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UC Diversity Conference April 2010 Carol Tonge Mack Associate Academic Director UC Center for Exploratory Studies Tara Stopfel Warden Assistant Dean Director McMicken College of Arts Sciences UC Center for Exploratory Studies The Advising Centers and Team Center for Exploratory Studies McMicken College of Arts Sciences Before the Beginning Placing an emphasis on cultural competence in the university setting Diversity training @ University of North Texas NCBI – National Coalition Building Institute Equity Diversity Conference Regular staff training - university department levels Carol’s Pivotal Role Previous work with University of New Hampshire Co-chair, Diversity Team President’s Commission on the Status of People of Color Missing link: learning about cultural differences after transition to UC UC’s Obvious Needs Advisor Qualities Hiring Priorities Building the right team is critical “Has demonstrable experience and perspective that genuinely appreciates, understands, supports and effectively accommodates diverse student backgrounds and experiences” “Can bring something special to the staff to further diversify what we do to accommodate our students” Office Climate Create an inclusive, welcoming, appreciative, supportive environment for all staff and students Priority for diversity communicated Atmosphere where no subject is off-limits Honest discourse and open, respectful discussions Room for improvement—politically correct slips become educational opportunity Why Develop a Cultural Competence Series? Essential professional development The need to be comfortable with any discussion Staff development: learning more about your colleagues Learning/teaching moments with students Intentionally create opportunities for leadership How to Develop a Series Decide on topics based on needs/learning outcomes Consider resources and opportunities (locations, people) Mix it up and keep it interesting and enjoyable! Formats Venues Hands-on, interactive (e