To increase both the visibility of and access to SPH’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Leadership team, we launched a new initiative called “Chat with the DEI Team” in fall 2021. These one-hour virtual sessions were intended to create space for dialogue and create opportunities for the DEI team to hear the community’s input and enhance …
If you’re a second-year Ross MBA student, apply for Business+Impact’s Skip and Carrie Gordon Scholarship. The selected recipients will have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to impact. HOW TO APPLY 2022 applications for Ross MBA2s are now being accepted, and must be submitted by Mon, Sept. 26 @ Noon to qualify.
The Spectrum Center's Pronouns 101 Workshop is for anyone interested in learning more about gender pronouns, their significance to queer and trans communities, and gender inclusive language. During this session, staff and faculty will participate in an interactive workshop focused on the importance of pronouns and gender inclusion. Learning objectives include: Learn about inclusive and …
What progress has been made around the climate at U-M over the last five years? How has our climate changed? How does it still need to be improved? Join us as we discuss the findings of our latest university-wide climate survey from 2021 and compare it with the results from 2016. Registration link
Join a few of our current first-gen students to learn more about their experience navigating the college application process, resources available, the Ross MBA community, and more! Most of the time will be dedicated to questions from the audience. This session will not be recorded. Registration link
Audience: SPH Students Only The Spectrum Center's Introduction to LGBTQ+ Identities & Inclusive Language Workshop is designed to support an individual, department, or organization in their knowledge development of LGBTQ+ terminology, inclusivity, and advocacy. This is an introductory workshop, yet the content is fundamental to building a safe and inclusive environment. Learning objectives include: Understand …
The journey to dismantle racism has not ended. Join us to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practice. We invite all members of our school community to attend meetings. Please RSVP. A Zoom Link will be sent out the day of the event. RSVP
Prototyping is a tool that can be used throughout the design process: to generate ideas, validate concepts, or explore technologies. There is a need to develop and test ideas without causing harm to others, while the possibilities have evolved exponentially — new prototyping tools and approaches are introduced every year. This workshop will help you …
During previous Environmental Law and Policy Program (ELPP) conferences, we have featured panel discussions on climate change as part of broader conversations about environmental law and policy. With climate change accelerating and the window for climate change mitigation and adaptation narrowing, this year we will devote the program to how the legal system can promote …
There is still time to apply to our first ever Social Justice Leadership Retreat that will take place on October 2nd from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Botanical Gardens! We'd love to build community with you! This will be a fantastic opportunity to build a social justice community on campus, learn from social …
This workshop will examine how well-being and identity are interdependent. Participants will discuss how their identities shape their perceptions of wellness for themselves and others. On an individual level, how can students attend to their own well-being in a culture that doesn’t always promote it? From a leadership lens, we will look at graduate student …
Microaggressions are verbal, behavioral, or environmental slights. They can be overt, subtle or unintentional, and lead to significant consequences. In this session, participants will: Learn about "microaggressions" and other concepts relevant to this topic Obtain an understanding of the social and psychological impacts of microaggressions Engage in activities and dialogue to unveil microaggressions within the …
Interested in food sustainability or social justice initiatives? Want to engage in creative expression and open discussion? Come join one of our biweekly meetings to get involved with The University of Michigan Sustainable Food Program. We have four different groups to join, all with different themes. Fill out the interest form and come to a …
Racial and ethnic identities play a key role in shaping behaviors, attitudes, institutions, and social structures. As such, scholars across disciplines have been devoted to investigating how race and ethnicity feature in every aspect of social and political life. The purpose of I-REP (Interdisciplinary Workshop in Race, Ethnicity, and Politics) is to provide a space …
“Race and Racism, Comparatively” is a series of three conversations highlighting the work of scholars both in and beyond U-M whose scholarship is contributing to much-needed conversations on the global dimension of race, racism, and their impacts. Through these events, we seek to help broaden the aperture through which the academic community considers these themes, …
Intended Audience: This session is open to all SPH Faculty & Staff members, and will be particularly useful for SPH community members who are looking to increase their knowledge of foundational concepts related to structural racism and anti-racism. Workshop Description: Recent discussions around root causes of social, political and economic inequity have emerged in response …
Join current students, alumni, admissions representatives, and fellow prospective students for interactive and informative programming designed to help you get to know our women’s community along with resources and support at Michigan Ross. Ross Women’s Weekend is open to all prospective students, of any gender identity, who have an interest in improving the resources, support, …
Join us for a thoughtful discussion about Michigan's Reproductive Freedom For All ballot measure as we discuss the details and possible outcomes of the ballot measure. This WeListen session is open to all UM staff members across the political spectrum. All voices and views are welcome and the Zoom link for this event will be …
We will review university-level Climate Survey results for students, faculty, and staff. How has the U-M climate changed since the launch of DEI 1.0? What are people saying about the U-M climate currently? Join us for a deeper dive and discussion.
