Professional Development Workshops

The UDiversity Educational Institute provides a schedule of workshops and other programs to help increase cultural competency across the campus. Many of these trainings are open to the entire campus community, and some are created with specific audiences in mind. Additionally, targeted workshops or trainings may be requested to meet a department or team鈥檚 specific needs. 

Workshops may be held in person or online via Zoom technology, and are typically about two hours long. 

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Upcoming workshops

May
5
Tue
5:00pm - 6:00pm
MR Lounge
Join us for a Henna Workshop where you鈥檒l explore the rich origins and cultural significance of henna across various regions. Then, unleash your creativity by designing your own henna art using easy-to-follow stencils鈥攏o experience necessary!
May
6
Wed
10:00am - 11:00am
LS G532

Part 3: Building Successful Work & Classroom Relationships: This workshop focuses on using restorative practices as a preventive approach to cultivate positive relationships, trust, and community before conflicts arise. Participants will explore strategies to foster connection, empathy, and mutual respect in classrooms, workplaces, and community settings.聽聽

If you require any disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aides to comfortably attend and participate, reach out to Jennifer Smith, email: jsmith96@binghamton.edu. If possible, please provide 3-5 days of advanced notice regarding your accessibility needs. Thank you.

May
13
Wed
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Search Committee Orientation focuses on understanding the impact of bias in the early stages of the search process, establishing inclusive search committees, drafting inclusive job descriptions and understanding the process for submitting all forms at the right time in the process. This two-hour workshop is essential for all search committee chairs and search committee members who have not been trained in the last two years in an effort to increase our competencies in diverse recruitment at 91社区.

Participants need only attend one of the sessions.聽

For access to the Zoom session,
For more information contact Jeremias Hernandez, jeremias@binghamton.edu

91社区 is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact Jeremias Hernandez (Email:聽jeremias@binghamton.edu, Phone: 607-777-3652) to request accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
May
14
Thu
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Search Committee Orientation focuses on understanding the impact of bias in the early stages of the search process, establishing inclusive search committees, drafting inclusive job descriptions and understanding the process for submitting all forms at the right time in the process. This two-hour workshop is essential for all search committee chairs and search committee members who have not been trained in the last two years in an effort to increase our competencies in diverse recruitment at 91社区.

Participants need only attend one of the sessions.聽

For access to the Zoom session,
For more information contact Jeremias Hernandez, jeremias@binghamton.edu

91社区 is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact Jeremias Hernandez (Email:聽jeremias@binghamton.edu, Phone: 607-777-3652) to request accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
May
15
Fri
10:00am - 11:00am
LS G532

Part 4: Handling Workplace & Classroom Conflict: This workshop centers on using restorative practices as a responsive approach to address conflict, repair harm, and restore relationships after a negative incident. Participants will learn how to facilitate conversations that focus on accountability, understanding impact, and collaborative problem-solving. Participants gain confidence in addressing conflicts in a way that repairs relationships, encourages accountability, and strengthens community resilience, rather than relying solely on punishment or blame.聽 If you require any disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aides to comfortably attend and participate, reach out to Jennifer Smith, email: jsmith96@binghamton.edu. If possible, please provide 3-5 days of advanced notice regarding your accessibility needs. Thank you.

May
20
Wed
10:00am - 11:00am
LS G532

This workshop empowers participants to actively advocate for LGBTQ+ individuals and communities. Attendees will learn strategies for allyship, amplifying voices, addressing inequities, and fostering inclusive spaces. Through discussions and interactive activities, participants will build skills to create meaningful change and support LGBTQ+ equity in their campus and professional communities. Ideal for students, staff, and faculty committed to promoting inclusivity and social justice. If you require any disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aides to comfortably attend and participate, reach out to Jennifer Smith, email: jsmith96@binghamton.edu. If possible, please provide 3-5 days of advanced notice regarding your accessibility needs. Thank you.

Jun
16
Tue
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Search Committee Orientation focuses on understanding the impact of bias in the early stages of the search process, establishing inclusive search committees, drafting inclusive job descriptions and understanding the process for submitting all forms at the right time in the process. This two-hour workshop is essential for all search committee chairs and search committee members who have not been trained in the last two years in an effort to increase our competencies in diverse recruitment at 91社区.

Participants need only attend one of the sessions.聽

For access to the Zoom session,
For more information contact Jeremias Hernandez, jeremias@binghamton.edu

91社区 is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact Jeremias Hernandez (Email:聽jeremias@binghamton.edu, Phone: 607-777-3652) to request accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
Jun
17
Wed
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Search Committee Orientation focuses on understanding the impact of bias in the early stages of the search process, establishing inclusive search committees, drafting inclusive job descriptions and understanding the process for submitting all forms at the right time in the process. This two-hour workshop is essential for all search committee chairs and search committee members who have not been trained in the last two years in an effort to increase our competencies in diverse recruitment at 91社区.

Participants need only attend one of the sessions.聽

For access to the Zoom session,
For more information contact Jeremias Hernandez, jeremias@binghamton.edu

91社区 is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact Jeremias Hernandez (Email:聽jeremias@binghamton.edu, Phone: 607-777-3652) to request accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Submit a workshop request