5 Opportunities for Summer Learning & Inspiration
Summer can be a fantastic time to build skills, gain new perspectives, and find inspiration as we prepare for the next semester. This summer, we are excited to offer some unique learning opportunities to help you prepare for the year ahead. Here are six opportunities you won't want to miss:
1. Community Learning:
Summer Communities of Practice
Sign up by June 10
Join peers across the country to dig deeper into engagement practices. Over several sessions, participants will engage in discussions, joint activities, resource sharing, and relationship building to develop resources, skills, and knowledge to use in their practice. Summer Communities include:
- Community of Care for BIPOC Community Engagement Professionals
- The Role for Bridge Building on College Campuses During Times of Strife
- Working with Incarcerated and Decarcerated Students
2. Field Resource Webinar
Fostering Trust in Our Elections at a Critical Time
June 11, 2:00 PM Eastern
Learn more about Living Room Conversations’ audacious campaign, Trust in Elections, to improve local trust in the election process and move us toward safe, fair, and transparent elections. Discover how campus dialogue can make a significant difference.
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3. Student Showcase
Highlighting Student-Led Community Engagement Projects
June 12, 18, & 22, 1:00 PM Eastern
Join us over three sessions for a showcase of community impact projects led by Newman Civic Fellows as part of the Newman Civic Fellow Mini-Grant Program, powered by The Allstate Foundation.
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4. Field Resource Webinar
How an Easy-to-Use Dialogue Tool is Enhancing Learning and Fostering Belonging
July 16, 2:00 PM Eastern
Living Room Conversations (LRC) connects people within communities and across differences using a unique conversational model. This model creates a safe and welcoming environment to respectfully discuss important issues. Join this webinar to learn more about implementing LRC on campuses.
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5. Coming Soon!
Coalition Conversations on Student Activism
Join us later this summer for a series of coalition conversations focused on different aspects of student activism. Topics will include learning from the encampments, preparing for election season, and self-care. Stay tuned for more information!
Embrace these opportunities to enhance your skills, engage in meaningful conversations, and prepare for the challenges and opportunities of the upcoming year.