Skin color matters. Within and across ethnoracial groups, skin color affects life experiences, including one’s financial earnings, educational opportunities, health outcomes, exposure to discrimination, interactions with the criminal justice system, and sense of group belonging. While political coalitions in the U.S. have historically revolved around ethnoracial identities, Dr. Ostfeld draws on her book (co-authored with …
Having an edge is about gaining an advantage, but it goes beyond just advantage. It’s about recognizing that others will have their own perceptions about us, right or wrong. When you recognize the power in those perceptions and flip them in your favor, you create an edge—and your hard work works harder for you. Join …
Interested in food sustainability or social justice initiatives? Want to explore ways to resist white supremacy within the food system? Come join one of our biweekly meetings to get involved with The University of Michigan Sustainable Food Program. We have four different groups to join, all with different themes. Fill out the interest form and …
Join current students, alumni, admissions representatives, and fellow prospective students for interactive and informative programming designed for prospective MBA students to get to know our African American, Hispanic American, and Native American community along with resources and support at Ross. UpClose is also open to all prospective students, of any race or ethnicity, who have …
Water is the lifeblood of civilizations, the center of cities, the foundation of creation stories and the connective tissue of culture. Water is a life force, without it humanity will cease to exist. Despite this fact, or perhaps because of it, water is highly politicized, used as a weapon, tool, inspiration, and muse. Water is …
Join the Center for Campus Involvement's DEI team for a luncheon celebrating third culture and/or children of immigrant identity. The session will focus on discussing our common identities and building relationships across cultures. Each participant will also receive a free gift from the event, and lunch will be provided. Don't forget to register on Sessions …
Dr. Louise Seamster is an Assistant Professor in Sociology and Criminology and African American Studies at the University of Iowa, and a Nonresident Fellow in Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution. She studies race and economic inequality, particularly in cities, and writes about racial politics and urban development, emergency financial management, debt, and the myth …
Water is the lifeblood of civilizations, the center of cities, the foundation of creation stories and the connective tissue of culture. Water is a life force, without it humanity will cease to exist. Despite this fact, or perhaps because of it, water is highly politicized, used as a weapon, tool, inspiration, and muse. Water is …
Join a panel of our current students from the Asian American Business Association to learn more about the community at Ross, classes, and more! Most of this session will be dedicated to questions from the audience. This session will not be recorded. Registration link
Please join us for the "Residents & Researchers" Tuesday talks on environment, health and community with Monica Lewis-Patrick, President and CEO of We the People of Detroit, Mary Grant, Public Water for All Campaign Director at Food & Water Watch and Dr. Marcela González Rivas, Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Public Health and International Affairs, …
This interactive virtual workshop introduces principles and practices for thoughtfully engaging with communities, including motivations, impact of social identities, and strategies for engaging in reciprocal, ethical, and respectful ways. Registration link
Join us for this info session to learn more about the Environmental and Sustainability initiatives we have to support our students through the Erb Institute. Staff from Erb and the Admissions Committee will provide a brief overview of the services and programming available through Erb, and devote time to answer questions from the audience.
The Community Assembly will welcome Dr. Dena Scott, Clinical Psychologist, with Headspace Health, Dr. Todd Boyd, Media Commentator, and Hip Hop Scholar, and Ms. Sarah Hurwitz, Spiritual Advisor, and former First Lady Michelle Obama's Chief Speechwriter.
