Office of Employee Belonging, Development & Leadership

LGBTQ+ Advocate Training Level 2
2023-03-01 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Mar. 1 (Wed) | LGBTQ+ Advocate Training Level 2 | Requires RSVP | 12pm-2pm

LGBTQ+ Advocate Training Level 3
2023-03-08 12:00 - 14:00
Mar. 8 (Wed) | LGBTQ+ Advocate Training Level 3 | Requires RSVP | 12pm-2pm
The Welcoming Project is an informative, interactive, fun, and brave space for faculty, staff, and students to become visible advocates for EWU’s LGBTQ+ communities. Welcoming Project advocates help create a more accepting and inclusive environment on EWU’s campuses. Participants who complete the Welcoming Project receive an advocate placard that indicates they are an affirming person with whom LGBTQ+ folks can connect.
We now offer three different “levels” of our advocate training to provide progressively deeper and complex skill sets and knowledge to support and serve LGBTQ+ students. All trainings are now facilitated through Canvas and provide a blend of synchronous and asynchronous content.
Register HERE

Workshop: How to be an Effective Anti-Racism Ally
2023-03-09 12:00 - 13:30
Mar. 9 (Thurs) | Workshop: How to be an Effective Anti-Racism Ally | Monroe Hall 207 WAGE Center Lounge | 12pm-1:30pm
In this interactive workshop, participants will learn how white women’s experience with patriarchy can be turned into a window for them to understand how they can be more effective as an anti-racism ally.
More Information about this workshop: HERE

Drag 101: Paris is Burning (Film and Panel)
2023-03-09 18:00 - 20:00
Mar. 9 (Thurs) | Drag 101: Paris is Burning (Film and Panel) | PUB 317/319 | 6pm-8pm

EWU at Habitat for Humanity's "Women Build"
2023-03-11 08:30 - 12:00
Mar. 11 (Sat) | EWU at Habitat for Humanity’s “Women Build” | Requires RSVP | 8:30am-12pm

Drag Show On Ice: A Fairy's Tale
2023-03-11 19:00 - 21:00
Mar. 11 (Sat) | Drag Show On Ice: A Fairy’s Tale | URC Ice Rink | 7pm-9pm

Panel: Finding Life Balance in the Era of Hustle Culture and Gendered Expectations
2023-03-15 12:00 - 13:30
Mar. 15 (Wed) | Panel: Finding Life Balance in the Era of Hustle Culture and Gendered Expectations | PUB NCR | 12pm-1:30pm

Ivy Leadership Keynote Guest Speaker
2023-03-16

Panel: Woman, Life, Freedom Movement in Iran
2023-03-22 16:00 - 18:00
Mar. 22 (Wed) | Panel: Women, Life, Freedom Movement in Iran | PUB NCR | 4pm-6pm

UndocuALLY Workshop
2023-03-23 12:00 - 14:00
Mar. 23 (Thurs) | UndocuALLY Workshop | Requires RSVP | 12pm-2pm

National Long-Sleeve Shirt Drive during Farmworker Awareness Week
2023-03-24 - 2023-03-31
Mar. 24 – 31 | National Long-Sleeve Shirt Drive during Farmworker Awareness Week

Giving Joy Day
2023-04-03
Today, April 3, is Giving Joy Day at Eastern Washington University. Your contributions change the lives of our students, and, even more, the future of entire communities. Please show your support by making a donation of any amount. You can directly donate to the programming we provide, by selecting Diversity and Inclusion Program: https://www.ewu.edu/give/funds/.
Let’s raise $400,000 in one day! Go Eags!

