Cultivating A Culture Of Belongingness Within Higher Ed

Join the UMGC community for a conversation with Jose Cadiz, director of the Office of Intercultural Affairs and LGBTQ+ Resource Center at Howard University in Washington, D.C. The discussion will focus on techniques colleges and universities are using to develop inclusive programming that ensures the success of LGBTQ+ students and creates spaces where all students, faculty, and staff feel welcomed, safe, supported, and valued.

A moderated Q & A session will follow, and attendees are encouraged to participate with questions and their own cultural insights.

About the Speaker

 As director of the Office of Intercultural Affairs and LGBTQ+ Resource Center at Howard University, Jose Cadiz works with LGBTQ+, international, and graduate students to facilitate their participation in activities, organizations, and the general life of the campus by supporting their personal, professional, cultural, and educational development. He also serves as the primary staff member for integrating and assessing inclusion efforts across campus, implementing cultural competency inclusion programs with academic departments, supporting faculty efforts, and managing community outreach efforts. In this capacity, he serves as a liaison with all academic colleges and campus divisions.

Cultivating A Culture Of Belongingness Within Higher Ed

Friday, June 23, 2023

Noon–1 p.m. ET

Online via Zoom