View our daily schedule below or download the PDF version.
Monday, August 28
Tuesday, August 29
Wednesday, August 30
Thursday, August 31
Friday, September 1
Schedule for Monday, August 28, 2023
Community Resource Fair Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: International Lounge This fair brings together local organizations and services to provide valuable information and assistance to residents in a collaborative and accessible setting.
With Saluki Pride Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Location: SSB 150/160 & Pavilion This event creates an enthusiastic and inclusive atmosphere for returning members and newcomers alike to celebrate their shared connection and engagement with the community.
DiversiTree Host: 4-H Club Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Location: SSB 150/160 This event involves fostering cultural diversity awareness and understanding through collaborative activities, enriching the experiences of young learners in the 4-H Club.
Diversity Week Kick-off Event Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Student Center Auditorium Gabby Rivera, the first Latina to write for Marvel Comics, will be the guest speaker for the kickoff event. Rivera is a queer, Bronx-born, Puerto Rican author. Her solo series “America” features the queer Latina, America Chavez. She is the writer and creator of b.b. free, an original comic series with BOOM! Studios have a podcast, Joy Revolution. Rivera also advocates for LGBTQ+ youth and speaks across the country.
Schedule for Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Green Zone Training: Military Culture 101 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: Kaskaskia/Missouri Room This event offers participants a comprehensive understanding of military culture, enabling them to provide effective support and assistance to veterans and service members in their communities.
Diversity Plan Kick-off Luncheon:Invite Only Time: Noon - 1:00 pm Location: Kaskaskia/Missouri Room This luncheon serves as the inaugural gathering to launch a comprehensive strategy for fostering diversity and inclusion, uniting key stakeholders in a collaborative effort.
Carbondale’s Religious Diversity: Brown Bag Luncheon Time: Noon - 1:00 pm Location: Mississippi Room This luncheon provides a casual and informative platform for community members to explore and celebrate the various religious traditions that contribute to the cultural tapestry of Carbondale.
BSFC Welcome Back Event Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Location: SC Bowling Alley This event creates a supportive and empowering space for black staff and faculty members to reconnect, fostering a sense of community and shared goals for the upcoming year.
Women in Action Ceremony Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: ML Guyon Auditorium This ceremony honors and recognizes the achievements, contributions, and resilience of exceptional women, inspiring a legacy of empowerment and progress.
Schedule for Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Women in the Military: From Service to the Workforce Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: Student Services Building 150 From Service to the Workforce explores the remarkable journey of women in the military, examining their transition from service to the workforce and the challenges and successes they encounter along the way.
Lunch and Learn: Where do We go From Here: Affirmative Action Time: 12:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Old Main Room Where do We go From Here presents a thought-provoking discussion on the future of affirmative action, addressing its legal, social, and educational implications within the context of the School of Law.
SMRC Welcome Back Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Location: 150/160 & Pavilion This event warmly embraces diversity, encouraging students from various backgrounds to come together, share their stories, and engage in a year of meaningful cultural exchange and collaboration.
LGBTQ+SFC Welcome Back Reception Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Old Main Room This reception fosters a warm and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and allies to reconnect, share experiences, and strengthen their sense of belonging within the campus community.
BRC Alumni Speaks Banquet Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: ML Guyon Auditorium This banquet provides an inspiring platform for alumni to share their experiences, insights, and achievements, offering guidance and motivation to current students seeking to excel both academically and personally.
Schedule for Thursday, August 31, 2023
Breakfast Grab-n-Go with the HLSFC Time: 8:00 am - 10:00 am Location: SSB 150/160 This breakfast serves as a vital support and networking hub, fostering collaboration and representation among Hispanic and Latino staff and faculty members to enrich the campus community.
Disability Support Welcome Back Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: SSB 150/160 This event creates an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for students with disabilities, offering resources, connections, and a sense of community as they embark on a new academic year.
Network Empowering Women (NEW): Welcome Back Lunch Time: Noon - 1:00 pm Location: Cambria Room This lunch fosters a warm and inclusive environment for faculty, staff and students who identify as women and allies to network and reconnect.
Student Luncheon w/Mayor Time: Noon - 1:00 pm Location: Old Main Room This luncheon provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in open dialogue, discuss community issues, and build connections with local leadership in an informal and informative setting.
WRC-Sweet Treats Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Location: SSB Pavilion This event offers a delightful and relaxed space for participants to gather, enjoy refreshments, and engage in conversations that promote empowerment, inclusivity, and support for women within the community.
"Diversity is" Event Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Faner Hall Breezeway From Deft Lunch, the project invites everyone to add their thoughts and insights in an effort to recognize, celebrate, and promote the unlimited value of diversity around the world.
Honoring the Life of Retired Col. Harvey Welch - POSTPONED Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Location: ML Guyon Auditorium This event is a tribute event that commemorates the impactful contributions and legacy of a respected individual, celebrating his dedication and service to the community.
Schedule for Friday, September 1, 2023
Bienvenidos: Latino Student Welcome Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: SSB 170 "Bienvenidos" means "welcome" in Spanish. This is an event to welcome all Latino-identifying students, including incoming first-years, transfer students, and current students back to campus. This event will connect students to resources available to them on and off campus while providing an opportunity to meet other students.
International Coffee Hour Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Center for International Education This event provides a welcoming platform for cultural exchange, where students from diverse backgrounds come together to share their experiences, traditions, and perspectives over a cup of coffee.
