Professional Faculty

Every employee should feel safe and seen in the workplace. For people in the LGBTQIA+ community, the road to safety and inclusion in the workplace can be filled with disappointment, discrimination, and more. 

Join this Gathering to talk about what safety and inclusion has looked like for you, as well as ways to improve these things in the workplace.  

This Gathering is intended for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies.

Apr. 9 | 9 - 10 a.m. PST 

Apr. 24 | 12 - 1 p.m. PST

Grief is one of the most common human experiences, yet it’s one of the least discussed and understood. Grief impacts our ability to be present and fully engaged, especially at work.  

Join this Gathering to discuss the ways grief impacts work and share helpful strategies to make room for both.

Apr. 5 | 9 - 10 a.m. PST 

Apr. 11 | 9 - 10 a.m. PST

It is no secret that since the tragic events of 9/11, people of Middle Eastern descent (both Muslim and non-Muslim identified) have faced an impossible amount of prejudice and discrimination in America. Even though this group has shown an incredible amount of resilience, being strong takes a lot out of anyone.  

This talk will provide you with practical communication tips to improve your connection with your teen and for resolving conflicts.

March 27, 2024 10am PST via Zoom

In this talk we will explore how sleep science improves our physical and mental health and the impact it has on caregivers.

March 20, 2024 10am PST via Zoom

Learn how to find camp options as well as tips for planning, packing, managing dietary needs, travel, and safety considerations.

March 12, 2024 10am PST via Zoom

Learn how to talk through our thoughts to realize that our fears and anxieties are manageable and controllable.

March 7, 2024 10am PST via Zoom

This two-hour workshop provides opportunities to learn and practice proven interpersonal skills, questioning techniques, and structured conversational tools to use while mentoring others.  

Friday, May 24 | 1 – 2:50 PM PST | LINC 345

This two-hour DIY Course Design Bootcamp provides opportunities to learn crucial decision-making approaches to (re)design a course, such as working backwards. Leave prepared to start the (re)design of a course after thinking about its alignment of learning outcomes, assessments, and learning activities! 

Friday, May 17 | 1 – 2:50 PM PST | Austin 126

This two-hour workshop provides opportunities to learn constructive and impactful ways to use assessment to build stronger, more flexible courses. 

Friday, May 10 | 9 – 11 AM PST | LINC 345