Winter 2021
Volume 6; Edition 4

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Photo of Bobbie PorterDear Titan Family,

As we approach the end of our first semester with most of us back on campus, we do so with a focus on our students, our employees, and our community. Leading into winter recess is often a time of celebration, reflection, and remembering. We are all coming through a time of considerable change, which for some, warrants taking the time to remember, reflect, or even be joyous. In promoting a culture of inclusivity, I encourage every member of the Titan community to educate themselves on the various customs, traditions, and holidays honored during this time, and with this knowledge, make a concerted effort to plan winter celebrations that encompass the many beliefs, customs, and cultures represented among our campus community members. So, when planning your holiday or end of semester celebrations, please remember our campus values of equity, social justice, and, particularly, in this case – inclusivity. To get you started, I recommend the article below to help in your efforts to plan culturally inclusive celebrations.

In Community,

~Bobbie Porter
Assistant Vice President
Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Programs
How to Make Holiday Celebrations More Inclusive
By Dori Meinert via SHRM

DIEP Fall 2021 Recap
In an effort to support an equitable and inclusive return to campus operations this semester, the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Programs introduced new programs and brought back some crowd favorites. We thank the Titan Family for remaining engaged and dedicated to diversity, inclusion and equity while navigating our return to campus.

Sept. 23-24: Staff Development Conference


While our faculty and administrators serve key roles on campus, the staff truly represent the heartbeat of Cal State Fullerton. As part of our ongoing mission to support staff, Cal State Fullerton held its inaugural staff development conference. This two day conference saw more than 300 registrants engage in topics like leadership, wellness, and diversity. Thank you again to all our speakers, presenters, and partners for making this idea a reality. Here is what some attendees had to say about the conference:

"I have never been to a retreat/conference where the session context actually felt like a retreat. The keynote was motivational and provided practical tips toward professional development. The self care session was nurturing and transformative. The culture of the campus can begin to shift upward (prof development) and inward (culture of care) as a result of this conference" - Staff Development Conference attendee

"I enjoyed this personal development so much and so happy there's going to be a staff development center on campus!" - Staff Development Conference attendee
Staff were invited to a Power Lunch in between conference sessions. Thank you to all who volunteered.
Assistant Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Programs Bobbie Porter and keynote speaker Dr. Anneliese Singh during the Q&A session on Sept. 24.
Conflict Resolution Manager Lucia Galante Johnson giving a presentation on The Art of Conflict Resolution.
Keynote speaker Derek Young discussing the formation of leadership identity specifically to diversity, equity, and inclusion work on Sept. 23.

Oct. 22: Staff Development Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony


Similar to the Staff Development Conference, the Staff Development Center was developed around the concepts of diversity, leadership, and wellness. Titan Staff are invited to reserve space in the SDC by filling out the SDC Reservation Form and take a tour of the space by contacting diversity@fullerton.edu.
President Fram Virjee giving remarks.
Left to right: Chi-Chung Keung, Director of News Media Services and Senior Communications Counsel, Latanya Henderson, Events Coordinator, Fram Virjee, CSUF President, David Forgues, Vice President, HRDI, Jannette Hyder, Career Development Specialist, Bobbie Porter, Assistant Vice President, DIEP
Bobbie Porter showing Julie Virjee and David Forgues the SDC photo gallery wall.
Thank you FastSigns Fullerton for our SDC signage!

Titan Table Talks


This year's Titan Table Talks center on resiliency in different communities and are aligned with the different heritage months. Thank you to our moderators, panelists, and attendees! Stay tuned for more Titan Table Talks in the Spring (dates and registration links can be found below). Visit our YouTube channel to see recordings of past events.
Moderator Dr. Elizabeth Zavala-Acevez and panelists (left to right, top to bottom) Betty Martinez Franco, Genesis Garcia, Mike Limon, and Ana Garcia during the Titan Table Talk: Resiliency in Latinx Communities on Oct. 5.
Moderator Nat Betancourt during the Titan Table Talk: Resiliency in LGBTQ+ Communities on Oct. 27.
Moderator Tonantzin Oseguera and panelists Rheanna Lipari, Tracy Stanhoff, and Nicole Merton at the Titan Table Talk: Resiliency in Native American & Indigenous Communities on Nov. 17.

One Book, One CSUF events


As part of our campus one read program, the DIEP office in partnership with the Asian American and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Association held its One Book Fall Launch event, Beyond They Called Us Enemy. This event saw more than 200 participants who collectively explored the book’s themes including the dark history of Japanese American internment. This event represents one of many campus engagement activities related to the One Book common read. Later in the semester, Dr. Kira LeeKeenan facilitated the discussion "Using Graphic Memoirs to Support Inquiries Into Issues of Social Justice." Stay tuned for more programming in the Spring.

Don’t miss your next opportunity to engage in dialogue about They Called Us Enemy with our next session facilitated by poet, essayist, and cultural critic Tiffany Babb.

