CQ Forums 2017-2018
Table of Contents
Monocultural Mindsets and Intercultural Global Mindsets: Evaluating Our Progress in Intercultural Competence - April 24, 2018 (CQ #8)
General Information:
- differentiate monocultural and global mindsets,
- recognize personal progress in intercultural competence,
- reflect on progress being made to identify areas in which growth is desired, and
- use evaluation of intercultural competence to set personal and or program goals.
Presenters
- Dr. Ruban Rivera Associate Professor of History and Chief Diversity Officer, Bethel University
Time and Location
- April 24, 2018 - 9:55 am - 10:35 am - Youderian
Video Recording
Cultural Competence: Hospitality, Dignity, and the Power of Recognition - March 27, 2018 (CQ #7)
General Information:
Attend this special CQ session to:
- Grow in intercultural competence skills of self-awareness, openness, and motivation related to hospitality
- Consider the role of care and compassion in the work of inclusion
- Discuss the power of hospitality in creating contexts in which others are not merely present, but thriving
- Identify strategies for engaging in hospitality on a personal level, and on an institutional level
Presenters
- Russ Gregg, Head of Hope Academy, Minneapolis and Nathan Ziegler, Upper School Principal Hope Academy, Minneapolis
Time and Location
- March 27, 2018 - 9:55 am - 10:35 am - Youderian
Video Recording
Do You See Me? Understanding the Culture of Disabilities On Our Campus - February 21, 2018 (CQ #6)
General Information:
Attend this session to
- gain an understanding of data to understand definitions of disability,
- understand our cultural work in light of National data in this area, and
- “begin to see” students who may feel invisible, and understand areas of success and struggle for them on our campus.
Presenters
- David Golias: Director of Disability Services/CAPSS
Time and Location
- February 21, 2018 - 10:30 am - 11:10 am - Youderian
Video Recording
What Our Incoming Students Know, or Don't Know About Culture - January 24, 2018 (CQ #5)
General Information:
Knowing that we understand others better when we have learned about them, and serve best when we understand those we serve, you are invited to attend CQ5 to learn more about our incoming students. Consider how possessing substantial knowledge about our own and others’ cultural beliefs, values, and practices affects learning, understanding of current issues/events, and interactions with others.
Presenters
- Dr. Jonathan Loopstra
Time and Location
- January 24, 2018 - 10:30 am - 11:10 am - Youderian
Video Recording
Understanding Latino Culture: Addressing the Unique Assets and Challenges of Latino Students - November 28, 2017 (CQ #4)
General Information:
- Demonstrate Openness—we serve best when we initiate and sustain relationships in a spirit of hospitality
- Understand—we understand others better when we have learned about them
- Serve—we serve best when we understand those we serve
Presenters
- Reverend Bishop Jose Anleu, Senior Pastor and Associate Pastor Luz Elena Anleu
Time and Location
- November 28, 2017 - 9:55 am - 10:35 am - Youderian
Video Recording
Seeing Through the Eyes of Others: Understanding the Hmong Culture to Better Serve Our Hmong Students - November 1, 2017 (CQ #3)
General Information:
- Demonstrate Openness—We serve best when we initiate and sustain relationships in a spirit of hospitality.
- Understand—We understand others better when we have learned about them.
- Serve—We serve best when we understand those we serve.
Presenters
Dr. Timothy T. Vang Senior Pastor at Hmong American Alliance Church, Maplewood, MN and Professor Dale Lemke, Chair of Christian Ministries, UNW
Time and Location
- November 1, 2017 - 10:30 am - 11:10 am - G205
Video Recording
Cultivating Skills to Engage with Others Whose Views Differ from Our Own - October 4, 2017 (CQ #2)
General Information:
Cultivate cultural competence skills to:
- identify your perspectives
- communicate across potential differences
- ask open-ended questions to identify content, context, and intention
- handle conflict that lies just below the surface
- demonstrate rapport and respect in difficult circumstances
Presenters
Dr. Jonathan Stuart Fulbright Scholar, Professor, and Mediator
Time and Location
- October 4, 2017 - 10:30 am - 11:10 am - G205
Video Recording
The Hidden Brain and Cultural Competency - September 12, 2017 (CQ #1)
General Information:
Attend this special CQ session to learn how the hidden brain, based on our own experiences, influences our understanding of others, our understanding of contexts, and how it influences our perspectives and decision-making. Gain new insight and skills that will lead to transformative relationships across social and cultural boundaries!
Presenters
Dr. Ramon A. Pastrano IV CEO of Impact Lives
Time and Location
- September 12, 2017 - 9:55 am - 10:35 am - Youderian