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THIS WEEK:

CSEO Professional Development Series: Neurodiversity in the Classroom with David Caudel, PhD

Dr. Caudel is the Associate Director of The Frist Center for Autism and Innovation. In this session, Dr. Caudel will discuss neurodiversity in the classroom. He will discuss how to best create an inclusive environment for neurodiverse (e.g., ADHD, ASD, dyslexia) students, focusing mainly on the needs of those in middle and high school learning environments.

Monday, March 21
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
In-person event. Mayborn 117. Virtual event. Zoom link. 

This event is sponsored by the 2021 Peabody Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Grants Program

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Faculty/Staff Circles of Trust

This program, based on The Center for Courage and Renewal’s Circle of Trust approach, provides a foundation for courageous conversations that afford us the opportunity to be more effective and authentic educators, colleagues, and individuals. Spaces are created for reflection, deep listening, and meaningful conversations where you learn to trust your own wisdom and align your inner life with your outer work in the world.

Wednesday, March 23
8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 
In-person event. Fireside Reading Room, Peabody Library. Registration Required.

Open to Peabody faculty and Peabody staff

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

Women in the Academy: Saying Yes to Saying No: Figuring Out Professional Boundaries

Women in the Academy offers graduate students and postdocs a chance to reflect on the ways that gender affects their experience as they begin their professional journey in the academy.

• Laura Carpenter: Associate Professor, Department of Sociology
• Nicole Joseph: Associate Professor, Department of Teaching and Learning
• Clare McCabe: Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Engineering

Wednesday, March 23
12:00 – 1:15 p.m. 
In-person event. Sarratt 189

This event is sponsored by The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center

Open to Peabody professional and graduate students

Questions? Rory Dicker

From Vincent Chin to #STOPAAPIHATE with Helen Zia on 40+ Years of Asian American Activism

Before the alarming escalation in anti-AAPI xenophobia resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, there was similar backlash decades prior. The backlash included the murder of 27-year-old Chinese American Vincent Chin in 1982. This year marks the 40th anniversary of his death. From then until now, journalist and activist Helen Zia has been front and center in leading AAPI advocacy and she’s seen it all. Join us for a panel discussion as Helen shares her experience and observations on 40+ years of AAPI resistance, how far we’ve come since Vincent’s death, and the work we have left to do to achieve justice and equity.

Moderator: Rev. Laura M. Cheifetz, Assistant Dean of Admissions, Vocation & Stewardship, Vanderbilt Divinity School

Panelists:

• Dr. Vivian Shaw, Mellon Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies, College of Arts & Scienc
• Linken Lam, President of the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) at Peabody College
• Varsha Nair, Senior Advisor for the South Asian Cultural Exchange (SACE) and the Asian American Advocacy Project (TAAAP)

Thursday, March 24
12:30 p.m. 
In-person event. The Commons Center, Multi-Purpose Room

This event is sponsored by Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; Asian American Student Association; South Asian Cultural Exchange; Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Life; Vanderbilt Divinity School; Asian Studies Program; Asian, Pacific, Islander, Desi, American; College of Arts and Science Dean’s Office

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? APIDA

Was Whoopi Right? A Webinar Panel Discussion about Race and Jewishness

Join the Initiative for Race Research and Justice (RRJ) at Peabody College, Vanderbilt University, and an invited panel of experts to hear a discussion around Whoopi Goldberg’s comments regarding race, Jewishness, and the Holocaust.

Thursday, March 24
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Virtual event. Registration Required. 

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Initiative for Race Research and Justice

VUGlobalCitizens Graduation Recognition Celebration

Join the Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion on Tuesday, May 10^th for the 2022 VUGlobalCitizens Identity Initiative Graduation Recognition Celebration! We hope to celebrate all graduating students, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional, from Vanderbilt who identify as International students. There are two components to this celebration: a virtual ceremony and a following in-person reception.

Please register by Friday, March 25^th at 11:59pm. Register Here. Logistics for registrants will be sent to graduates in early April.

Open to international Peabody professional and graduate students, and international Peabody undergraduate students

Questions? Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Vanderbilt Out of the Darkness Campus Walk

The Vanderbilt Out of the Darkness Walk aims to bring awareness to suicide and benefit suicide prevention. This 2-mile walk hopes to engage our campus in the fight to prevent suicide, the second leading cause of death among people ages 15-24. This event is a journey of remembrance, hope, support, and a walk that unites campus by providing a space to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental illness have affected our lives and our loved ones. Register Here.  

Saturday, March 26
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-person event. Wyatt Center Lawn

This event is hosted by Vanderbilt Active Minds

Open to the entire Vanderbilt community

Questions? Christine Shatrowsky

International Institute of Restorative Practices Training

Are you curious about restorative practices? Eager to learn how to embody restorative philosophies and practices in your personal and professional life? Join us for an International Institute of Restorative Practices (IIRP) training on March 26 + April 9 (via zoom).

We will engage in IIRP’s “Introduction to Restorative Practices” and “Using Circles Effectively.” This training typically costs $450, but we are offering discounted rates for both students ($30 for both days) and faculty/community members ($50 for both days).

