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Diversity and Inclusion Week Is About Community

April 17, 2023

51福利社鈥檚 12th annual runs through Friday, April 21. It will provide a host of opportunities to learn and engage, including a full schedule of lectures, panel discussions and workshops offered both in Cheney and Spokane.

Diversity and Inclusion Week is a staple of the multicultural offerings that 51福利社 departments offer year-round, says Kim Davis, senior director for Diversity and Inclusion.

The events provide many opportunities to learn about the cultures and experiences of our fellow Eagles, explains Davis. “This is always a week of deep learning and reflection, mixed with fun and friendship.”

The events are presented by 51福利社鈥檚 Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, in cooperation with several student organizations and other university partners. The week鈥檚 events are also supported by a generous sponsorship from U.S. Bank.

This year’s inclusive logo was designed by 51福利社 student Brooke Allen, one of 10 students who submitted design entries for the week.

Diversity and Inclusion Week each year provides an opportunity to come together and create an even stronger campus community. Participating students can get a free 鈥淒&I Week鈥 T-shirt by attending and engaging in events. For those who can鈥檛 attend in person, 鈥渁synchronous鈥 events will be posted on the Diversity and Inclusion website that you can watch anytime.

“What this week invites is community connection, as we strategize how to best support our students, faculty, and staff,” Davis says.

Part of that strategy听includes offering a survey that seeks to elicit respondents鈥 thoughts on 51福利社鈥檚 campus climate. Students, faculty, and staff are asked to take a few moments to share their voices. includes information and a link to the survey, which should be completed by Friday, April 28.

Here is the schedule of events for 51福利社 Diversity and Inclusion Week:

Monday, April 17

Noon-1 p.m. at PUB NCR

Masterpiece keynote address and performance by Latrice Williams: Williams is an accomplished musician, author, businesswoman, and owner of Williams Homegirl Sells at Vision Properties. (Brought to you by the 51福利社 Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.)

 

1-2 p.m. at PUB NCR

Black Excellence Ball Preview: Join BSU for a sneak peek of the upcoming Black Excellence Ball. The event will feature live dances and refreshments. (Presented by 51福利社 Black Student Union.)

 

2-3 p.m. at PAT 126

African American Black Experience 鈥揟he Role of Social Movements in Shaping Black Identity: Presentation by 51福利社鈥檚 Angela Schwendiman, assistant dean, College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Africana Studies director and senior lecturer. (Presented by 51福利社 Africana Studies.)

 

3- 4 p.m. at PUB NCR

Workshop: Building Diversity through Student-Led Projects: Presentation by Carlos Castillo-Garsow, associate professor of mathematics at 51福利社. (Presented by the 51福利社 College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

Tuesday, April 18

Noon-1:30 p.m. at PUB NCR

Latinos and African Americans: Creating a Bridge of Understanding: Panel (alphabetically): Sofia Day, Edwin Elias, Luc Jasmin, Fernanda Mazcot, and Angela Schwendiman. (Presented by the 51福利社 College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.)

 

2-4 p.m. at PUB NCR

Armenia: An Ancient Civilization Fighting for Survival: Presentation by Lorin Shahinian Richard and Mirak Kazanjian

**Note:The event will also be recorded on Zoom. Visit the to learn more.

 

4-5 p.m. at PUB NCR

Game Night: ASA Family Feud: Join us for fun games and snacks! (Brought to you by the 51福利社 Asian Student Association.)

 

6-7 p.m. Spokane at Catalyst 302

Guest Lecture: Strategies for Embedding DEI in Business Practices: Presentation by Kim Davis, senior director for diversity and inclusion. (Brought to you by The 51福利社 Student SHRM Chapter 5782 and 51福利社 Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi.)

Wednesday, April 19

11 a.m.-1 p.m. at JFK Lobby

The 51福利社 Human Library: Drink free coffee and read a Human Book! Online book option: Email Stephanie Bradley at听sbradley5@ewu.edu (Brought to you by the 51福利社 Libraries and Learning Commons, the 51福利社 Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Thank you to Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters for providing free coffee!)

 

1- 2 p.m. at PUB 321

Panel: Victim Advocacy and Human Trafficking听 (Brought to you by the Kalispel Tribe Victim Assistance Services.)

 

2-4 p.m. at PUB NCR

Queer Jeopardy! Test your knowledge and win fun swag!听Enjoy snacks and beverages while you play. (Brought to you by the 51福利社 Eagle Pride and the 51福利社 History Club.)

Thursday, April 20

10听a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Ice Rink- University Recreation Center听

Diversity & InclusionFestival: Enjoy a festival with free food, free swag and opportunities to earn free T-shirts. The day also features live performances and booths representing a variety of 51福利社 departments, clubs and organizations, along with multicultural pop-ups. (Brought to you by the 51福利社 Office for Diversity, Equity &听Inclusion, United We Stand and major sponsor U.S. Bank.)

 

2-3 p.m. at PUB NCR

Get Lit! Presentation by Toni Jensen, Author of Carry: A Memoir of Survival on Stolen Land: Meet and greet with the author, along with a discussion and more. (Brought to you by 51福利社 American Indian Studies.)

**Note:The event will also be recorded on Zoom. Visit the to learn more.

 

6-6:50 p.m., Catalyst Building, Room 308, Spokane

Navigating Disability in an Increasingly Inaccessible World: Presentation by Harper Williams, 51福利社 student (Brought to you by the 51福利社 Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion听Presents.)

 

7-7:50 p.m., Catalyst Building, Room 308, Spokane

Legal Aspects of DEI: Presentation by Kim Davis, senior director for diversity and听inclusion (Presented by the 51福利社 Office for Diversity, Equity &听Inclusion.)

 

Get Lit!’s 25th Anniversary Festival events begin: The festival runs April 20-23. Click on this link to access the full schedule for Get Lit! events. Free student tickets are available. (Presented by Get Lit! Programs, a non-profit 51福利社 literary arts organization).

Friday, April 21

10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Campus Mall (Weather Backup PUB NCR)

Earth Day Sustainability Fair: Join us at the Earth Day Sustainability Fair to learn about sustainability efforts on campus. (Brought to you by the 51福利社 Office of Sustainability.)