Diversity & Equity Campus Climate Survey
2023-04-10 - 2023-04-28
We prize your perspective, STUDENTS. We value your voice, FACULTY.
We need your knowledge, STAFF and ADMINISTRATORS.
Please help EWU be the best it can be.
We are opening up Diversity & Equity Campus Climate Surveys on Monday, April 10 to get your feedback and experiences at EWU. We have a true desire to learn from you. Please take the time to inform us of what we do well and the opportunities for growth. Note: Employees may complete the survey on work time. We will close the survey on April 28.
We are looking for faculty to partner with us in giving students an opportunity to fill out surveys as an assignment, extra credit, or during class. If you are a willing faculty, please contact Kim Davis at kdavis2@ewu.edu to talk about partnership opportunities.
We would like to thank the campus community for their time in completing the survey…
“Pizza for Participation” Party
April 10-13 (Monday-Thursday), 11am-1pm Daily
Come take the EWU 2023 Climate Survey, and eat some pizza. Tables will be set up on the main floor of the PUB, right outside of the Nysether Community Room. Show us you completed the survey, and have a SLICE on us!

Recruitment and Retention of Faculty/Staff of Color (Zoom Workshop)
2023-04-13 10:00 - 12:00
The Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion presents a Zoom workshop, Recruitment and Retention of Faculty/Staff of Color with Dr. Betina Wilkinson, Associate Professor and Associate Chair, Politics and International Affairs, Wake Forest University.
Dr. Wilkinson will present data and strategies on recruitment and retention of faculty and staff of color, followed by discussion and a brainstorming session for EWU faculty and staff.
Dr. Betina Wilkinson Profile: https://politics.wfu.edu/faculty-and-staff/betina-c-wilkinson/
Thursday, April 13 from 10 a.m. – noon
https://ewu.zoom.us/j/92843229301

Diversity & Inclusion Week 2023
2023-04-17 - 2023-04-21
April 17-21, 2023
Highlights:
-Keynote address and performance
-The Human Library at EWU
-Diversity Festival with free food, free T-shirts, live performances, and multicultural pop-ups
-Earth Day Sustainability Fair
-Panels, presentations, and games
Volunteers are needed! Free fabulous t-shirt for volunteers. To volunteer, email Stephanie Bradley at sbradley5@ewu.edu
Look for our Diversity & Inclusion Week Newsletter coming out on April 14. Find event details and online offerings, updated daily on our website:
https://test-inside.ewu.edu/diversityandinclusion/diversity-inclusion-week/
Questions or accommodation requests can be directed to Kim Davis, kdavis2@ewu.edu.

D&I Week Keynote "Masterpiece"
2023-04-17 12:00 - 13:00
D&I Week Keynote
“Masterpiece”
Presented by Latrice Williams
Location: PUB NCR
Livestream Link:
https://ewu.zoom us/j/94969356653

Black Excellence Ball Preview
2023-04-17 13:00 - 14:00
Black Excellence Ball Preview
Presented by Black Student Union
Location: PUB NCR
Join BSU for a sneak peek of their
upcoming Black Excellence Ball
Enjoy live dances and refreshments!

African American Black Experience – The Role of Social Movements in Shaping Black Identity
2023-04-17 14:00 - 15:00
2- 3 p.m. at PAT 126
Africana Studies Presents
African American Black Experience –
The Role of Social Movements in Shaping Black Identity
Presented by Angela Schwendiman
Assistant Dean – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Africana Studies Director and Senior Lecturer
Livestream Link:
https://ewu.zoom.us/j/97104804841

Workshop: Building Diversity through Student-Led Projects
2023-04-17 15:00 - 16:00
3- 4 p.m. at PUB NCR
College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Presents
Workshop: Building Diversity through Student-Led Projects
Presented by Dr. Carlos Castillo-Garsow
Associate Professor of Mathematics
Livestream Link:
https://ewu.zoom.us/j/99895690721

Panel: Latinos and African Americans: Creating a Bridge of Understanding
2023-04-18 12:00 - 13:30
Tuesday, April 18
Noon-1:30 p.m. at PUB NCR
The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Presents
Latinos and African Americans: Creating a Bridge of Understanding
Panel (alphabetically): Sofia Day, Dr. Edwin Elias, Luc Jasmin, Fernanda Mazcot, and Angela Schwendiman
Livestream Link:
https://ewu.zoom.us/j/94366941961