Saturday, March 26 & April 9
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Virtual Event. Register Here. 

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Laura Fitzz

UPCOMING:

LFG Film Panel

Vanderbilt will host a virtual panel discussion of the documentary film LFG  as part of Vanderbilt University’s Women’s History Month celebration.

LFG follows current and former American professional soccer players as they sue the United States Soccer Federation for pay discrimination.

The panel discussion will feature:

• Simone Charley, Angel City Football Club
• Sheila Gibson, HCA Healthcare and Nashville Sports Council
• Joni Hersch, Cornelius Vanderbilt Chair and professor of law and economics
• Sharon Shields, interim director, Susan Gray School, longtime women’s sports advocate and 2022 SEC Title IX Trailblazer

The discussion will be moderated by Andrew Maraniss, award-winning author and special projects coordinator for Vanderbilt Athletics.

Access the film for free here.

Monday, March 28
5:00 p.m.
Virtual event. Register here.

This event is co-sponsored by The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center and Vanderbilt Athletics.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Narrative Circles

The Narrative Circles approach is distinguished by principles and practices of narrative theory intended to create a shared exploration where each individual’s multi-storied self is affirmed. A welcoming and safe space is created for affirmation and connection across lines of difference so that we learn to take a values-based approach to how we exist and interact with each other. The workshops also provide an opportunity for professional development, and anyone participating in 3 or more sessions will receive a certificate. Dinner will be provided, so please be sure to RSVP!

The circles will be held on March 29 and April 12.

Tuesday, March 29
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
In-person event. One Magnolia Circle 241. RSVP Here.

Open to Peabody professional and graduate students

Questions? Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Nutrition 301: Nourishing Heads & Hearts

Nutrition 301: Food and the Environment: Sustainable Nutrition Practices

While it might come to mind first, impact on the environment isn’t the only component of a sustainable diet. The complex idea of sustainability includes social, nutritional, cultural, and economic factors in addition to environmental ones. This session seeks to highlight these considerations and discuss potential dietary changes that can support your health and longevity while lessening the burden on the environment. Lunch will be provided for registrants.

Wednesday, March 30
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. 
In-person event. 6 Magnolia 207. RSVP Here.

If you have multiple questions about any nutrition topic or would like an individual nutrition and wellness session, you may sign up for an “Independent Study” session. These one-on-one sessions are twenty minutes in length and will provide an opportunity for you to receive more personalized nutrition information. Sessions are available in-person or virtually based on your preference. Sign up by Friday, March 25 by 11:59 p.m. RSVP Here. 

This event is sponsored by Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and Dietetic Internship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

COMPASS Check-ins

COMPASS Check-ins are Circles of Mindful Presence, Awareness, Support and Strength. There is a lot going on in our world today, and it is easy to feel overwhelmed or need a way to process. We are providing a safe space for students to reflect, breathe deeply, get centered, and align our heads and our hearts.

COMPASS Check-ins will be held on March 30, April 13, and April 27. Feel free to come as you need to and when you can.

Wednesday, March 30
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-person event. Wyatt 050-03. RSVP Here.

This is co-sponsored by Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Open to Peabody professional and graduate students and Peabody undergraduate students

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

World Cup with the Humphrey Fellowship Program

Join the Humphrey Fellowship Program and the Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being in celebrating International Student Month! Meet and chat with this years fellows. Drop by and enjoy tasty sips from around the world! If you like, you are also welcome to bring your own special beverage. Please note, this is an alcohol free event. 

Thursday, March 31
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
In-person event. Peabody Administration Building 303

This event is co-sponsored by Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and the Humphrey Fellowship Program

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

Research-Practice Partnerships at Peabody: Opportunities and Challenges

Join Nashville PEER and Peabody Research Office for a panel featuring distinguished Peabody faculty who are engaged in research-practice partnership work.
Hear what the panelists have to say about what matters in partnership research, how RPPs challenge common research assumptions and practices, and how this essential work can be supported.

• Maury Nation, Bob Innes Chair in Human and Organizational Development
• Jason Grissom, Patricia and Rodes Hart Professor of Leadership, Policy, and Organizations
• Nicole Joseph, Associate Professor in Teaching and Learning
• Joseph Wehby, Associate Professor in Special Education and Chair of the Department of Special Education

The panel will be moderated by Marcy Singer-Gabella, Professor of the Practice of Education and Faculty Director of PEER.

Friday, April 1
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
Virtual event. RSVP link. 

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Jessica Holter

CONTINUING:

Meditation Monday

Begin your week with a 20-minute meditation session, a partnership between the Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and the Center for Student Wellbeing. This event is now held both in-person and virtually.

Monday, March 14
12:30 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. 
In-person. Center for Student Wellbeing Meditation Room. Virtual. Zoom link

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Center for Student Well-Being

EDI Office Hours

Visit the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to meet and receive support regarding EDI-related issues, express interest in learning more about EDI, and connect to resources on campus. Virtual or in-person office hours are available by appointment.

Monday – Friday:  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

OSEW Office Hours

Stop by Peabody Administration Building Room 216  to ask questions, get to know the Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being, or get support! Virtual or in-person office hours are available by appointment.

Monday – Friday:  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being