Join current students from the Black Business Students Association at Ross to learn more about the Ross community, classes, and more! Most of this session will be dedicated to questions from the audience. This session will not be recorded. Registration link
Racial Foundations of Public Policy is a speaker series that focuses on the historical roots and impact of race in shaping public policy as both a disciplinary field and as a course of action. Through it, we bring in renowned scholar-experts from across the country to be in conversation with Dean Celeste Watkins-Hayes, the founding director …
Although people of color suffering under interlocking systems of oppression — such as impoverished and working-class residents of disinvested urban or rural communities — bear the largest population health burdens in the United States, the magnitude of racialized health inequity is often greatest among college graduates. Whether predominantly white universities are simply failing to address …
Eli Savit serves as the elected Prosecuting Attorney for Washtenaw County. His 4-year term began on January 1st, 2021. He formerly served as a law clerk to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, was a civil-rights and public-interest attorney, and started his career as a public-school teacher. Most recently, Eli served as the City of Detroit’s senior …
Join members of our Hispanic Business Students Association to learn more about the community at Ross, classes, and more during this admissions-free session. Most of the session will be dedicated to questions from the audience. This session will not be recorded. Registration link
Racial and ethnic identities play a key role in shaping behaviors, attitudes, institutions, and social structures. As such, scholars across disciplines have been devoted to investigating how race and ethnicity feature in every aspect of social and political life. The purpose of I-REP (Interdisciplinary Workshop in Race, Ethnicity, and Politics) is to provide a space …
Change It Up! © Anti-Black Racism is an interactive session where participants will learn about ways their identities can influence how they interact with others, as well as strategies they can start using immediately to navigate some of these interactions when harm is involved. This 90 minute workshop is focused on bystander intervention in response …
Change It Up!© brings bystander intervention skills to students for the purpose of building supportive and respectful communities. Change It Up! is based on a nationally recognized five-step bystander intervention model that develops students’ skills and confidence when intervening in situations that negatively impact campus climate. This workshop explores how students’ identities and experiences impact …
This discussion is co-sponsored by the University of Michigan Ford School of Public Policy's Poverty Solutions. From the cash bail system, to fines and fees while incarcerated, to the cost of reentering society, our society functions on a punitive system of fines and fees that often catapults those already experiencing hardship into a spiraling cycle …
In this session, participants will learn: The role of allies in creating inclusive environments and creating change The best practices for being an ally How to apply these best practices in a work environment To identify unique obstacles towards being an ally in a remote working environment To challenge their own practices to be more …
Interested in food sustainability or social justice initiatives? Want to explore ways to resist white supremacy within the food system? Come join one of our biweekly meetings to get involved with The University of Michigan Sustainable Food Program. We have four different groups to join, all with different themes. Fill out the interest form and …
Representative Rashida Tlaib is an American politician and lawyer serving as the U.S. representative for Michigan’s 13th congressional district since 2019. The district includes the western half of Detroit, along with several of its western suburbs and much of the Downriver area. A member of the Democratic Party, Tlaib represented the 6th and 12th districts …
Forté seeks to amplify the voices and experiences of all women. They want to help those who have historically been underrepresented in business move forward in their careers and grow as leaders. Join Forté at this free symposium for those who identify as African American, Black, Hispanic, Latinx, and/or Native American. Network with motivated women, connect with …
Building Power is a student led conference that provides attendees with the opportunity to learn about interconnected injustices and engage in collective liberation. This year's conference includes workshops and affinity group sessions on, but not limited to: environmental justice; food and land sovereignty; and housing disenfranchisement. The goal of this event is to create a …
Interested in food sustainability or social justice initiatives? Want to engage in creative expression and open discussion? Come join one of our biweekly meetings to get involved with The University of Michigan Sustainable Food Program. We have four different groups to join, all with different themes. Fill out the interest form and come to a …
Among the many roles she currently holds, UM-Flint School of Management Rita Fields, PhD, is the dual CEO of both 313 Industries, Inc., and Copper Phoenix Consulting, LLC; Lighthouse Michigan's chief talent & strategy officer; and a board member of several high-profile Metro Detroit nonprofits. Remarkable even if you didn't know she was once a …
Join current students from our LGBTQIA2S+ community to learn about life in Ann Arbor, classes, clubs, and more! Most of this session will be dedicated to questions from the audience. This session will not be recorded. Registration link
This interactive virtual workshop introduces principles and practices for thoughtfully engaging with communities, including motivations, impact of social identities, and strategies for engaging in reciprocal, ethical, and respectful ways. Registration link
Open to all students interested in Michigan Business Challenge. As part of the Michigan Business Challenge - Seigle Impact Track program for 2022-23, students will have a chance to learn more about Problem Definition and Root Cause as they plan their enterprises and compete in the challenge. Students will have an opportunity to dig into …
All Net Impact members, plus students from Ross, be sure to attend Net Impact @ Ross' Career event on the subject of how to turn your morals and values into a career. This event is co-sponsored by Business+Impact.
