Athletic Director Rick George and Associate Athletic Director Lance Carl sit in on a Fall 2017 Diversity and Inclusion Summit session.
Whether you’re a ²ÊÃñ±¦µä student, staff or faculty member, here are five reasons to attend the Inclusive Sports Summit.ÌýThe summit will cover social justice, LGBTQ, race and ethnicity, health and wellness, and careers in sports, including a variety of panelists, and will be held Feb. 14–15.
- To learn and interact, then walk away with opportunities for valuable reflection that will hopefully lead to positive application.
- To break down barriers that are present within our current society and celebrate best practices within sport that bring individuals and communities together.ÌýÌý
- To strengthen relationships across communities and provide representation and opportunities to create a more socially sustainable, diverse and inclusive climate.Ìý
- To provide a forum for the student voice to be heard and acknowledged through individual and shared experiences rooted in sports and recreation.
- To improve cultural competencies specific to knowledge and skill as it relates to understanding, sharing and engaging diverse perspectives with an emphasis in sport.
