Upcoming Events
Fall 2024 Division of Ignatian Belonging Events, Trainings, and Engagement Opportunities
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I.D.E.A.S. Academy
Monthly lecture series focused on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Social Justice for Greater Ignatian Belonging. (RSVP at banksi@xavier.edu)
The State of Hispanic & Latino-A-X Cincinnati
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 pm
Featuring: Alfonso Cornejo, President, Hispanic Chamber USA
Location: Arrupe Overlook, Gallagher Student Center (GSC)
Equitable Criminal Justice Reform in Cincinnati Post George Floyd with Attorney Fanon Rucker of the and Attorney Gabe Davis of the Ohio Justice & Policy Center
Monday, September 30, 2024
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Featuring: Attorney Fanon Rucker and Attorney Gabe Davis of the Ohio Justice & Policy Center
Location: Cintas Center, Conference Rooms 4 and 5
Register here: Equitable Criminal Justice Reform Post George Floyd
Beyond the Binary: Spectrums in Gender & Race
Friday, October 11, 2024
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Featuring: Earl Lee, Arizona State University
Location: Conaton Board Room, Schmidt Hall, 2nd Floor
Register here: Beyond the Binary Exploring the Gender Spectrum
Indigenous Peoples Day
Native Resistance in partnership with the Urban Native Collective:
October 11th – 14th
Learn more at: https://urbannativecollective.org/ipdc
- OIDI will be attending on Friday and Monday and will be wearing our Xavier gear. If you are interested in ride sharing and/or joining the group, please email (zoogaha@xavier.edu)
Ignatian Belonging Week & Diversity Symposium
- October 7th – October 12th: Registration information coming to Today at Xavier next week! Join us for unveiling the Justice Seekers project in Justice Hall and the University Library, Holocaust Center Tour, Islamic Center Tour, and the Diversity Symposium on Saturday with special guest speakers Earl Lee and Janet Reid.
For more information contact (kwapongs@xavier.edu).
I.D.E.A.S. Table Talk: Wellness and Care Around Identity & Politics
- November 6th: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Clock Tower, Gallagher Student Center (GSC), 3rd floor
Chapter Chats Monthly Book Club
- Join us this fall every other Thursday from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm as we discuss “The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided by Religion and Politics” by Jonathan Haidt. You’re welcome to grab a copy of the book from the Division of Ignatian Belonging and join the discussion. Whether you read one chapter or one paragraph, you are welcome! For more information contact (kwapongs@xavier.edu)
Anti-Hate & Inclusion Task Force
- Interested in supporting communities on campus impacted by hate or bias? If so, consider joining the Anti-Hate & Inclusion Task Force. Beginning in October, the group will meet monthly and task force members can also take our mediation training to serve as ‘First Responders’ for individuals impacted by anti-hate or bias on campus. Contact banksi@xavier.edu for more information.
Equity Advisor Training for New & Continuing Equity Advisors
WE NEED YOU – To become an Equity Advisor!
Join us to become a new or to receive refresher training for current EA’s.
New spring training dates are coming soon!
To register, please send your preferred date to banksi@xavier.edu
What’s Ahead: D&I Legislation & Policy Updates
Join the Division of Ignatian Belonging for “What’s Ahead: D&I Legislation & Policy Updates on Thursday, December 12th in the McDonald Library, Classroom 130 at 12:00 pm. RSVP: zoogaha@xavier.edu
Justice Seekers Project
Join us as we unveil the four XU 2024 – 2028 Justice Seekers banners and digital signage in Justice Hall and the McDonald Memorial Library. The Justice Seekers were identified during the renaming of Justice Hall in 2020:
- Henrietta Wood
- Dr. Janice Walker
- Congressman John Lewis
- Antonio Johnson
Spring 2025
Division of Ignatian Belonging Events, Trainings, and Engagement Opportunities
Cup of Culture – Monthly Dialogue Series
Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa and join the conversation.
4:00 - 5:30 pm
Location: Clock Tower Lounge, GSC
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January 28th: What does Ignatian Belonging mean for Diversity & Inclusion?
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February 25th: Reverse Racism: Race Neutral or Race Conscious
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March 25th: Gender Talk: Are Men the New Minorities?
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April 29th: to be announced
For more information contact (kwapongs@xavier.edu)
Spring 2025 Book Club
As part of the Division of Ignatian Belonging's mission to create an equitable and informed campus, we are happy to announce our reading club for this semester. Please complete the following form if you are interested in joining the club. We have a limited number of books/seats so if you are interested, please sign up quickly to get a copy of the book. This reading club will meet every other Wednesday during lunchtime from 12:00 pm till 1:00 pm.
This Spring semester, we will read Rohit Bhargava and Jennifer Brown's "Beyond Diversity: 12 Obvious Ways to Build a More Inclusive World".
This book is an insightful guide that tackles the complexities of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in modern society. It presents actionable strategies to create a more inclusive world, drawing from personal stories, interviews, and research. If you are interested in exploring areas where we as individuals and and as an organization can foster meaningful change, then consider joining us.
Signup Here.
Meeting Dates
- Wednesday, Feb. 5
- Wednesday, Feb. 19
- Wednesday, Mar. 5
- Wednesday, Mar. 19
- Wednesday, Apr. 2
- Wednesday, Apr. 16
- Wednesday, Apr. 30
3rd Annual MLK Spirit Celebration
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Location: Conaton Board Room, Schmidt Hall, 2nd Floor
We will honor the legacy of Dr. King with Xavier’s Gospel Choir, All for Jesus Christ, and the National Panhellenic Council. This year's theme is "Redemption, Reconciliation, & Belonging: Dreaming of the Beloved Community.”
Featuring special guest speaker Dr. R.A. Vernon, Founder and Senior Pastor of the Word Church
Black History Month
More information coming soon!
Thank you for your continued support and engagement.
The Division of Ignatian Belonging Team
Center for Diversity & Inclusion Updates and Engagement Opportunities
First Steps
During the summer, the CDI team implemented the First Steps program designed for entering students who are First Generation and/or Students of Color but are open to all interested students. Enrolled students completed a summer three-credit hour core course, take GOA as a cohort, and are assigned a faculty mentor.
Upcoming CDI Engagement Opportunities
- Lavender Graduation: Tuesday, May 13th, 10:00 am – 11:30 am. Location: GSC, Arrupe Overlook
- Multicultural Graduation: Thursday, May 18th, 5:00 - 6:30 pm, Location to be confirmed