by Fatima Rodriguez Johnson | Oct 31, 2024 | Staff
On Thursday, Nov. 7, at 3:00 p.m. in the Student Center Conference Room, Director of International Education Kera Bush-Turner and Director of Graduate Admissions Amo Kubeyinje will host a campus discussion entitled, “Strategies for Supporting International Students.”
In recent years, the university’s recruitment efforts have yielded an increase in international undergraduate and graduate students. Students have reported experiences with adjusting to the culture, food, weather, and academic expectations. This cultural competency session will provide demographic information for our international student population, discuss key international student regulations for the F-1 Student Visa, and explore effective strategies for supporting students navigating their education in the United States.
Please RSVP HERE.
Submitted by: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion, Academic Affairs
by Fatima Rodriguez Johnson | Oct 24, 2024 | Staff
The election season brings a range of emotions and experiences for faculty, staff, and students. To foster engagement and strengthen our community, the university will offer a variety of activities for everyone on campus.
The following programs, activities, and discussion guides are available for the campus community:
Wednesday, Oct .30: “Why Your Vote Matters?” A Conversation with Dr. Kevin R. Hardwick, Associate Professor, Political Science, sponsored by Marja’e Johnson, Junior Senator, USA
- Science Hall Commons, 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 5: Election Day Watch Party sponsored by the ALANA Student Center and Iota Alpha Chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha (ΠΣΑ) – National Political Science Honor Society
- Old Main, Room 221, 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m., refreshments will be provided.
Tuesday, Nov. 5: Campus Reflection Space (8 p.m.-10 p.m.)
- Frisch Hall, 1st Floor, Lounge, and the Village Community Center
Wednesday, Nov. 6: Campus Reflection Space (1 p.m.-3 p.m.)
- Duggan Hall, 7th Floor, Lounge
Wednesday, Nov. 6: Campus Reflection Spaces (10 a.m.-5 p.m.)
- ALANA Student Center, WC 003
- Commuter Lounge, WC Lower-Level
- Center for International Education, Frisch Hall 008 (Lower Level)
- Christ the King Chapel, Prayer Space
Thursday, Nov. 7: Canisius Conversation
- Canisius Conversation, 4:00 p.m.
Helpful Discussion Guides and Campus Resources:
Submitted by: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion, Academic Affairs
by Fatima Rodriguez Johnson | Oct 17, 2024 | Staff
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion, in partnership with the Institute for Autism Research, the departments of Psychology and Student Accessibility Services, hosted a DEI workshop titled, Neurodiversity-affirming Reflections and Approaches to Supporting Student Mental Health, in the spring with Meng-Chuan Lai, MD, PhD.
We would like to invite the campus community to the follow-up session on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., in the Grupp Fireside Lounge of the Richard E. Winter ’42 Student Center, with Jonathan Rodgers PhD, associate professor in the Psychology Department, director of lab and treatment operation at the Institute for Autism Research, co-director of the Aging and Autism Study, and director of the Canisius University IMPACT Center.
Part 2: Practical Applications for Neurodiversity-affirming Reflections and Approaches to Supporting Students
Understanding neurodiversity and applying this understanding in the classroom can benefit all students. During this session, we will advance our understanding and support for neurodiverse students through a brief review of the research findings. We will then discuss applying these ideas in the university classroom and across campus. We will identify positive strategies for student support and the methods to improve student, staff, and faculty experiences. Please register here.
Submitted by: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Assoicate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion, Academic Affairs
by Fatima Rodriguez Johnson | Oct 8, 2024 | Staff
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion, in collaboration with on- and off-campus partners, will host a series of workshops throughout the academic year. These workshops are designed to enhance our understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and provide practical tools for implementation in our daily interactions.
We encourage those new to these concepts and those with more experience to participate. By increasing our awareness, knowledge, and skills, we can work together to create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone on campus.
For more information and to register, please sign in to the Wiki.
Submitted by: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion, Academic Affairs
by Fatima Rodriguez Johnson | Oct 1, 2024 | Staff
In an effort to continue to support our students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds, we would like to share with you that we are approaching two high Holy Days of the Jewish tradition: Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.
Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset on Wednesday, October 2, and concludes in the evening on Friday, October 4. This holy day commemorates God’s creation of the world and offers time for reflection. As the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah provides an opportunity to center one’s actions for the upcoming year.
Yom Kippur is a time for atonement and repentance, where members of the Jewish community fast and pray. This year, the holy day will begin at sunset on Friday, October 11, and conclude on the evening of Saturday, October 12. Yom Kippur is considered to be the holiest day in Judaism.
There may be members of our campus community observing Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Please be mindful of these observances as individuals may be absent and/or require flexibility. In addition, please be considerate of how fasting may impact daily interactions both physically and mentally.
Our Jesuit mission calls for us to be people for and with others. Your willingness to support members of our community who identify as Jewish continues to put our mission into action. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to rodrig23@canisius.edu.
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Submitted by: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion, Academic Affairs