Workshops and Trainings
The Center for Diversity and Inclusion offers ten signature diversity and inclusion workshop topics each semester. Workshops aim to co-create knowledge with University of Houston faculty, staff, and students that contributes to a more inclusive and equitable campus community. All workshop sessions count as credit toward the RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate. Participants are encouraged to register for workshops.
Signature Workshop Descriptions
Register for Spring 2023 Workshops
Introductory Level
What does diversity even mean and why does it matter? This foundational workshop will explore the multiple dimensions of diversity and give participants the chance to explore how personal and cultural identities relate to their lived experiences. Everyone will leave with approaches to working effectively across differences.
Attending this workshop counts as a Core Workshop credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, January 31, 2023 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Virtual |
| Wednesday, March 8, 2023 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Student Center South - Heights Room |
Introductory Level
Diversity 201 is a continuation of our foundational workshop, Diversity 101. Through reflection of personal and cultural identities, participants will explore intersectionality and explain how those identities work together to shape our experiences.
Attending this workshop counts as a Core Workshop credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, February 7, 2023 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Student Center South - Heights Room |
| Tuesday, March 21, 2023 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Virtual |
Intermediate Level
By providing relevant knowledge, skills, and resources, this training is designed to help educators, staff, and students become allies for the undocumented student population in their lives.
Attending this workshop counts as an Elective credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, February 16, 2023 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Virtual |
Introductory Level
The language we use is powerful and can influence our ability to connect with other people. This workshop will equip you with inclusive language practices and will provide immediately applicable approaches for intentionally engaging in meaningful conversations.
Attending this workshop counts as a Core Workshop credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, February 9, 2023 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Virtual |
| Tuesday, March 3, 2023 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Student Center South - Heights Room |
Intermediate Level
Have you ever offended someone but didn't know why? This interactive workshop provides participants with awareness and understanding of the ways words and actions can unconsciously and consciously communicate derogatory or hurtful messages to others.
Attending this workshop counts as an Elective credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, February 21, 2023 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Virtual |
Introductory Level
In collaboration with the LGBTQ Resource Center, this workshop was designed to educate UH students, faculty, and staff on terminology, pronouns, heteronormative privilege, and inclusive practices in support of the LGBTQIA community.
As a collaboration with the LGBTQ Resource Center, interested participants will need to register through an external link, separate from the CDI General Workshop Registration form.
Attending this workshop counts as an Elective credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
Spring 2023 workshop registration will be announced closer to the start of the semester.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, March 9, 2023 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Student Center South - Heights Room |
Intermediate Level
Participants will dig deeper into their experiences by exploring how identities and society are informed by experiences of power and privilege, and ways we can become better allies to alleviate barriers.
Attending this workshop counts as a Core Workshop credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, February 15, 2023 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Virtual |
| Thursday, March 30, 2023 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Student Center South - Heights Room |
Intermediate Level
People often want to talk about Race and Racism, but many have no clue what they are and their origins in the United States. This workshop will provide historical context about race and racism in the United States and their impact on American institutions and will explore the concept of being anti-racist.
Attending this workshop counts as an Elective credit for the Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, February 23, 2023 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Virtual |
Intermediate Level
This session will support faculty in encouraging equity and inclusion in their classroom. Material will cover information about the demographics and needs of today's students as well as inclusive classroom practices that can be used to create welcoming spaces for student success.
Attending this workshop counts as an Elective credit for the Committed Coog Certificate Program.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, March 9, 2023 | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Student Center South - Heights Room |
*Note: Committed Coog and RISE Diversity Leadership Certificate Core Workshops
Levels of Training
Introductory: Introductory courses are foundational coursework that provide definitions for concepts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In these workshops, expertise comes from within through attendees' life experiences. No prior knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion is necessary to attend.
Intermediate: Intermediate coursework is built on the foundations provided by introductory concepts. Attendees of intermediate workshops are encouraged to have an understanding of definitions around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as these workshops delve deeper into self-reflection, self-work, and DEI ideas and concepts that are current, evolving, and nuanced.
Advanced: Advanced learning can be explored through custom workshops and trainings for groups or in a self-reflective engagement with the Intercultural Development Inventory.
Request a Custom Workshop/Training
CDI offers diversity workshops for UH community members throughout the year. UH staff, faculty, and students are encouraged to utilize the form below to request custom workshops and training. Please note that the Center is not actively accepting external workshop requests from non-UH entities. Please submit your request at least three weeks in advance to provide us with enough time to create quality training that meets your needs.
Custom Workshop/Training Request
Please direct questions about signature workshops and custom workshops/training to Carlie Pierre at cjpierre@central.uh.edu.