gave rise to virtual communities. How do we navigate the ethical challenges and continue to serve our communities? Join Dr. Elbadrawy and your ASU community peers to share and learn wisdom from different faiths and spiritualities about the importance of Ethics and Community Service.
HerStory Month Lecture and Lunch
Join our MCOE Ambassadors as they welcome guest speaker Melody Roberts for HerStory Month. Melody will share her experiences as a woman in a STEM field and lead a Q&A on leadership, how to succeed in STEM and entrepreneurial opportunities in STEM. Lunch will be provided.