Diversity @ UCR

Feb. 16 – Moving Toward Multicultural Competence – Open to all of the campus, this is the introductory workshop for learning what diversity means and what it means to UCR. 9-11 am.

Feb. 16 – Lessons Learned from Past UC Litigation – For management and supervisors, ‘Lessons Learned’ draws from actual case examples within the UC to help navigate the treacherous waters of employee management – how to get the most from your staff while avoiding the pitfalls of potential employment conflicts. Two sessions to choose from: 9:30-11:30 am OR 1:30-3:30 pm.

Feb. 23 – Communicating for Understanding – Open to all campus, ‘Communicating’ explores the best methods for clear, ‘non-violent’ communication, i.e., choosing the right place, the right time and the right words to get the most from your important message with the least pushback or fallout. 8:30-11:30 am.

To sign up, go to www.ucrlearning.ucr.edu, sign in with your NetID and password, and type “MEI” in the search field.

Wednesday, February 1: Miss Representation film screening 6:30pm-8:30pm, MSE 104.
Miss Representation uncovers a glaring reality we live with every day. Directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the film exposes how the mainstream media’s limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and girls contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence. It offers personal stories, startling facts, and interviews with renowned women such as Condoleezza Rice, Katie Couric, Rosario Dawson, Margaret Cho, Gloria Steinem, and others. Watch the film and join a discussion with the director.

Wednesday, February 22: Laugh in Peace comedy show 6:00pm-9:00pm, HUB 302.
A Muslim, a Jew, and a Christian walk onto a college campus and share a stage… What’s the punch line? Find out at this unique comedy show, where comedians of these different faiths use laughter to build bridges to understanding and healing. They tackle tough topics, shatter stereotypes, and promote interfaith peace and unity through humor. Come and sit together, laugh together and build connections across differences. Enjoy a Q&A session with the comedians after the show! Diversity Initiatives appreciates your ongoing support. For more visit us at http://diversityinitiatives.ucr.edu/.