The Office of Social Justice Initiatives & Identity Programs Presents
The Second Annual Inclusive Excellence Symposium
(Virtual Edition)
JOIN US THIS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH!
The 2nd Annual Inclusive Excellence Symposium will be a timely and transformative virtual experience for our UC Merced scholars and community, thrusting us towards defining and experiencing student success for ourselves through radical healing, innovative dialogues, and fostering a culture of care, belonging, and transformation in our community, at a time when we need inclusive thought leaders most. The Inclusive Excellence Symposium, guided by the theme of “We, The People” is designed to cultivate a campus culture and environment where everyone feels valued and supported, even remotely.
This year's symposium is arranged along the theme of "We, The People" into 3 foci: Who We Are, How We Heal, and How We Move Forward. We have great sessions and guest speakers planned that you won't want to miss out on. Whether you're in need of healing, inspiration, community, or deeper dialogue, there's a session this Saturday waiting for you. Please plan to attend one, two, or all sessions if you're available and share with any Bobcats you think could be interested!!! This event is coordinated and sponsored by the Office of Social Justice Initiatives & Identity Programs. Please direct any questions or concerns to socialjustice@ucmerced.edu.
When: Saturday, November 7, 2020 10AM-4:30PM PST (Multiple Sessions, Come When You Can)
Zoom Information: Register at https://tinyurl.com/IESymposium2020
Symposium Schedule:
10:00AM WE THE PEOPLE Symposium Welcome from Event Coordinators
10:30AM Who We Are: Student Leader Panel moderated by Virginia Manadeg
12:00PM How We Heal: Sound Healing Yoga Class with Guests Angie Franklin and Niva Flor of Afro Yoga
1:30PM How We Heal: Community Healing Circle facilitated by Angie Franklin and Nicole Carter of Afro Yoga
3:00PM How We Move Forward: Closing Speaker Jess Evora of the Margo Souza Student Leadership Center
4:00PM Symposium Closing Address from Event Coordinators
