Interested in doing research over the summer but don’t know where to start? Join us in this workshop to learn about how to find summer research opportunities and UConn and beyond.

FAMILEE Training

3-6:30PM

At The Beanery
The Beanery Café will be open for drinks and snacks

4:30-7PM

In the Galleries:

• Visit with cute pet Therapy Dogs Millie and Grant
• Live DJ with WHUS
• Craft: Decorate a frame for your polaroid portrait
  *Feel free to come dressed as your favorite pop star for your portrait!
• Pick up an art sticker
• Do a fun scavenger hunt in the galleries with friends
  
  
• 20% off in the Museum Store all day

This program will explore:

• The Intersection of Environmental Justice and Social Inequities: How environmental challenges disproportionately affect marginalized groups and what can be done to address these disparities.
• Voices from the Frontlines: Hear from community leaders and activists who are advocating for environmental justice and making a difference in their communities.
• Policy and Advocacy: Discussing the role of policy in promoting environmental justice and how individuals can get involved in advocacy efforts.
• Building Inclusive Movements: Strategies for creating inclusive environmental movements that uplift and empower all identities.

This program aims to shed light on the critical issues at the intersection of environmental justice and social equity and inspire action towards a more just and sustainable future.

This is an Honors Event. See tags below for categories. #UHLevent10984

Come watch the Women’s Basketball game and enjoy a special performance by Lisa Odjig at the Halftime Show. Lisa Odjig (Wiikwemkoong First Nation) is a two-time champion of the prestigious World Hoop Dance Championship held yearly at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona. Taught by her uncle at a young age, Lisa’s lifelong work includes showcasing her interpretation of Hoop Dance throughout the US, Canada, and other international destinations. With each performance, she continues to inspire and bring joy to people from all walks of life. Sponsored by NACP, NAISA, NAIS, WGSS, and the Women’s Center.

The Traditional hoop dance is a storytelling, teaching and healing dance. Join us for a performance by Lisa Odjig, who inspire and bring joy to people from all walks of life. 

The Rainbow Center (RC) will present the current best practices to support LGBTQIA+ students in higher education settings. Topics discussed include SOGI(E) definitions, pronoun usage, chosen names and supporting research. The RC will also give an overview of current Gender Inclusive Initiatives. Participants will have a chance to engage in discussion and ask questions. The Graduate School will share information on pronoun visibility in GradSlate, how to use this information in relation to admissions and recruitment, and best practices for admission/welcome letters.

FACILITATORS:

• Kelsey O’Neil, Director, Rainbow Center
• Ian Shick, Assistant Director, Rainbow Center
• Meg Buckley, Director of Graduate Admissions, The Graduate School
• Lisa Pane, Director of CRM & Data Management, The Graduate School

See more about all Timely Topics offered by The Graduate School.

Please register to receive a Webex link for this event.

Interested in doing research over the summer but don’t know where to start? Join us in this workshop to learn about how to find summer research opportunities and UConn and beyond.

International Students - Do you have concerns about how the recent U.S. election will impact you and your experience at UConn?  Join other international students in a supportive community to listen to each other and to learn how the CISS will serve as a resource to you now and in the future. 

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Come join the Rainbow Center and @uconn_nacp in celebrating Native American Heritage Month by watching the movie Wildhood (2021)!This coming-of-age film centers two Native brothers on a journey to reconnect with family as one of them discovers their queer identity. There will also be free food and drinks served! Content warnings include sex & nudity, violence & gore, profanity, alcohol, drugs & smoking.

FAMILEE will be hosting a monthly event for the program. Mentors and mentees are welcome to come and have fun!