Join Net Impact Undergrad and our co-sponsors in welcoming Gerry Anderson (MBA/MPP ‘88), former Chairman and CEO of DTE Energy. Anderson will be speaking about his journey from being a driven undergrad engineer to becoming a highly influential leader in sustainability as the CEO of DTE Energy. This will include his early desire to make …
The journey to dismantle racism has not ended. Join us to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practice. We invite all members of our school community to attend meetings. Please RSVP. A Zoom Link will be sent out the day of the event. RSVP
Racial Foundations of Public Policy is a speaker series that focuses on the historical roots and impact of race in shaping public policy as both a disciplinary field and as a course of action. Through it, we bring in renowned scholar-experts from across the country to be in conversation with Dean Celeste Watkins-Hayes, the founding director …
Interested in food sustainability or social justice initiatives? Want to engage in zine issuing, editorial meetings, planning of launch parties and more? Come join one of our biweekly meetings to get involved with The University of Michigan Sustainable Food Program. We have four different groups to join, all with different themes. Fill out the interest …
Physician. Advocate. Humanitarian. Dr. Paul Farmer, co-founder of Partners in Health, was these things and more. Join friends from across the institution for a special event examining Dr. Farmer’s life, legacy, and impact on health disparities around the world. Led by U-M colleagues who knew, worked with and learned from Dr. Farmer, our discussion will …
Join this session to speak with current students who completed their degree at a HBCU university prior to joining Ross. We'll be covering what the Ross community is like, classes, and more! Most of the session will be dedicated to questions from the audience. Registration link
This interactive workshop introduces principles and practices for thoughtfully engaging with communities, including motivations, impact of social identities, and strategies for engaging in reciprocal, ethical, and respectful ways. Learning Objectives: Understand and articulate best practices for preparing to enter communities, engaging with communities, and exiting communities in positive, humanizing, and sustainable ways. Reflect on how …
Dr. Ivette Perfecto is the James E. Crowfoot Collegiate Professor of Environmental Justice at the School for Environment And Sustainability (SEAS) at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on biodiversity and arthropod-mediated ecosystem services in rural and urban agriculture. Her lab conducts agroecological research in Latin America and North America, focusing on the impacts …
Join a panel of women at Ross to learn more about the Ross community, classes, clubs, and life in Ann Arbor! Most of this session will be dedicated to questions from the audience. This session will not be recorded. Registration link
Many of us are committed to DEI and accept the extensive evidence from scholarly studies in psychology and neuroscience demonstrating that we all have unconscious biases that affect our interactions with others. The question then becomes, how do we not only become aware of our biases, but also work to overcome them? Learning Objectives: Gain …
Racial and ethnic identities play a key role in shaping behaviors, attitudes, institutions, and social structures. As such, scholars across disciplines have been devoted to investigating how race and ethnicity feature in every aspect of social and political life. The purpose of I-REP (Interdisciplinary Workshop in Race, Ethnicity, and Politics) is to provide a space …
“Race and Racism, Comparatively” is a series of three conversations highlighting the work of scholars both in and beyond U-M whose scholarship is contributing to much-needed conversations on the global dimension of race, racism, and their impacts. Through these events, we seek to help broaden the aperture through which the academic community considers these themes, …
What is Peace Leadership? Join us on Wednesday, 11/2, at 6 PM to learn how you play an active role in fostering peace in the world. This event is open to UM undergrads, and highly encouraged, for students of ALL majors! Appetizers and dinner provided. Registration link
Upcoming DEI event: Intro to Neurodiversity: Unmasking Autism, in conversation with social psychologist/professor/author Devon Price, PhD An event sponsored by the Michigan Medicine Health Information Technology & Services (HITS) DEI Committee When: Thursday, November 3, 2022 1:00-3:00pm EST (Zoom Webinar) Register in advance: https://umich.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OpxZB0K9RJ6g3E5vCO2ABQ *After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information …
Interested in food sustainability or social justice initiatives? Want to explore ways to resist white supremacy within the food system? Come join one of our biweekly meetings to get involved with The University of Michigan Sustainable Food Program. We have four different groups to join, all with different themes. Fill out the interest form and …
Dr. Nyron N. Crawford is an Assistant Professor of Political Science and a faculty fellow in the Public Policy Lab (PPL) at Temple University. His research, teaching, and practice engages psychological science to explore law and policy, especially as they relate to the racial dynamics of public problems, policy design, and policy feedback at sub-national …
When you hear the word “diversity”, what comes to mind? If you’re like most people, religion wasn’t your first thought, or even your second one at that. We live in a world, work jobs, attend classes, and are a part of organizations that are religiously diverse, and yet, this identity is often forgotten or labeled …
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