Diving Deep into They Called Us Enemy: A Campus Community Discussion
Wednesday, December 1st
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Register at bit.ly/dec1OBOC

Community & Engagement

Save the Date! Titan Table Talk Spring Dates

Contact us at diversity@fullerton.edu if you are interested in being a moderator or panelist at a Titan Table Talk!

February 22, 2022, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Titan Table Talk: Resiliency in the Black Community

March 16, 2022, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Titan Table Talk: Female Empowerment

April 13, 2022, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Titan Table Talk: Resiliency in APIDA Communities
Cal State Fullerton Presents Social Justice Week 2022

Social Justice Week

Social Justice Week is a week-long conference that engages the entire Titan community in learning activities and dialogue centered on social justice.

Social Justice Week: March 14-18, 2022
Open Call for upcoming video series The Talk Continues...

In collaboration with the Strategic Communications and Brand Management department, we are looking for participants willing to share their social identities and intersectional journey toward anti-racism for an upcoming video series The Talk Continues...

Click here to view the original series, The Talk: A Journey Toward Anti-Racism

Participant screenings will be held through January. Please complete the The Talk Continues interest form if you are interested in participating.

Learning & Development
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Inclusion Champion Certificate Program

The CSUF Inclusive Champion Certificate Program (ICCP) had a successful inaugural year (2020-2021) with 61 completions. The ICCP courses provide campus-wide education and awareness regarding racial equity and justice by creating opportunities for self-reflection, increased cultural competency, and awareness.
Core ICCP Offerings
Introduction to Racial Equity Module (self-paced via ETC)
Elective ICCP Offerings
12/6 (11:30 am - 1:00 pm) Emotional Intelligence in Cross Cultural Communications with facilitator PT Jones
12/7 (3:00 pm - 4:30 pm) Conducting Equitable and Inclusive Searches with facilitator Bobbie Porter
1/12/22 (9:00 am - 10:30 am) Conducting Equitable and Inclusive Searches with facilitator Bobbie Porter
1/27/22 (2:00 pm - 3:30 pm) Conducting Equitable and Inclusive Searches with facilitator Bobbie Porter
2/2/22 (9:00 am - 10:30 am) Conducting Equitable and Inclusive Searches with facilitator Bobbie Porter
2/3/22 (11:00 am -12:00 pm) Disability Accommodations in the Classroom with facilitator Blair Miles
Engagement Program ICCP Offerings
12/1 (11:00 am - 12:00 pm) Diving Deep into They Called Us Enemy: A Campus Community Discussion

Conflict Resolution Services
Conflict Resolution Services offer resources to provide better communication skills to assist with concerns here at CSUF such as mediation, conciliation, community building, and restorative approaches. We also facilitate conversations, provide trainings, and coordinate with other campus members to support thriving work environments.

Faculty, staff, and students can contact conflictresolution@fullerton.edu if they have a request for the Conflict Resolution Managers to conduct a specific training for their audience, are interested in mediation, or want to consult on how to handle a specific issue.

Upcoming Conflict Resolution trainings
12/8 (12:00 pm - 12:45 pm) THEIR - Understanding Their Perspective with facilitator Lucia Galante Johnson
12/7 (10:00 am - 11:00 am) Time Management - Reduce Stress - Reduce Conflict with facilitator Lucia Galante Johnson
1/12/22 (12:00 pm - 12:45 pm) Conflict Resolution Workshop with facilitators Lucia Galante Johnson and Leanna Jasek-Rysdahl
2/4/22 (11:00 am - 12:00 pm) What is DHR, and How To Avoid It with facilitator Blair Miles

Staff Corner

Staff Development Center

CSUF Staff, we want to hear from you! Please fill out the SDC suggestion form to let us know what programs and opportunities you’d like to see come from the SDC.

We are now accepting reservations for the SDC conference room and learning space! Please fill out the SDC Reservation form if you'd like to make a reservation.

Learning Bundles

Learning Bundles focus on specific topics that are requested by the campus community from the Professional Development Topic Interest Form. Have topics you'd like to see? Let us know in the Professional Development Topic Interest Form.

Click here to view all DIEP Learning Bundles

Resources
Click on the icons below to learn more about FOCLC and FSA

Save the Date: FSA Networking Event

The FSA Networking Event is an opportunity for FSA members to mingle and hear about the efforts of other FSAs. This is also an opportunity for interested campus members to learn more about FSAs and consider joining one.

Wednesday, February 9th, 2022, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, Location TBD
Eriko Self
Researchers and Critical Educators (RACE)
Lucia Alcala
lualcala@fullerton.edu
Maritza Lozano 
malozano@fullerton.edu
Chicano/Latino Faculty and Staff Association (CLFSA)
Joe Albert Garcia
jgarcia@fullerton.edu
Janette Hyder
jhyder@fullerton.edu

Pride Alliance (LGBTQ Faculty and Staff Association)
Joao Barros
jbarros@fullerton.edu
 
Undocumented and Ally Faculty and Staff Association (UAFSA)
Magdalena Diaz 
magdiaz@fullerton.edu
Sean P. Moran
spmoran@fullerton.edu
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