Armenia: An Ancient Civilization Fighting for Survival
2023-04-18 14:00 - 16:00
April 18
2- 4 p.m. at PUB NCR
Armenia: An Ancient Civilization Fighting for Survival
Presented by Lorin Shahinian Richard and Mirak Kazanjian
Location: PUB NCR
Livestream Link:
https://ewu.zoom.us/j/95148958951

Game Night: ASA Family Feud
2023-04-18 16:00 - 17:00
Tuesday, April 18
4- 5 p.m. at PUB NCR
The Asian Student Association Presents
Game Night: ASA Family Feud
Join us for fun games and snacks!

Guest Lecture: Strategies for Embedding DEI in Business Practices
2023-04-18 18:00 - 19:00
Tuesday, April 18
6- 7 p.m. Spokane at Catalyst 302
The EWU Student SHRM Chapter 5782 and EWU Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi Present
Guest Lecture: Strategies for Embedding DEI in Business Practices
Presented by Kim Davis
Senior Director for Diversity & Inclusion

The EWU Human Library
2023-04-19 11:00 - 13:00
Wednesday, April 19
11 a.m.- 1 p.m. at JFK Lobby
The EWU Human Library
Drink free coffee and read a Human Book!
Sponsored by EWU Libraries and Learning Commons,
Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,
Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters
Online Book Option: Email Stephanie Bradley at sbradley5@ewu.edu.

Panel: Victim Advocacy and Human Trafficking
2023-04-19 13:00 - 14:00
Wednesday, April 19
1- 2 p.m. at PUB 321
Kalispel Tribe Victim Assistance Services Presents
Panel: Victim Advocacy and Human Trafficking
Livestream Link:
https://ewu.zoom.us/j/95578035568

Queer Jeopardy!
2023-04-19 14:00 - 16:00
Wednesday, April 19
2- 4 p.m. at PUB NCR
Eagle Pride and the History Club Present
Queer Jeopardy!
Test your knowledge and win fun swag! Enjoy snacks and beverages while you play.

25th Anniversary Get Lit! Festival
2023-04-20 - 2023-04-23
Join us in celebrating 25 years of the Get Lit! Festival with four full days of readings, writing workshops, craft classes, open mics, panel discussions, literary happy hours, and more — offered for free or at low-cost. Each year brings a diverse lineup of highly sought-after authors to our region.
Get Lit! events are taking place throughout Spokane, April 20-23.
Free student tickets are available by request at getlit@ewu.edu.
Free EWU Campus Get Litl Offering as part of Diversity & Inclusion Week:
Toni Jensen, author of Carry: A Memoir of Survival on Stolen Land
Thursday, April 20, 2023, 2 PM – 3 PM (PUB NCR)

Diversity & Inclusion Festival
2023-04-20 10:00 - 14:00
Thursday, April 20
10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at Ice Rink- University Recreation Center
Sponsored by the Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,
U.S. Bank, and United We Stand
Diversity & Inclusion Festival
Free Food
Free Swag
Earn Free T-Shirts (Pictured above)
Live Performances
EWU Departments, Clubs & Orgs
Multicultural Pop-ups

Toni Jensen, Author of Carry: A Memoir of Survival on Stolen Land
2023-04-20 14:00 - 15:00
2- 3 p.m. at PUB NCR
Get Lit! Presentation brought to you by American Indian Studies:
Toni Jensen, Author of
Carry: A Memoir of Survival on Stolen Land
Meet and Greet, Discussion and More!
Livestream Link
https://ewu.zoom.us/j/92008139444

Guest Lectures at Catalyst Building
2023-04-20 18:00 - 20:00
Navigating Disability in an
Increasingly Inaccessible World
Presented by Harper Williams
(6 PM – 6:50 PM)
Legal Aspects of DEI
Presented by Kim Davis
(7 PM to 7:50 PM)
Location: EWU Spokane
Catalyst Building, Room 308
