Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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Spring Learning Opportunities
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Feature by: Dr. John Johnson, Vice President for Inclusive Excellence
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We want to welcome everyone back to campus for the Spring 2024 semester. This is likely to be a semester filled with ups and downs, joys and challenges, and there will be an abundance of opportunities for our community to learn, build and engage with one another.
The Division of Inclusive Excellence (formerly known as Diversity and Inclusion) will continue to use Whitman Today to share information and resources with the campus each Wednesday. More details will be coming from the college regarding the Dialogue and Dignity initiative, but today, we want to announce a number of opportunities that folks can explore independently or in teams this semester to increase their capacity for advancing inclusive excellence and enhance their DEIA competencies.
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Additional details about each of the listed resources are available online (read more).
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Inclement Weather Protocols
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- Delay/closure decisions are made following discussions between administration, campus security and facilities.
- When possible, notifications about closures or delays are sent by 7 a.m.
- Notifications will be via email or via the emergency alert system, depending on the urgency.
- Safety should be your top priority. Take things slow and use your best judgment about the conditions where you are.
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If the college is operating, but you are unable to get to campus:
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- Students should notify any relevant professors and supervisors.
- Faculty members should notify their division chair and the students in any affected classes.
- Staff members should notify their supervisors to discuss work from home or other arrangements.
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A big thank you to Facilities Services for clearing sidewalks and helping maintain access to campus. Information on snow removal priorities is available on the website.
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Fitness Center Closed Until Noon Today
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Baker Ferguson Fitness Center (BFFC) is closed today from 9 a.m. to noon to accommodate an HVAC system installation project.
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Reminder: Staff Coffee Break Today
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The Office of the President will host a Staff Coffee Break today at 2 p.m. in the Hall of Music Foyer. Enjoy a midafternoon break to socialize with your colleagues and learn more about the Department of Music.
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QPR Suicide Prevention Training for Faculty and Staff Next Week
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Faculty and staff members are invited to participate in a two-hour suicide prevention training provided by Counseling Center staff. The QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) model has been proven to decrease suicide risk in communities like ours. Participants will be certified as a QPR Gatekeeper, valid for one year. The training will take place from 1-3 p.m. on Friday Jan. 26 in Maxey 104. Space is limited, so please RSVP in advance and email questions to QPR@whitman.edu. (Flyer attached.)
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Last week, staff and faculty were invited to attend a two-part Community Learning Days workshop, facilitated by Community Resilience Initiative. In preparation for the start of a new semester, participants learned about how to use neuroscience to foster a more resilient and supportive educational community.
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Cleveland Commons, Lizzie Murr Conference Room
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Workshop: What Does This Body Make?
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Harper Joy Theatre, Freimann Studio
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Workshop: Risky Business - A Dance Class
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Harper Joy Theatre, Freimann Studio
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