Employee Engagement
The Division of Campus Life and Inclusion provides events, training, and discussion opportunities along lines of differences, shared experiences, and fundamental humanity for employees on our campus.
Some programs include:
Black Reads Discussion Series – In conjunction with Library Services, students, faculty, and staff interested in learning about books by Black authors were invited to take part in the virtual Black Reads Discussion Series. In addition, Library Services staff gathered a list of books by Black authors to display in the Harold C. Smith Learning Commons as part of a “Black Reads” exhibit to kick off the semester.
Employee Trainings – Faculty and staff eagerly joined us for thought-provoking sessions (see examples):
- “Managing Bias in the Workplace” - This session defined bias in easy-to-understand terms, and provided attendees with tools to manage bias in the workplace.
- “Valuing a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community” - This session highlighted why valuing a diverse and inclusive campus community is critical to the current and future success of Springfield College.
- "How to be an Antiracist on Campus" - This session examined the words of Ibram Kendi, as found in his New York Times best-selling book, How to Be an Antiracist.
Reception for Employees from Traditionally Marginalized Communities (and Allies) - The receptions are designed to cultivate a welcoming space where all employees from traditionally marginalized communities, and allies, feel supported and valued.
PRIDE Talks - Launched in 2018, Pride Talks is a series of TED-style talks that allow faculty, staff, students an opportunity to present on a topic of interest related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
